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Rakugo Story

20111h 51mMovieComedyDrama

Haruki Masato is a shy youth who gets swept away when he happens upon a rakugo performance. He knocks on the door of rakugo master Imadoka Shoroku in Tokyo’s old downtown and somehow gets taken on as a disciple, and embarks on a path to become a rakugo comedian under the name of Imadoka Koharu.

DirectorShinpei Hayashiya
WriterShinpei Hayashiya
ProducerAtsuko Iwai

Where to watch

Not available in United States
Streaming in 1 other country

Rakugo Story isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Shinpei Hayashiya

PTPierre Taki
Pierre Taki
Imadoka Shoroku
TTTomoko Tabata
Tomoko Tabata
Yamagishi Aoi
WY
Wasabi Yanagiya
Masato Haruki
KSKyusaku Shimada
Kyusaku Shimada
AIAnna Ishibashi
Anna Ishibashi
Hondo Kazuko

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Rakugo Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Rakugo Story?

Rakugo Story isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Rakugo Story on Netflix?

No, Rakugo Story is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is Rakugo Story on Amazon Prime Video?

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Rakugo Story isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.