The Story of Saiunkoku
Saiunkoku Monogatari
#10 Most Rated · Spring 2006#15 Most Popular · Spring 2006#22 Most Rated · 2006
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 ruler. The mysterious Seiran, a young man who was adopted by her father, goes with her as Ryuuki's bodyguard. Entering the imperial palace revives Shuurei's dream of being a court official, and, together with the many companions she meets along the way, continues moving bravely forward while trying to fend off the Emperor's advances.
(Source: Anime News Network)
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 ruler. The mysterious Seiran, a young man who was adopted by her father, goes with her as Ryuuki's bodyguard. Entering the imperial palace revives Shuurei's dream of being a court official, and, together with the many companions she meets along the way, continues moving bravely forward while trying to fend off the Emperor's advances.
(Source: Anime News Network)
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 ruler. The mysterious Seiran, a young man who was adopted by her father, goes with her as Ryuuki's bodyguard. Entering the imperial palace revives Shuurei's dream of being a court official, and, together with the many companions she meets along the way, continues moving bravely forward while trying to fend off the Emperor's advances.
(Source: Anime News Network)
Format
TV
Episodes
39
Episode Duration
25 mins
Characters
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Staff
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Status Distribution
Current
6%·969
Planning
55%·9,063
Paused
5%·786
Dropped
4%·688
Completed
30%·4,896
Score Distribution
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Relations
Female Protagonist97%Politics95%Historical86%Kingdom Management79%Philosophy79%Mythology79%Foreign79%Urban79%Work79%Royal Affairs79%Ensemble Cast79%Coming of Age79%Unrequited Love79%Shoujo79%Ancient China79%Travel60%Arranged Marriage60%Assassins60%Bisexual60%Bullying60%Primarily Adult Cast60%Family Life60%Swordplay60%Primarily Male Cast57%Male Harem50%War50%Dissociative Identities40%Crime40%Heterosexual40%Found Family40%
Frequently asked questions
How many episodes does The Story of Saiunkoku have?
The Story of Saiunkoku has 39 episodes.
Is The Story of Saiunkoku finished?
As of now, The Story of Saiunkoku has finished.
When did The Story of Saiunkoku air?
The Story of Saiunkoku aired from April 8, 2006 to February 24, 2007.
What kind of show is The Story of Saiunkoku?
The Story of Saiunkoku is a TV series with episodes around 25 minutes long, originally from Japan.
When did The Story of Saiunkoku premiere?
The Story of Saiunkoku premiered in Spring 2006.