Overview
Sayonara Lara (known in English as Goodbye, Lara) draws on the mermaid fairy tale. Once upon a time, a mermaid princess named Lara fell in love with a human prince and used a witch's potion to become human, but the magic came at a cost: if she failed to find true love, she would vanish into sea foam forever. Now, 200 years later, Lara awakens in Lake Biwa with one final chance at life and love.
OtaHub's take
It is an original work in drama, fantasy, and romance, produced by Kinema Citrus, directed by Takushi Koide with series composition by Anna Kawahara and character design by Shiori Tani. It runs 12 episodes and began airing on 5/7/2026. The story is about the search for true love and the price of a choice.
Verdict
It suits viewers who like romantic fantasy inspired by fairy tales, with a gentle pace and a touch of sadness. According to the available data, nothing needs to be watched first.
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