Ai Yori Aoshi

Ai Yori Aoshi (2002-2003)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy, Anime, Romance

Kaoru Hanabishi, a college student who lives alone, met a beautiful but bewildered girl dressed in a kimono at a train station. He volunteered to guide her way to the address she was looking for, which happened to be in his neighborhood, but turned out to be an empty lot. Not knowing what to do next, Kaoru invited the devastated girl to his apartment and asked for any additional clues to her destination. She supplied him with a photo of two children whom Kauru immediately identified as himself and Aoi Sakuraba, his childhood friend. It turned out that the girl in front of him is Aoi Sakuraba herself, his betrothed fiancee who came all the way to Tokyo to marry him. Her revelation was not only surprising but also reminded the deepest part of Kaoru's memory for why he left the Hanabishi family in the first place.A naive, traditional girl from the country goes to the city to find the boy she was engaged to as a young girl, and the two childhood friends fall in love.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (25 min)

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S02E12TiesDez. 27, 2003
S02E11MoonlightDez. 20, 2003
S02E10BathrobeDez. 13, 2003
S02E09Pure WhiteDez. 6, 2003
S02E08Fish and WaterNov. 29, 2003
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Ai Yori Aoshi premiere?

Ai Yori Aoshi premiered on April 10, 2002.

Who directed Ai Yori Aoshi?

Ai Yori Aoshi was directed by Masami Shimoda.

How many episodes does Ai Yori Aoshi have?

Ai Yori Aoshi consists of 24 episodes.

What genre does Ai Yori Aoshi belong to?

Ai Yori Aoshi falls under the genre of romance and comedy.

Who is the main character of Ai Yori Aoshi?

The main character of Ai Yori Aoshi is Kaoru Hanabishi.

What is Ai Yori Aoshi's plot?

Ai Yori Aoshi follows the story of Kaoru Hanabishi, who reconnects with his childhood friend, Aoi Sakuraba, after a long separation. Their relationship develops as they navigate the challenges of their past and present.

Where does the story of Ai Yori Aoshi take place?

Ai Yori Aoshi is primarily set in Tokyo, Japan.

Who is the voice actor for Kaoru Hanabishi in Ai Yori Aoshi?

Souichiro Hoshi provides the voice for Kaoru Hanabishi in Ai Yori Aoshi.

Who composed the music for Ai Yori Aoshi?

Toshio Masuda composed the music for Ai Yori Aoshi.

What is the age rating for Ai Yori Aoshi?

Ai Yori Aoshi is rated for viewers aged 13 and older.

Is Ai Yori Aoshi based on a manga series?

Yes, Ai Yori Aoshi is based on a manga series of the same name written by Kou Fumizuki.

What is the opening theme song for Ai Yori Aoshi?

The opening theme song for Ai Yori Aoshi is "Towa no Hana" performed by Yoko Ishida.

What is the ending theme song for Ai Yori Aoshi?

The ending theme song for Ai Yori Aoshi is "I'll Be Home" performed by Satsuki Yukino and Masaya Matsukaze.

Does Ai Yori Aoshi have any OVAs?

Yes, Ai Yori Aoshi has two OVAs titled "Enishi: Miyuki" and "Enishi: Beautiful Snow."

Who is the production studio behind Ai Yori Aoshi?

Ai Yori Aoshi was produced by J.C.Staff.

Are there any spin-offs or sequels to Ai Yori Aoshi?

Yes, Ai Yori Aoshi has a sequel series called "Ai Yori Aoshi: Enishi," which continues the story of the main characters.

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Also known as

  • Bluer Than Indigo: Fate
  • Bluer Than Indigo
  • 青出於藍 (China)
  • Ai Yori Aoshi - Bleu indigo (France)
  • 藍より青し (Japan)
  • Ai Yori Aoshi: Enishi (Japan)
  • 藍より青し~縁~ (Japan)
  • 쪽빛보다 푸르게 (Korea, Republic of)
  • Темнее, чем индиго (Russian Federation)
  • Ai Yori Aoshi [Azul] (Spain)

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