Do you enjoy an innocent historical romance between two characters tied by fate? Want to experience a show with a healthy dose of charming love? Then, Taisho Otome Fairy Tale might be something that interest you. And just like the title, this is a like a fairy tale with two humans.
Adapted by the manga of the same name, I don't say this lightly about historical romances. Honestly, historical theme shows are often talked about for their battles, history, and overall, cultural context. It's not too often when romance is a central part of the show's context. That's where we meet the fated pair, Tamahiko Shima ... and Yuzuki Tachibana. We find out why Tamahiko is banished by his family and developed inferiority about himself. On the other hand, Yuzuki serves as a beacon of hope and falls for Tamahiko almost like first sight. Is it fate? Perhaps and honestly, this show binds them together like they were destined to be. Yet, it's not always easy for Tamahiko to open up to others because of his past. And for that reason, the show has dedicates time for Tamahiko to grow out of his shell while giving Yuzuki the chance to experience what's like to be in love.
The first few episodes is nothing short of being charming when we meet our main characters. Yuzuki is upbeat but also very kind and caring to just about anyone. Towards Tamahiko, she grows deep affections towards him at almost first sight. It's the type of love that may have even surprised herself. Nonetheless, the show makes it clear that they are a pair that's tied by fate and through connections, they grow closer together. Such a simple idea makes this anime a sensation, as the more I watch them bond, the more their character pair felt real. Their connection presents an emotional experience that's more than just love or closure. Tamahiko would've been much worse without Yuzuki's presence as his life changes forever after he meets her.
Despite the small supporting roster, this show proves itself capable of making characters that are worth watching outside of the Tamahiko and Yuzuki. For instance, we meet Tamako Shima, Tamahiko's younger sister who initially treated him with disdain but ultimately grows to trust him. Upon meeting Yuzuki, she also forges a strong bond with her and realizes that dreams can be achieved. There's also the delinquent thief girl Ryou Atsumi who causes many problems with Tamahiko's estate. But after seeing Yuzuki's compassion and serenity, she changes to become a more friendlier and positive person. After awhile, you may notice the pattern of Yuzuki's positive influence on others. Indeed, she's like an angel in this anime who serves as a positive role model to just about anyone.
At the heart of the show is the theme of love but the storytelling itself commits to character building. The most prominent example is Tamahiko as he develops from a pessimistic person to someone with hope and dreams. He realizes that there's a light in the dark tunnel thanks to Yuzuki and ultimately fights to be a better person. In essence, this show dedicates its time to show how anyone can make a positive light and turn their life around. Without Yuzuki, I can guarantee that Tamahiko would be much worse off, or perhaps even dead. Unfortunately, his siblings outside of the main supporting cast gets little characterization. With just 12 episodes, the anime did not have enough time to expand all of its casts' roles.
Coming off of their most recent adaptation, I was less than thrilled about SynergySP taking the role to adapt this show. Yet, they nailed it with this adaptation because the elegant visual quality of this anime works wonderfully. It gives the sensation of youth with its female cast while also having depressing moments in the story. Character designs fits for the historical setting and makes an impact with their human expressions. Comedy is no shortfall in the show either when we have hilarious moments between Tamahiko and Yuzuki. It's when the anime knows how to sell iself that it becomes successful.
To add on the positive elements of the show, it even has a soundtrack that works its magic to the core. Theme songs for both the opening and ending are soft beat yet carefully decorated with a serene feeling. Character voices and mannerism are protrayed with delicate care to suit every casts' personalities. And when you have a character such as Yuzuki, it takes a tremendous talent to be in her shoes. And finally, Kotori's singing brings in a lot of charm to the show especially when she has her own devoted fans.
Taisho Otome Fairy Tale is the type of show that we get once in awhile among the seemingly endless amount of soap operas, high school dramas, or isekai harems these days. Taking place in a historical setting, we witness two characters coming together and experiencing the very essence of being human. That is, being human means we have to explore our potentials and, this anime managed to knock to bring out the best of that.
 Alternative Titles Synonyms: Taishou Maiden Fairytale Japanese: 大正処女御伽話 Information Type: TV Episodes: 12 Status: Finished Airing Aired: Oct 9, 2021 to Dec 25, 2021 Premiered: Fall 2021 Broadcast: Saturdays at 01:53 (JST) Licensors: Funimation Studios: SynergySP Source: Manga Theme: Historical Demographic: Shounen Duration: 23 min. per ep. Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older Statistics Score: 7.791 (scored by 61,721 users) 1 indicates a . Ranked: #10042 2 based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #1565 Members: 145,879 Favorites: 1,165 Available AtResources |
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