Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju
Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu
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#208 Most Rated#40 Most Popular · 2010#4 Most Rated · 2010
This multi-generational epic dives deep into rakugo, a rich form of Japanese storytelling theater. Small-time crook Yotaro has never forgotten the rakugo tale "The God of Death," which the master Yurakutei Yakumo performed for Yotaro during his time in prison. After his release, he goes to Yakumo's theater and pleads to be made his apprentice. Yakumo reluctantly accepts, but Yotaro quickly finds the world of rakugo is complex and grapples with a growing bond with Yakumo's ward, Konatsu. Meanwhile, the two young people bring reminders of Yakumo’s own inescapable past.
(Source: Kodansha USA)
Note: Won the 38th Kodansha Manga Awards for Best General Manga and the New Creator Prize of the 21st Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2017.
This multi-generational epic dives deep into rakugo, a rich form of Japanese storytelling theater. Small-time crook Yotaro has never forgotten the rakugo tale "The God of Death," which the master Yurakutei Yakumo performed for Yotaro during his time in prison. After his release, he goes to Yakumo's theater and pleads to be made his apprentice. Yakumo reluctantly accepts, but Yotaro quickly finds the world of rakugo is complex and grapples with a growing bond with Yakumo's ward, Konatsu. Meanwhile, the two young people bring reminders of Yakumo’s own inescapable past.
(Source: Kodansha USA)
Note: Won the 38th Kodansha Manga Awards for Best General Manga and the New Creator Prize of the 21st Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2017.
This multi-generational epic dives deep into rakugo, a rich form of Japanese storytelling theater. Small-time crook Yotaro has never forgotten the rakugo tale "The God of Death," which the master Yurakutei Yakumo performed for Yotaro during his time in prison. After his release, he goes to Yakumo's theater and pleads to be made his apprentice. Yakumo reluctantly accepts, but Yotaro quickly finds the world of rakugo is complex and grapples with a growing bond with Yakumo's ward, Konatsu. Meanwhile, the two young people bring reminders of Yakumo’s own inescapable past.
(Source: Kodansha USA)
Note: Won the 38th Kodansha Manga Awards for Best General Manga and the New Creator Prize of the 21st Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2017.
Format
Manga
Chapters
32
Volumes
10
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Status Distribution
Current
6%·342
Planning
72%·3,894
Paused
3%·148
Dropped
1%·52
Completed
18%·988
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Hide spoilersRakugo97%Josei85%Male Protagonist79%Tragedy75%Primarily Adult Cast65%Historical65%Family Life60%Love Triangle60%Work60%Acting60%Afterlife46%Suicide40%Yakuza33%Tsundere30%Oiran30%Crossdressing20%Heterosexual20%War20%Adoption20%Elderly Protagonist20%
Frequently asked questions
How many chapters does Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju have?
Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has 32 chapters across 10 volumes.
Is Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju completed?
As of now, Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has finished.
When was Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju published?
Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju was published from March 25, 2010 to June 7, 2016.
What kind of manga is Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is a manga, originally from Japan.