My Bride is a Mermaid

On a windy coastal road Nagasumi Michishio almost drowns but is saved by a striking mermaid named Sun Seto. He quickly learns that Sun and her kin guard a dangerous secret that could spell real trouble if anyone outside the family discovers it. The only way to keep Nagasumi safe is to marry Sun, a twist that sounds like a wild joke yet may be the best shield against disaster. What begins as a life saving rescue becomes a clash of two worlds: the ordinary chaos of high school and a hidden code of an underwater clan. The series rides this premise with rapid fire jokes, bigger than life misunderstandings, and a buoyant sense of adventure that never slows. It keeps the tone breezy while hinting at darker currents underneath. Fans of light hearted fantasy will find it appealing.

Released in 2007, this series is the creation of Makoto Uezu. It stars Takahiro Mizushima as Nagasumi and Haruko Momoi as Sun, with Ayumi Tsunematsu, Atsushi Imaruoka, and Takehito Koyasu in supporting roles. It appears to be an original concept rather than an adaptation.

Reception appears mixed, with a 6.179 out of 10 from 39 votes. The show explores themes of romance between humans and merfolk, family loyalty, and the clash between ordinary teen life and a concealed undersea world. The humor leans on fast paced gags, physical comedy, misunderstandings, and spoofing of high school tropes that keep the energy high even when the premise veers into the absurd.

Cultural impact exists mostly within anime circles. The series is remembered for its high energy and quirky premise and has a small but dedicated following online. It crops up in discussions about late 2000s beach side romance comedies that mix fantasy with family politics, zany gags, and a willingness to dive into ridiculous scenarios.