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RAKUGO PODCAST SHOW

RAKUGO PODCAST SHOW

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 This is a podcast program that broadcasts the traditional Japanese art of Rakugo to the world.This is an introductory program that can be enjoyed even by people who know nothing about Rakugo.The speakers are actual Rakugo storytellers, Kokontei Yusuke and Sanyutei Kouseinen. Yusuke was born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1994. After graduating from high school, she studied abroad in New York and San Francisco in the United States for two years, mastering English. This exposure to different cultures deepened her interest in her own country's traditional culture, and after returning to Japan, she embarked on a career as a professional Rakugo performer. While the world of Rakugo is dominated by men, she is one of the few female Rakugo performers, active in vaudeville and other venues. In addition to entertaining and fun "humorous stories," she has also attracted attention for her work on Japanese horror stories such as "ghost stories." She also works hard every day to spread the appeal of Rakugo both at home and abroad, including by hosting English Rakugo performances. HP https://kokontei-y.com/ X https://x.com/yuusuke_rakugo Kouseinen was born in Uppsala, Sweden in 1985. As a child, he became interested in Japanese culture after watching anime such as ”Dragon Ball” and ”Sailor Moon”. He came to Japan as an exchange student while studying at Stockholm University, where he discovered Rakugo. After graduating from his university in Sweden, his love for Japan was so strong that he returned. He became an official apprentice to famous rakugo master Sanyutei Kouraku in 2016, and is currently active in the world of Edo (Tokyo) Rakugo as the first professional Rakugo performer from Europe. He performs rakugo all over Japan in Japanese and English as well as touring Europe performing in English and Swedish. HP https://kouseinen.com X https://x.com/SanyutKouseinen Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sanyuutei_kouseinen/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sanyuutei.kouseinen Youtube English Page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOBN4PwsmETDLSFY6qYdNSA Youtube Japanese Page https://www.youtube.com/@sanyuteikouseinen Tik tok https://www.tiktok.com/@sanyutei_kouseinenTBS RADIO, Inc.
Episodes
  • #1 "Tenshiki" ～The Art of Japanese Storytelling: A Beginner's Guide to Rakugo～

    #1 "Tenshiki" ～The Art of Japanese Storytelling: A Beginner's Guide to Rakugo～
    Aug 12 2025
    This is a podcast program that broadcasts the traditional Japanese art of Rakugo to the world.This is an introductory program that can be enjoyed even by people who know nothing about Rakugo.The speakers are actual Rakugo storytellers, Kokontei Yusuke and Sanyutei Kouseinen. In our very first episode, we'll dive into the fundamental question: What is Rakugo? We'll explore this unique Japanese cultural art form with clear explanations and relatable examples. You'll also get to know our hosts, Kokontei Yusuke and Sanyutei Kouseinen, as they share their fascinating personal stories about how they became professional Rakugo storytellers. For our debut performance, we present "Tenshiki." This classic story is a fan favorite, known for its universally funny punchline that can bring a smile to anyone's face, anywhere in the world.
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    31 mins
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