After having a few too many drinks, Akari’s inhibitions drop. She crosses paths with a handsome male protagonist (often a colleague or an acquaintance). The "Natural Color" (Tennen Koi-iro) in the title suggests a transition from their mundane, everyday personas to their more honest, "colorful," and passionate selves under the influence.
A common trope in this genre involves the characters waking up and having to navigate the awkwardness of their new dynamic, wondering if their connection was just the alcohol or something "natural" and real. Key Themes
Using nightlife as a way to break free from societal expectations.