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The Story of Saiunkoku

The Story of Saiunkoku

Saiunkoku Monogatari

AniList score
7.4
Year
2006
Format
TV
Episodes
39 episodes
  • Adventure
  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Fantasy
  • Romance

Synopsis

Saiunkoku is a world of eight provinces or houses, each named after a different colour. The new Emperor, Shi Ryuuki, has gained a reputation for being uninterested in courtly matters and for flaunting his love for men. Shuurei, although born of the important Kou family, has difficulty making ends meet. She easily accepts an invitation to be the Emperor's concubine in order to turn him into a good…

Tags

  • Female Protagonist
  • Politics
  • Historical
  • Shoujo
  • Foreign
  • Coming of Age
  • Ensemble Cast
  • Philosophy
  • Work
  • Mythology
  • Urban
  • Royal Affairs
  • Unrequited Love
  • Ancient China
  • Kingdom Management
  • Bisexual
  • Swordplay
  • Bullying
  • Family Life
  • Assassins
  • Primarily Adult Cast
  • Travel
  • Ghost
  • Arranged Marriage

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