A young orphan named Biwa is taken in by the powerful Taira Clan—also known as the Heike—after their leader witnesses her extraordinary psychic abilities. Unfortunately, what she predicts is a future of bloodshed, violence, and civil war. Inspired by the 12th-century epic tale Heike Monogatari.
Cast: Aoi Yuuki, Takahiro Sakurai, Saori Hayami
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Season 1
11 episodes
1. If You Don't Belong to the Heike, You Won't Be a PersonThe Taira clan, also known as the Heike, has reached unprecedented power and influence in Japan. Through strange and terrible circumstances, a biwa-playing girl finds herself enmeshed in the story of their political strife.TV-14CC23minJan 13, 2022
2. The Glory of the Corrupt World Is a Dream in a DreamShigemori rushes to deal with the fallout of Kiyomori's assault on the regent. As Biwa spends more time with Shigemori's family, she begins to open up.TV-14CC23minJan 20, 2022
3. Shishigatani IncidentAfter the passage of several years, Biwa catches up with a friend. A clash with the Enryakuji monks bodes ill for the Heike, and Shigemori is compelled to take drastic action to restrain Kiyomori.TV-14CC23minJan 27, 2022
4. Unwritten AffairTokuko finally carries Emperor Takakura's child. The prospect of an emperor from the Taira lineage is a happy tiding, but the prospect of Kiyomori's tightening grip on power bodes ill.TV-14CC23minFeb 3, 2022
5. Bridge BattleShigemori's passing hits Kiyomori hard. However, with Shigemori gone, no one is left to stand up to Kiyomori, leaving his whims and ambitions unchecked.TV-14CC23minFeb 10, 2022
6. City TransitionKiyomori moves the capital to Fukuhara, a new figure moves against the Heike, and Koremori is charged with leading the counterattack.TV-14CC23minFeb 17, 2022
7. Kiyomori, DiesThe capital is moved back to present-day Kyoto.Amidst the political turmoil the move ignites, Biwa and the others are shaken by unexpected deaths.TV-14CC23minFeb 24, 2022
8. Leaving the CapitalHaving been kicked out of her home, Biwa sets off on a journey for clues about her mother. The Heike's military challenges continue.TV-14CC23minMar 3, 2022
9. Heike FlowingA chance encounter leads Biwa to her mother. The Heike take refuge in Dazaifu, but their respite is cut short.TV-14CC23minMar 10, 2022
10. Dan-no-uraHaving discovered her purpose, Biwa returns to the Heike to witness events play out. The final clash between the Heike and the Genji approaches.TV-14CC23minMar 24, 2022
11. The Impermanence of Worldly ThingsBiwa witnesses the final clash between the Heike and the Genji. In the aftermath, Biwa sets out to tell the Heike's story.TV-14CC23minMar 24, 2022
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A young orphan named Biwa is taken in by the powerful Taira Clan—also known as the Heike—after their leader witnesses her extraordinary psychic abilities. Unfortunately, what she predicts is a future of bloodshed, violence, and civil war. Inspired by the 12th-century epic tale Heike Monogatari.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Choi Eun-young, Noriko Ozaki, Kazuhiko Yusa, Yasushi Ogawa
- Studio
- Science SARU, Asmik Ace, Fuji Television Network
