The story, which takes place in the fictional medieval empire of Saiunkoku, follows the adventures of Shuurei Kou, a descendant of a noble family that has fallen on hard times. Her father serves as librarian in the Imperial palace, a post which offers prestige and respect but little compensation. Shuurei teaches in the temple school and works odd jobs to make ends meet, but her dream is to pass the imperial examinations and take a post in government, a path forbidden to women. Shuurei's plans come to an abrupt halt when the Emperor's Grand Advisor makes a startling offer: join the imperial household for six months as the young Emperor's consort, and teach the Emperor to be a responsible ruler. If she succeeds, the financial reward will be great. The story details Shuurei's growing relationships with the Emperor and other members of the court, the intrigues that surround imperial politics, and Shuurei's commitment to better herself and her country.
The Story of Saiunkoku has finished publishing and it has 42 Chapters. It is also Known as: 彩雲国物語, Colour Cloud Palace, Tale of the Land of Colored Clouds, The Story of Saiun Country, Tale of Saiunkoku, Tale of the Land of Many-Coloured Clouds
Genres: Historical , Fantasy , Drama , Romance , Motorsport
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Top 10 Manga Like The Story of Saiunkoku (Saiunkoku Monogatari) [2024 List]
10. Koukyuu Days
Hisui, who works for the Golden Rooster Threatre Group, was orphaned when her parents were killed in a giant massacre ten years ago and her brother Kohaku was abducted. One day, she is summoned to the Emperor's palace and only agrees to go because she suspects that he is behind her brother's disappearance.
Inspired by "The Story of Saiunkoku."
Koukyuu Days has finished publishing and it has 67 Chapters. It is also Known as: 後宮デイズ, Harem Days: Story of Seven-Starred Country, Koukyuu Days: Shichijoukoku Monogatari, Hana no Yukue
9. Koushaku Reijou no Tashinami
Iris, an otome game addict with no time for romance, gets hit by a truck after getting out of work—but instead of dying, she finds herself in the world of a game she'd played just hours earlier. However, she's not reborn as the game's protagonist, the main heartthrob of the harem. Instead, she starts her new life as the antagonist, right at the moment she's being sent to live in a nunnery—for the rest of her life!
Accomplishments of the Duke’s Daughter has finished publishing and it has 45 Chapters. It is also Known as: 公爵令嬢の嗜み, Koushaku Reijou no Tashinami
8. Niehime to Kemono no Ou
Saliphie, the 99th sacrifice to the terrifying demon king, learns two secrets about the king: The first, that he has been letting the sacrifices go in secret. The second, that half of his blood is that of a human. She gets to know the king's kindness and sorrow, and then it's announced that the king has taken Saliphie, who wishes to become a source of energy for the king, as his queen, and...?
Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 贄姫と獣の王, Princess of the Sacrifice & King of the Beast, Princess of the sacrifice & King of the beast
7. Song of the Long March
Chang An in the Tang Dynasty of China (618-907): The demon star is passing through the sky, calamity is about to befall the Tang Dynasty—because of a woman. Skilled in martial arts and war tactics, Princess Chang Ge Li sets out to avenge her family and take back the throne.
Song of the Long March is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 長歌行, Choukakou, Chang Ge Xing
6. Fushigi Yuugi: Genbu Kaiden
Takiko Okuda is a strong-willed girl living in the Taisho Era. She needs to be strong -- Oosugi, the one man she's ever loved, is a married man; her mother is terminally ill; and her father, Einosuke, has not been home in over a year. When at last Einosuke returns, it's with a notebook full of Chinese scribblings that seem more important to him than the death of his wife. Furious, Takiko steals away his completed translation -- "The Universe of the Four Gods" -- with the intention of tearing it to shreds, but the instant she opens it, she's surrounded by light... And it is said that this is how the legend of the Priestess of Genbu began.
