Akane-banashi (あかね噺) real-life locations
Akane-banashi has 20 documented real-world filming locations in Japan on Anime Itinerary.
"With only your voice and body—master the art." Akane Ousaki, captivated since childhood by the magical performances of her father, Shinta Arakawa, witnesses a shocking incident during his decisive performance for promotion to shin’uchi (master rank). Six years later, now a high school student, she sets her sights on becoming a shin’uchi herself—pushing forward in the highly competitive world of rakugo. A passionate and authentic rakugo drama begins now! (Source: TV Asahi, edited)
Anime pilgrimage locations
Episode 1 — 6 locations
Rakugo Cafe
Rakugo Cafe appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
Olympic Sumida Bunka Shop
Olympic Sumida Bunka Shop appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
Chiyoda City Uchisaiwaicho Hall
Chiyoda City Uchisaiwaicho Hall appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
FamilyMart Ueno Nakamachi-dori Store
FamilyMart Ueno Nakamachi-dori Store appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 1.
Episode 2 — 2 locations
Ameyoko market
Ameyoko market appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 2.
Karaoke Big Echo Ueno Station
Karaoke Big Echo Ueno Station appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 2.
Episode 3 — 5 locations
studio mon
studio mon appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 3.
Studio Four
Studio Four appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 3.
Sugamo Sarutahiko no Okami Koshindo
Sugamo Sarutahiko no Okami Koshindo appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 3.
Kagurazaka Mutsumi
Kagurazaka Mutsumi appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 3.
Suehirotei
Suehirotei appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 3.
Episode 5 — 1 location
Paraca Shinjuku Ward Haramachi #3
Paraca Shinjuku Ward Haramachi #3 appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 5.
Episode 6 — 6 locations
Umaya Bridge
Umaya Bridge appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Higashi-ojima Library
Higashi-ojima Library appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park
Ojima-Komatsugawa Park appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Nankaido Shoten
Nankaido Shoten appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Books Kinokuniya Shinjuku Main Store
Books Kinokuniya Shinjuku Main Store appears in Akane-banashi, Episode 6.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Akane-banashi take place?
Akane-banashi takes place across 20 documented real-world locations in Japan, mostly in Tokyo and Kyoto.
How many real locations does Akane-banashi have?
Akane-banashi has 20 documented real-world filming locations on Anime Itinerary, spanning episodes 1 to 6.
Which episode of Akane-banashi has the most locations?
Episode 1 has the most, with 6 locations.
How do I plan a trip to Akane-banashi locations?
Save the Akane-banashi locations you want to visit on Anime Itinerary, then use the trip planner to build a day-by-day route between them with walking and public-transport directions.