About this series
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.
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Quick facts
First Aired
2022
Seasons
1
Episodes
11
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.3/10
Votes
30
Genre
Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Status
Ended
Network
Fuji TV
Language
JA
Seasons
S01E01
If You Don't Belong to the Heike, You Won't Be a Person
The 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 enmes…
S01E02
The Glory of the Corrupt World Is a Dream in a Dream
Shigemori 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.
S01E03
Shishigatani Incident
After 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 re…
S01E04
Unwritten Affair
Tokuko 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 …
S01E05
Bridge Battle
Shigemori's passing hits Kiyomori hard. However, with Shigemori gone, no one is left to stand up to Kiyomori, leaving his whims and ambitions unchecked.
S01E06
City Transition
Kiyomori moves the capital to Fukuhara, a new figure moves against the Heike, and Koremori is charged with leading the counterattack.
S01E07
Kiyomori, Dies
The capital is moved back to present-day Kyoto.Amidst the political turmoil the move ignites, Biwa and the others are shaken by unexpected deaths.
S01E08
Leaving the Capital
Having been kicked out of her home, Biwa sets off on a journey for clues about her mother. The Heike's military challenges continue.
S01E09
Heike Flowing
A chance encounter leads Biwa to her mother. The Heike take refuge in Dazaifu, but their respite is cut short.
S01E10
Dan-no-ura
Having discovered her purpose, Biwa returns to the Heike to witness events play out. The final clash between the Heike and the Genji approaches.
S01E11
The Impermanence of Worldly Things
Biwa witnesses the final clash between the Heike and the Genji. In the aftermath, Biwa sets out to tell the Heike's story.
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Questions about The Heike Story
How many seasons does The Heike Story have?
The Heike Story has 1 season and 11 episodes total.
What genre is The Heike Story?
The Heike Story is a Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy series.
Who stars in The Heike Story?
The cast of The Heike Story includes Aoi Yuuki, Takahiro Sakurai, Saori Hayami, Miyu Irino, Nobuhiko Okamoto.
What is the TMDB rating for The Heike Story?
The Heike Story has a TMDB rating of 7.3/10 based on 30 votes.
