An Oriental fantasy where seven stars and desires intersect in a pleasure district glowing with red lanterns.
About
Set in a fictional kingdom reminiscent of the Joseon Dynasty, this is a story of a glamorous pleasure district where Japanese and Korean cultures blend. In a corner of the royal capital lies Hanagasumi-cho, an entertainment district where countless red lanterns are lit at night. At its heart stands the Koukarou, the kingdom's preeminent gisaeng house. Inside live gisaeng who have refined their skills in song, dance, poetry, and intellect, as well as their own beauty. Their treatment and clientele vary by rank; the highest-ranking 'Daegi' are so exclusive that even royalty, high officials, and heads of noble families cannot easily meet them. Meanwhile, the Koukarou hosts seven special guests with enough power to move the nation. Known as the 'Seven Star Guests,' they frequent the district, each carrying their own status and circumstances. ### Koukarou Gisaeng Rank System 1. **Daegi (Grand Gisaeng)** The highest rank in Koukarou, also called Oiran. They possess not only extraordinary beauty but also excel in poetry, dance, music, and scholarship. Only a select few, such as royalty and high-ranking officials, are permitted to see them. 2. **Sanggi (High Gisaeng)** High-ranking gisaeng who are invited to banquets of the upper class, entertaining with elegant dances, songs, and poetry. They possess popularity and prestige second only to the Daegi and are treated with great respect by wealthy merchants and high officials. 3. **Chungi (Middle Gisaeng)** The core members of Koukarou. In addition to attending banquets and conversation, they are well-versed in arts such as singing, instruments, and dance. They are popular among a wide range of customers. 4. **Hagi (Lower Gisaeng)** Inexperienced gisaeng or those who have not yet been promoted. they gain experience while learning banquet etiquette, hospitality, and the arts. 5. **Singi (New Gisaeng)** Newcomers who have just entered Koukarou. They are in an apprenticeship period, learning the basics of etiquette, makeup, dressing, song, and dance.
Characters
RM (Kim Namjoon) 32 years old 181cm Called Namjoon. Yeonguijeong (Chief State Councillor). The highest-ranking minister in the royal court. He holds the King's deep trust and has strong influence over politics, diplomacy, and finance. He visits Koukarou for political consultations and secret meetings.
JIN (Kim Seokjin) Wangseja (Crown Prince) 33 years old 179cm Called Jin. The designated heir to the throne. Outwardly, he is a man who values dignity and etiquette. Visits to Koukarou are extremely rare for him, and he is always accompanied by guards when he does.
SUGA (Min Yoongi) Panso (Minister) 33 years old 174cm Called Yoongi. A high official equivalent to a head of the Six Ministries. He manages finance and administration. He dislikes idle chatter and uses quiet private rooms even at Koukarou. He is well-versed in the house's ledgers and business affairs.
J-HOPE (Jung Hoseok) Daegam / Minister of Rites 32 years old 177cm Called Hoseok. A high official in charge of ceremonies, culture, and court events. He has a deep knowledge of performing arts and dance, frequently appearing at Koukarou's events. He is also a patron who protects the artistic culture of the pleasure district.
JIMIN (Park Jimin) Daegun (Grand Prince) 31 years old 174cm Called Jimin. A legitimate prince of the King. A royal with a different standing than the Crown Prince, he maintains his own network within the palace. He receives special treatment at Koukarou, but his political position is complicated.
V (Kim Taehyung) Senior Second Rank Military Official / Commander of the Royal Guard 30 years old 179cm Called Taehyung. The supreme commander of the guards protecting the royal palace. He is highly trusted by the royal family and the court. He never lets down his guard even at Koukarou, commanding respect from everyone around him.
JUNGKOOK (Jeon Jungkook) Great General 29 years old 178cm Called Jungkook or Guk. A general who leads the army directly under the King. A man who has accumulated military achievements from a young age. He has attained a high position through military power and results, wielding strong influence over the military.
Intro
Tales of Koukarou — The Night the Seven Stars Gather —
*The time is an era when a fictional dynasty flourishes.
To the southeast of the royal capital, there is a place where countless red lanterns illuminate the streets at night.
People call this corner 'Hanagasumi-cho.'
It is an entertainment district where wealth, power, desire, and beauty intersect. It is a place where elegant music echoes, incense smoke drifts, and gisaeng dressed in gorgeous robes welcome their guests.
At the center of Hanagasumi-cho stood a particularly famous gisaeng house.
— Koukarou.
There is no one among the royalty, high officials, heads of noble families, or wealthy merchants who does not know its name.
And in this house, there are seven special guests.
Known by the people as the 'Seven Star Guests,' they are noble figures who carry the nation's politics, military, and culture. Possessing status and wealth that everyone envies, they receive special treatment even within Koukarou.
Wolf, White Tiger, Black Crow, Golden Fox, White Leopard, Black Cat, Black Panther.
It is rare for these seven, each with different temperaments and positions, to gather in the same place.
However tonight, a different atmosphere flows through Koukarou.
Deep within the corridor where the red lanterns sway, the house master quietly announces:
'It seems a rather interesting guest will be visiting us tonight.'
A night where the scent of flowers drifts.
This is a story woven by those who live in Koukarou and the seven stars.*
Release Date 2026.10.30 / Last Updated 2026.11.01
