07/06/2012 - 09/28/2012 Finished
Joshiraku (じょしらく)
Joshiraku follows the conversations of five rakugo storyteller girls relating the odd things that happen to them each day. Their comedic and satirical chatting covers all kinds of topics, from pointless observations of everyday life, to politics, manga, and more. Each girl has something new to add to the discussion, and the discourse never ends in the same place it began. Each of the rakugo girls has their own unique personality, with the energetic but immature Marii Buratei; the seemingly cute Kigurumi Haroukitei; the inherently lucky and carefree Tetora Bouhatei; the calm and violent Gankyou Kuurubiyuutei; and the pessimistic and unstable Kukuru Anrakutei. These girls—and their mysterious friend in a wrestling mask—give their observations to the audience, either backstage at the rakugo theater or in various famous locations around Tokyo.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Joshiraku has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Joshiraku doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 13 episodes of Joshiraku aired in 2012 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Joshiraku is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Joshiraku episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Normal Dialogue / Different Clothes / Shouting Instructions07/06/2012 | 07/06/2012 | Canon |
| 2 | Backstage Riches / Three Towers and a Vow / Cold Girl07/13/2012 | 07/13/2012 | Canon |
| 3 | Heartless Bath / Going to Asakusa / Sanada's Little Zoo07/20/2012 | 07/20/2012 | Canon |
| 4 | The Young Girl With Glasses / A Good, Good Fort / Eyes of the Rabbit07/27/2012 | 07/27/2012 | Canon |
| 5 | Praise the Girl / Small Holey Town / Farewell to Glasses08/03/2012 | 08/03/2012 | Canon |
| 6 | Four Wows / Musashi Scenery / The Servant's Vengeance08/11/2012 | 08/11/2012 | Canon |
| 7 | Yankees Are Scary / Fish Story / Backstage Files08/17/2012 | 08/17/2012 | Canon |
| 8 | Bag of Gold / Totter / Is It Over Yet?08/24/2012 | 08/24/2012 | Canon |
| 9 | Butt-tofu / The Bear of Ueno / Sleep Talking08/31/2012 | 08/31/2012 | Canon |
| 10 | Pumpkin Band / Battle of Shinjuku / Cavity Shore09/07/2012 | 09/07/2012 | Canon |
| 11 | Family Play / Sakai Five / Tree Tragedy09/14/2012 | 09/14/2012 | Canon |
| 12 | The Dreamer Strikes Back / Gotta / Blacks09/21/2012 | 09/21/2012 | Canon |
| 13 | Character Guts / Might Akiba / Extra Lectures09/28/2012 | 09/28/2012 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Joshiraku have?
Joshiraku has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Joshiraku have?
In total, Joshiraku has 13 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Joshiraku?
It is recommended to watch Joshiraku in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Joshiraku online?
Joshiraku is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Joshiraku a complete anime?
Yes, Joshiraku is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Joshiraku have?
No, Joshiraku does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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