Akane-banashi Episode 8: What They Want

This episode was seriously fun! While it focused on just the champion's retelling and show style, it really builds anticipation for Akane's show later on.. Master Issho grows more and more unlikeable.. he definitely leans towards a more traditional mindset??

I like how the series' gives different animation styles for different Rakugo performances and types! Nerimaya's "BM" rendition was really unique. Shows like Jugemu had a traditional vibe in its portrayal. The animation quality feels like its gone up!

I honestly thought Karashi would be sidelined as a side character, but he was surprisingly likeable? Despite his ego, his passionate perspective on Rakugo was refreshing. His performance made me feel like he was deserving of his winning place!

Episode ini berfokus pada penampilan Karashi, dan aku cukup kagum karena baru tahu kalau rakugo bisa dibawakan dengan gaya seperti itu, dan penilaian jurinya lebih bikin aku kaget. Dari sisi anime, visualnya juga sangat bagus. Aku suka bagaimana cerita rakugonya ditampilkan secara penuh, dan adegan tambahan tentang Karashi terasa menyatu dengan baik dan sama sekali tidak terasa seperti adegan filler.

You can really tell the teacher is holding back all his anger; it almost seems like he’s going to explode at any moment. I need to see how Akane reacts.

And I was intrigued by the fact that Akane asked her mom why she’d given her that name. I wonder what her mom’s answer will be.