The manga series Fushigi Yugi, also known as Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious Play, by Yuu Watase began serialization in Shōjo Comic magazine.
The original Fushigi Yugi manga series concluded its serialization after 18 tankōbon volumes.
The anime adaptation of Fushigi Yugi premiered in Japan, expanding the reach of the franchise.
The original Fushigi Yugi anime series ended after 52 episodes.
The Fushigi Yugi OVA (Original Video Animation), which continues the story beyond the TV series, was released.
The spin-off manga Fushigi Yugi: Eikoden started serialization, continuing stories in the Fushigi Yugi universe.
Yuu Watase started the prequel manga series Fushigi Yugi: Genbu Kaiden.
Fushigi Yugi: Genbu Kaiden manga ended after multiple hiatuses and restarts.
Viz Media acquired rights and released the Fushigi Yugi anime and manga in North America, increasing international popularity.
Miaka Yuki and Yui Hongo find and read the mysterious book 'The Universe of the Four Gods,' which leads to their transportation into the book's universe.
Miaka is chosen as the Priestess of Suzaku, destined to gather the Suzaku Seven celestial warriors to summon Suzaku and grant wishes.
Miaka gathers and unites the seven celestial warriors who serve Suzaku, each with distinct abilities and backgrounds.
Miaka initially encounters Tamahome, one of the Suzaku Seven and her love interest, marking the beginning of their complex relationship.
The Suzaku Seven face off against the Seiryuu Seven, warriors serving the Priestess of Seiryuu, leading to many battles and challenges.
After successfully gathering all seven warriors, Miaka performs the ritual to summon the Spirit of Suzaku to grant her wish.
Following the completion of her mission, Miaka returns to her world, changed by her experiences within the Universe of the Four Gods.
