Ai Yori Aoshi

アイヨリアオシ

Aired: 2002

Produced by J.C.STAFF, based on the manga by Kou Fumizuki serialized in Hakusensha's Young Animal, with over 4 million copies in circulation. The title derives from a Chinese proverb meaning "blue surpasses indigo." College student Kaoru Hanabishi's childhood fiancée Aoi Sakuraba appears before him, but Kaoru left his prestigious family and cannot easily accept her feelings. A pure love romantic comedy set around the Sakura apartment with its colorful cast of heroines. 24 episodes directed by Masami Shimoda. ©Kou Fumizuki/Hakusensha/Aiai Keikaku