The first volume of "Rakugonoko" (by Kaoru Aida), published by Coremix Co., Ltd. (Musashino City, Tokyo), was released on August 20th. The obi includes recommendations from Akira Kawashima of Kirin and Yuki Suetsugu, the author of "Chihayafuru."
The first volume of "Rakugonoko" was released on August 20th. It is a story dedicated to all those who are struggling for talent, and is dedicated to "laughter."Kirin's Akira Kawashima and Chihayafuru author Yuki Suetsugu have both offered their praise.
In 1955, entertainment diversified and the popularity of rakugo declined. Amid this, a handsome young man, Hananoya Umenojo, appeared like a comet in the world of rakugo. He met a genius girl, Suzuume, and became painfully aware of his own lack of talent. From there, a series of setbacks began for Umenojo, who was once unstoppable. It will be interesting to see whether Umenojo can grow and climb the ranks of the rakugo world with his own talent, rather than relying solely on his appearance.
This time, pop-ups focusing on the characters that appear in the book will be displayed in bookstores and on social media. They will feature Hananoya Umenojo and Hananoya Suzuume. There will also be a special comment from the author, Aida Kaoru. For more details, check out the displays in bookstores and on social media posts.
Hananoya Umenojo
"Rakugonoko" Volume 1
Release date: August 20, 2025
ISBN：9784867207901
Read sample:https://comic-zenon.com/episode/2550912965209652998
Edited, published and distributed by: Coremix
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