"Hakuouki: Edo Blossoms" is a visual novel and part of the Hakuouki series, set in Japan during the late Edo period. Players assume the role of Chizuru Yukimura, a young woman searching for her missing father while navigating a world filled with samurai and supernatural elements. The game features multiple storylines and endings based on player choices. The game builds on the events of its predecessor, Hakuouki: Stories of the Shinsengumi, and introduces new characters and scenarios. Players interact with historical figures, including members of the Shinsengumi, while exploring themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice in a richly detailed setting.