Episodes (39)

There's a Different Side to Every Good Story
S01E01 · There's a Different Side to Every Good Story

Jan 01, 2006

Kou Shurrei is busy working her many jobs when she is visited by an important guest and given an opportunity for a job to make more money than she could have imagined, and one that could change more than the weight of her purse.

The Frog in the Well Knows Not the Great Ocean
S01E02 · The Frog in the Well Knows Not the Great Ocean

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei after meeting King Shi Ryuuki, who pretending to be someone else, she needs to figure out a way to admit his identity and accept his responsibilities.

The Hawk with Talent Hides Its Talons
S01E03 · The Hawk with Talent Hides Its Talons

Jan 01, 2006

After a month in the palace, Shuurei and King Shi Ryuuki continue being tutored by Li Kouyuu, while big rumors spread about the nightly romance between Shuurei and the King.

Casting Pearls Before a Swine
S01E04 · Casting Pearls Before a Swine

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei finds out that Ryuuki had been 'playing dumb' the entire time, at the same time, Ryuuki also finds out that she was a paid temporary consort for him. Ryuuki comes up with a contest to win money and Shuurei's forgiveness.

A Genius Can't Be a Genius Without Effort
S01E05 · A Genius Can't Be a Genius Without Effort

Jan 01, 2006

Things start to go missing of Shuurei's, it turns out that they were poisoned, but she is being kept in the dark. General Ran Shuuei's younger brother, Ryuuren, shows up in the palace and causes a ruckus.

Lacking the Finishing Touch
S01E06 · Lacking the Finishing Touch

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei realizing that it is time to leave the palace, is suddenly kidnapped. A rescue mission as well as the capture of the culprits behind the poisoning and the abduction causes a disturbance in the palace and truths to be revealed.

Those That Swim Well Drown Even the Strongest Swimmer Can Drown
S01E07 · Those That Swim Well Drown Even the Strongest Swimmer Can Drown

Jan 01, 2006

After being rescued, Shuurei is still poisoned. The King must make a promise for the future to secure the antidote.

Wanting to Borrow a Cat's Paws
S01E08 · Wanting to Borrow a Cat's Paws

Jan 01, 2006

Ryuuki works on a proposal that will make Shuurei's dream come true, and will also affect all women and the country. Now back at home, Shuurei picks up a man who had collapsed outside her house because of the heat.

A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step
S01E09 · A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step

Jan 01, 2006

Back in the palace with a new mission, Shuurei not informed about Ryuuki's proposal, works hard in the Finance Dept. dressed as a male.

Fine Weather Comes to Those Who Wait
S01E10 · Fine Weather Comes to Those Who Wait

Jan 01, 2006

Ryuuki plans an evening visiting to Shuurei at her house, however a bandit attack in the day causes him to have to change his plans.

There Is No Cure for Lovesickness
S01E11 · There Is No Cure for Lovesickness

Jan 01, 2006

A side story that took place after the aptitude test but before the results were received. Shuurei gets sick; there are flashbacks, visitors and enough trouble keep everyone on their toes.

Discretion Is the Better Part of Valour
S01E12 · Discretion Is the Better Part of Valour

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei passed the aptitude test and can take the exam. Others who have come to take the exam from other regions are coming into the city, however this draws those who wish to take advantage out of the shadows.

From a Gourd Comes a Horse
S01E13 · From a Gourd Comes a Horse

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei along with Ryuuki, Shuuei, Kouyuu, Seien and To Eigetsu are hold up in a Brothel, while the Seikin Gang attacks.

On a Rock for Three Years
S01E14 · On a Rock for Three Years

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei and Eigetsu pass the exams, and start their journeys as officials. Though it an easy path for the first woman nor the youngest under the strict Instructor Ro.

Children Know Not Their Parents' Hearts
S01E15 · Children Know Not Their Parents' Hearts

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei and Eigetsu continue their hard work. Kouyuu reflects and ponders his feelings toward his position and his family.

There Are No Demons in This World
S01E16 · There Are No Demons in This World

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei and Eigetsu continue to be bullied while working to prove themselves to the court officials.

