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Meanings
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rakugo storyteller; comic storyteller
A professional performer of rakugo, the traditional Japanese art of comic storytelling.
He is a popular rakugo storyteller who always fills the variety hall.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が落語家になるfor someone to become a rakugo storyteller
He became a rakugo storyteller after graduating from university.
- 落語家として活躍するto be active/successful as a rakugo storyteller
She is active as a young up-and-coming rakugo storyteller.