Abstract

This book is a fusion of MANGA and RAKUGO, two of Japan's most popular cultures. Rakugo is a traditional storytelling art that began in the Edo period and is very popular in Japan today. In Rakugo, various stories are told using typical Japanese cultural elements as keys, such as cherry blossoms, soba noodles, kimono, Japanese swords, and waka poems. In this book, eight classic Rakugo stories are presented in an entertaining manga format. A variety of columns also give a glimpse into the lifestyles of the common people in the Edo period, featuring episodes about money, culture, love and marriage, and more. In addition, QR codes allow online access to Rakugo videos and other information.

Author’s Information

MIKAMI Kei/
Manga artist. Already published "Night and Barrett-The Strongest Master-Slave Diary on Earth". When he was in elementary school, he was addicted to the Shinsengumi and succeeded in drawing people from the Edo period. This job made him love rakugo.

INADA Kazuhiro/
Popular entertainment screenwriter. Worked on drama scripts such as rakugo, screenplays for plays, and directing. He is also active in entertainment criticism, writing about Edo and modern customs, and giving lectures. He has authored numerous books such as "Rakugo Performance / Glossary" and "Showa Master This One Seat". Part-time lecturer at the Faculty of Foreign Studies, Bunkyo Gakuin University.