Brighter Than the Dawning Blue

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  • TV-PG
  • 2006
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (64)

Brighter Than the Dawning Blue, also known as Yoake Mae yori Ruriiro na, is a heartwarming romantic comedy anime that takes place in a fictional world where the moon was colonized in the year 2068. The anime follows the life of a young princess named Feena Fam Earthlight, who is sent to Earth as an exchange student with the intention of fostering better relations between the Moon and Earth nations.

The anime begins with Feena arriving at Earth and meeting her host family, the Shido family, in the city of Kamogawa. The Shido family consists of two sons, Tatsuya and Kikuchiyo, and their parents. Tatsuya, the older brother, is a serious and hardworking student council president, while Kikuchiyo, the younger brother, is a laidback and carefree high school student.

Upon meeting Feena, Tatsuya is immediately smitten with her grace and elegance, while Kikuchiyo is more interested in her "moon magic" and other Moon-exclusive abilities. Feena is initially wary of Earth and its people, as she has been taught that the Earthlings are a violent and irrational race. However, over time, she begins to warm up to Tatsuya, Kikuchiyo, and their friends, and even starts to develop feelings for Tatsuya.

As the anime progresses, we see Feena adapting to Earth's customs and traditions, while also dealing with the political tension between the Moon and Earth nations. Feena's father, the king of the Moon, is constantly monitoring her progress and encourages her to build strong relations with the Earthlings.

One of the highlights of the anime is the blossoming romance between Tatsuya and Feena. Their love story is sweet and innocent, and is depicted in a very heartwarming manner. Tatsuya is the perfect gentleman, always looking out for Feena's well-being and doing everything in his power to make her happy. Feena, on the other hand, is shy and reserved, but over time, she opens up to Tatsuya and starts to see him as a true friend and possibly even something more.

The anime also features a number of side characters who add a lot of depth and humor to the story. Kikuchiyo, for example, is a lovable goofball who always manages to bring a smile to Feena's face. There's also Karen, a childhood friend of Tatsuya's, who harbors a secret crush on him and becomes jealous of Feena.

Despite its lighthearted tone and romantic storyline, the anime also explores deeper themes such as political conflict and cultural differences. Through Feena's experiences on Earth, we see how misunderstandings and prejudices can create unnecessary rifts between nations and how communication and understanding can help bridge these gaps.

Overall, Brighter Than the Dawning Blue is a charming and enjoyable anime that is perfect for fans of romantic comedies and slice-of-life stories. The animation is beautiful, the characters are likable and relatable, and the story is engaging and heartfelt. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a wholesome and uplifting anime experience.

Brighter Than the Dawning Blue is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on October 4, 2006.

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The Princess and...
12. The Princess and...
November 4, 2010
Feena and Tatsuya with the help of Takano and Karen manage to turn the tables on the situation and the war is averted. A few years later, Tatsuya and Feena are married and Feena's mother's dream has come true for the Moon and Earth to unite.
That Hand Placed Atop the Princess's
11. That Hand Placed Atop the Princess's
October 28, 2010
Karen and Tatsuya land on the Moon but are still being chased by guards of the palace. Meanwhile Jurgen accelerates things and a war between the Earth and the Moon seems imminent.
A Princess With Just One Wing
10. A Princess With Just One Wing
October 21, 2010
After Karen is arrested, Feena goes back to the moon alone in order to prevent anything more from happening. While there, the Feena's father is reminded about the past when he and Cephilia fell in love and the controversy it stirred.
The Shadow That Approaches the Princess
9. The Shadow That Approaches the Princess
October 14, 2010
Tatsuya and Feena's relationship continues to grow stronger as Karen informs the King of the Kingdom of Sphere about the situation. For her actions, Karen is arrested by the military for treason.
With the Princess Beneath the Bright Blue Sky
8. With the Princess Beneath the Bright Blue Sky
October 7, 2010
Tatsuya and Feena have confessed their love to each other. Everyone except Karen accepted their relationship. Karen set up a challenge which Tatsuya having to defeat Feena in a kendo match.
The Princess's Fiance
7. The Princess's Fiance
September 30, 2010
Feena decides to move out of Tatsuya's house in order to perform her princess duties at the embassy. Later, Feena's fianc arrive on Earth and Tatsuya must decide what happens concerning him and Feena.
The Princess Is Forbidden to Fall in Love?
6. The Princess Is Forbidden to Fall in Love?
September 23, 2010
Tatsuya and Feena are starting to have feelings between each other. At the same time, a young girl named Wreath is sent by a mysterious person named Feyaka to stop Feena and Tatsuya from developing their relationship further.
The Princess Marooned On a Desert Island
5. The Princess Marooned On a Desert Island
September 16, 2010
Everyone goes on a vacation to the beach, and they get stuck in a 'deserted' island and become castaways.
Fight, O Princess
4. Fight, O Princess
September 9, 2010
When Princess Feena mistakes bugs for aliens, she ends up destroying the study room of the house.
The Princess and the Cooking Battle
3. The Princess and the Cooking Battle
September 2, 2010
Princess Feena and Natsuki are paired together for the cooking contest that they entered.
The Princess Is an a-Student!
2. The Princess Is an a-Student!
October 11, 2006
Princess Feena enrolls in school and but she feels the students are intimidated by her when they find out she is a princess.
The Princess Does a Homestay?!
1. The Princess Does a Homestay?!
October 4, 2006
Princess Feena descends from the Kingdom of Sphere and rents a room from a family on Earth as she wants to learns Earth's culture.
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Where to Watch Brighter Than the Dawning Blue
Brighter Than the Dawning Blue is available for streaming on the Anime Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Brighter Than the Dawning Blue on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    October 4, 2006
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (64)