Ep. 7: Yakumo renounces rakugo after awakening, while Higuchi seeks Sukeroku footage in Shikoku.
Aired on February 18, 2017
One week after collapsing on stage, Yakumo regains consciousness but finds his inner light extinguished. He announces his decision to abandon rakugo performance entirely and steps down as president of the Rakugo Association, granting Matsuda additional free time. This sudden departure puzzles observers given Yakumo’s deep dedication to the art form. Concurrently, Higuchi leads Yotarou and Matsuda to Shikoku in pursuit of a film recording of the previous Sukeroku. During their journey, the group uncovers significant information regarding the history and relationship of two veteran storytellers, revealing hidden truths about their pasts.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Yotarou vents frustration through a rant while worrying about Konatsu and his rakugo
- Ep. 4 · Yotarou Gains TV Fame While Higuchi Seeks Yakumo's Help for New Rakugo
- Ep. 5 · Yotarou prepares for a family performance while Yakumo critiques his rakugo style.
- Ep. 6 · Yakumo collapses during Hangon-ko while Yotarou prepares to perform Inokori
- Ep. 7 · Yakumo renounces rakugo after awakening, while Higuchi seeks Sukeroku footage in Shikoku.
- Ep. 8 · Yakumo confronts physical limits while preserving rakugo legacy
- Ep. 9 · Yotaro invites Yakumo to perform rakugo in prison after his steadfast devotion
- Ep. 10 · Yakumo Survives Uchikutei Fire as Yotaro Fights for Rakugo's Future
- Ep. 11 · Yakumo Meets Sukeroku on the Sanzu River During a Rakugo Performance