Poking a Bush Draws Out a Snake
S01E17 · Poking a Bush Draws Out a Snake

Jan 01, 2006

Kou Reishin is under arrest because of the rumor that he used dishonest methods during the exam. Shuurei and Eigetsu after being freed from capture, need to complete some documents to incriminate the culprit behind all of this.

Don't Cover Your Head and Leave Your Bottom Exposed
S01E18 · Don't Cover Your Head and Leave Your Bottom Exposed

Jan 01, 2006

The Court Officials are holding an inquiry not only for the rumor of Shuurei's capabilities and results on the exam, but also to report on the improper deeds of the Official that was behind everything.

If You Love Your Child, Let Them Go on a Journey
S01E19 · If You Love Your Child, Let Them Go on a Journey

Jan 01, 2006

Shuurei and Eigetsu as well as all of the other new officials are given their placements in the Royal Court, which some placements cause a ruckus in the court.

Flowers Blooming from Dead Wood
S01E20 · Flowers Blooming from Dead Wood

Jan 01, 2006

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The Wise Man Does Not Court Danger
S01E21 · The Wise Man Does Not Court Danger

Jan 01, 2006

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While There's Life, There's Hope
S01E22 · While There's Life, There's Hope

Jan 01, 2006

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It's the Company That Makes Travel Unpleasant
S01E23 · It's the Company That Makes Travel Unpleasant

Jan 01, 2006

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Water on a Sleeping Ear
S01E24 · Water on a Sleeping Ear

Jan 01, 2006

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An Accidental Resemblance
S01E25 · An Accidental Resemblance

Jan 01, 2006

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The Raven of Darkness
S01E26 · The Raven of Darkness

Jan 01, 2006

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The Prettier the Flower, the Higher the Branch
S01E27 · The Prettier the Flower, the Higher the Branch

Jan 01, 2006

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The Fear Is Worse Than the Danger Itself
S01E28 · The Fear Is Worse Than the Danger Itself

Jan 01, 2006

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Many Years' Worth of Thoughts in a Single Day
S01E29 · Many Years' Worth of Thoughts in a Single Day

Jan 01, 2006

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Women Are Brave
S01E30 · Women Are Brave

Jan 01, 2006

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A Diamond in the Rough
S01E31 · A Diamond in the Rough

Jan 01, 2006

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A Woman's Word Is Her Bond
S01E32 · A Woman's Word Is Her Bond

Jan 01, 2007

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Water Can't Be Returned to the Basin
S01E33 · Water Can't Be Returned to the Basin

Jan 01, 2007

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Poison Gets the Better of Poison
S01E34 · Poison Gets the Better of Poison

Jan 01, 2007

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Meeting Is the Beginning of Parting
S01E35 · Meeting Is the Beginning of Parting

Jan 01, 2007

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All Is Right in the World
S01E36 · All Is Right in the World

Jan 01, 2007

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Tears Fall Like Rain from Heaven
S01E37 · Tears Fall Like Rain from Heaven

Jan 01, 2007

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There Is No Today After Today
S01E38 · There Is No Today After Today

Jan 01, 2007

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Fate Is an Inscrutable and Interesting Thing
S01E39 · Fate Is an Inscrutable and Interesting Thing

Jan 01, 2007

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The Story of Saiunkoku (also know as Saiunkoku monogatari) Season 1 (2006) is released on Jan 01, 2006 and the latest season 2 of The Story of Saiunkoku is released in 2007. Watch The Story of Saiunkoku online - the English Animation TV series from Japan. The Story of Saiunkoku is directed by Jun Shishido and created by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu with Matthew Leonhart and Michael Kopsa. The Story of Saiunkoku is available online on Peacock and Peacock Premium.

As know as:

Saiunkoku monogatari, The Story of Saiunkoku, ColourCloud Palace(English, Alternative Title), 彩雲国物語(Japanese), Colourcloud Palace

Countries:

Japan

Language:

English, Japanese

Production Companies:

Madhouse, NHK

Official Site:

Official site [en]

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