Meiji Tokyo Renka
Original Title:明治東亰恋伽
Languages:
- English: Meiji Tokyo Renka
- Chinese: 明治东京恋伽
- Japanese: 明治東亰恋伽
Meiji Tokyo Renka (Japanese: 明治東亰恋伽, Hepburn: Meiji Tōkyō Renka), also known as Meikoi, is a Japanese visual novel series produced by Mages, with character design and art by Karu. The story revolves around Mei Ayazuki, a high school girl who is transported back in time to the Meiji era by a self-proclaimed magician named Charlie. In this era, she discovers she can see spirits and develops romantic relationships with various historical figures. The series began as a mobile game in 2011 and was later ported to the PlayStation Portable, with sequels and remakes. Meiji Tokyo Renka has expanded into various adaptations including animated films, musicals, a TV anime, and a live-action film. The plot focuses on Mei's life in the Meiji era and her interactions with historical figures as she grapples with the decision of returning to her own time or staying in the past with her love interest. The franchise is popular for its time-travel setting, romantic storyline, and depictions of Japanese historical figures.