Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Haruko Kumota. The story follows a former yakuza member named Yotaro who becomes an apprentice to a rakugo performer named Yakumo. Rakugo is a traditional form of Japanese storytelling where a lone performer sits on stage and tells a comedic or dramatic story using only their voice and gestures.
The series explores the relationship between Yotaro and Yakumo, as well as the history and traditions of rakugo. It delves into themes of love, loss, and the passing of traditions from one generation to the next. The story is set in the Showa era of Japan, a time of great cultural change and upheaval.
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has been praised for its detailed artwork, complex characters, and emotional storytelling. It has won several awards and has been adapted into an anime series and a live-action film. The series is a must-read for fans of Japanese culture and literature.
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Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju
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Usurahi Shinju
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Megumi Hayashibara:
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