Included one-shot:
Volume 6: Ayashi no Ceres Gaiden
Fushigi Yuugi: Genbu Kaiden has finished publishing and it has 40 Chapters. It is also Known as: ふしぎ遊戯 玄武開伝, Fushigi Yugi Genbu Kaiden, Ayashi no Ceres Gaiden
5. Crazy Girl Shin Bia-Ah
Tough, lazy, money lover, yet beautiful high school student named Shin Bia.
While she's thinking about the era’s she suddenly falls into that ancient time period! She had to transform into an elegant lady and while she's there she faces quite an obstacle.
Crazy Girl Shin Bia-Ah has finished publishing and it has 85 Chapters. It is also Known as: 크레이지걸 신비아 異界로 가다!!, Crazy Girl Shin Bia-Ah Goes to the Alien World!!
4. Scarlet Palace
As the war-torn kingdoms vie for power in Ancient China, a deadly yet beautiful struggle also emerges in the seraglio of the King of Ding (King Xun)! In order to gain the terrifying King Xun's favor, Ninghu's family is determined to make her the future Queen, but King Xun is not interested in his other concubines at all. Not willing to become just another neglected concubine, Ninghu disguises herself as an eunuch servant to her brother Yuanren, the second most powerful eunuch and adviser in the kingdom. However, the moment that she enters the Scarlet Palace, Lingyu, the most influential and favored eunuch, suspects that she is a girl and begins to investigate her! With the mysterious death of Lingyu's original servant, Ninghu decides to become Lingyu's personal servant in hope to approach King Xun. However, King Xun is absent from the palace, and as time goes on, Lingyu and Ninghu becomes more and more attracted to each other! Could they have fallen in love with each other?!
Scarlet Palace has finished publishing and it has 32 Chapters. It is also Known as: 緋色王城, Scarlet Palace
3. Ookami-heika no Hanayome
Yuurin, the daughter of a low ranking government officer, came to the royal palace after hearing of a job with higher wages. However, that job is to act as the bride of Haku Reishou, who is feared as being the ruthless and heartless "His Majesty, the Wolf". In the royal palace where conspiracies swirl, after learning His Majesty's secret, Yuurin ends up stuck being his temporary bride...!?
Wolf King's Bride is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 狼陛下の花嫁, Ookami Heika no Hanayome, Wolf King's Bride, Hoshi no Yoru ni wa Afureru Uso wo
2. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
In the imperial court, a young woman is put into servitude, Maomao. The tale is just beginning for the woman doctor/pharmacist from the red-light district, as rumors circulate about the emperor's children's lives being short-lived. Her curious nature and thirst for knowledge pushes her to action. To satisfy her curiosity, this young doctor/pharmacist will investigate the origin! What is shifting in the imperial court..!?
The Apothecary Diaries is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 薬屋のひとりごと, The Pharmacist's Monologue, The Pharmacist's Soliloquies, Drugstore Soliloquy
1. Akagami no Shirayuki-hime
Shirayuki was a young girl born with unique apple-red hair. She meets a famous but foolish Prince Raji, who falls in love with her at first sight and orders her to become his concubine. With nowhere else to go, Shirayuki cuts her hair and escapes to a neighboring country. While traversing through the forests, she meets a young boy, Zen, who helps her after she boldly cures his wounds but then gets poisoned by an apple given to Shirayuki. Meanwhile, Prince Raji sends out henchmen to search for her. What will happen to Shirayuki? What is Zen’s true character? A refreshing fantasy story between an optimistic heroine and a prince who constantly stays on her watch.
Included one-shots:
Volume 1: Hachigatsu no Shikisai (Four-season Color of August)
Volume 2: Bokura wo Tsunaide. (Bind Us)
Snow White with the Red Hair is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 赤髪の白雪姫, Akagami no Shirayukihime, Red-haired Snow White, Hachigatsu no Shikisai, Four-Season Color of August, Bind Us, Bokura wo Tsunaide
