If you liked
Saiunkoku Monogatari
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...then you might like
Akagami no Shirayuki-hime
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Akagami and Saiunkoku share many similar aspects from the characters they have to the messages they both convey. Both centre around a main female protagonist that becomes acquainted with a member of royalty (Prince Zen-Akagami, King Ryukki- Saiunkoku) that impacts their lives drastically. Shirayuki(Akagami) and Shurei(Saiunkoku) are both intelligent, independent, kind, strong women who are driven to achieving their dream careers. Both series have numerous characters that's are incredibly easy to love; even the antagonists. They also are similar in the romance department in the fact that, while a strong element in both, it is by no means the focal point of the story. They contain many similar themes as well due to them both having a royal aspect; kidnapping, concubines, treason, as well as sword fights fairly often. Both are extremely riveting and beautiful to watch. If you like one I am certain you would like the other!
If you liked
Natsume Yuujinchou
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...then you might like
Fukigen na Mononokean
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Both explore the relationships and friendships between yokai and humans, as well as the troubles that come with that connection. The main characters in both are driven to help yokai whenever they can, they even both have a small yokai companion throughout their individual journeys ( although one of them is distinctly more affectionate with their human then the other). Natsume Yuujinchou can contain more of a serious tone at times but I find the message that I took from both was the same in the end. I adored both for the same reasons and if your looking for a feel-good supernatural show that focuses on connecting with others then I certainly recommend you check this out!