# Where to watch Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju (2016) in the UK

> Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 26 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Animation, Drama  
**Seasons:** 2  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T10:26:06.410Z)  

## Synopsis

When a certain man is released from prison, he knows exactly where he's heading first. After falling in love with a traditional comic storyteller's rendition of the story called "Shinigami," he is determined to become his apprentice. The performer, Yakumo, has never taken an apprentice before, but to everyone's surprise, he accepts the eager ex-prisoner, nicknaming him "Yotaro." As Yotaro happily begins his new life, he meets others in Yakumo's life, including Yakumo's ward Konatsu. Konatsu was the daughter of a famous storyteller, and Yakumo took her in after her father's tragic death. Konatsu loved her father's storytelling, and would love to become a performer in her own right—but that path is not available for women.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Crunchyroll](https://www.crunchyroll.com/search?q=Showa%20Genroku%20Rakugo%20Shinju)
- [Crunchyroll Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Showa%20Genroku%20Rakugo%20Shinju&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju in the UK?**

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**Is Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is currently included with: Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/66862/showa-genroku-rakugo-shinju-2016
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