Volume 25, the latest installment of the hugely popular manga *Akane Banashi*—written by Yuki Suenaga and illustrated by Takamasa Umagami, currently serialized in *Weekly Shonen Jump* (Shueisha)—will go on sale on December 4, 2026.
[Update] October 27, 2026: Information on Volume 25 of “Akane Banashi” has been added.
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Synopsis of Volume 25, the Latest Volume of “Akane Banashi” by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Umajima
The synopsis for Volume 25 of “Akane Banashi” has not yet been announced.
*As of September 29, 2026
When is the release date for Volume 25, the latest volume of “Akane Banashi” by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Umagami?
Volume 25 of the authentic rakugo story “Akane Banashi”—whose second season of the TV anime is scheduled to air starting in January 2027—will be released on Friday, December 4, 2026!
Yuki Suenaga & Takamasa Umagami’s “Akane Banashi”: Synopsis (Recap) of the Previous Volume, Volume 24
Synopsis of the Previous Volume (Details on the Previous Volume, Vol. 24)
The “Aftermath” of the Grim Reaper’s Double Banquet—Kaisei Faces the Challenge!
Akane’s “Grim Reaper” story finally reaches its climax! What is Akane’s perspective on “death” as she gazes upon it?
With the excitement in the venue still running high, Kaisei takes the stage.
As he faces the “Grim Reaper” with the resolve to lose everything, he reflects on his own past and his feelings for his master, Isshō.
The other “Grim Reaper” that Kaisei himself speaks of is—…
© Yuki Suenaga & Takamasa Umagami / Shueisha
Introduction to “Akane Banashi” by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Umagami
Captivated by her father’s magical rakugo performances as a child, Akane sets out on her own path as a rakugo storyteller after being inspired by one of his performances.
Now 17 years old, Akane’s goal is to become a “Shin’uchi”—the highest rank in the world of rakugo.
To master top-tier skills, various trials await Akane…!?
A new generation of rakugo heroines is born!!
© Yuki Suenaga, Takamasa Umajou / Shueisha
Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Umagami’s “Akane Banashi”: The Latest Volume 25 Goes on Sale Friday, December 4!
© Hiroki Suenaga, Takamasa Umagami / Shueisha
| Retailer | [Amazon]Product Page [Animate] Product Page |
|---|---|
| Buy the Complete Series | [Amazon]Kindle E-book Bundle |
| Release Date | December 4, 2026 |
| Author | Yuki Suenaga / Takamasa Umagami |
| Price | 594 yen (tax included) |
| ISBN | ISBN-10: 4088853121 ISBN-13: 978-4088853123 |
| Information on the Previous Volume | Details on “Akane Banashi” Volume 24 |
| Related Links | Official Website for the TV Anime “Akane Banashi” |
“Akane Banashi” Manga Product Information
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© Yuki Suenaga, Takamasa Umagami / Shueisha
