S01E0123:441. 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…Episodes — Season 1
Season pageS01E0123:441. 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…
S01E0223:222. 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.
S01E0323:203. 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…
S01E0423:354. 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…
S01E0523:175. 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.
S01E0623:596. City TransitionKiyomori moves the capital to Fukuhara, a new figure moves against the Heike, and Koremori is charged with leading the counterattack.
S01E0723:257. 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.
S01E0823:128. 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.
S01E0923:309. Heike FlowingA chance encounter leads Biwa to her mother. The Heike take refuge in Dazaifu, but their respite is cut short.
S01E1023:3110. 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.
S01E1123:1711. 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.Where to stream The Heike Story
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The Heike Story synopsis
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.
The Heike Story cast
Aoi YuukiBiwa (voice) · 11 ep.
Takahiro SakuraiTaira no Shigemori (voice) · 11 ep.
Saori HayamiTaira no Tokuko (voice) · 11 ep.
Miyu IrinoTaira no Koremori (voice) · 11 ep.
Nobuhiko OkamotoTaira no Sukemori (voice) · 11 ep.
Natsuki HanaeTaira no Kiyotsune (voice) · 11 ep.
Tessyo GendaTaira no Kiyomori (voice) · 11 ep.
Nobuyuki HiyamaTaira no Munemori (voice) · 11 ep.
Subaru KimuraTaira no Tomomori (voice) · 11 ep.
Yu MiyazakiTaira no Shigehira (voice) · 11 ep.
Shigeru ChibaEmperor Go-Shirakawa (voice) · 11 ep.
Koutaro NishiyamaEmperor Takakura (voice) · 11 ep.
Miyuki SatouEmperor Antoku (voice) · 11 ep.
Kikuko InoueTaira no Tokiko (voice) · 11 ep.
Tomokazu SugitaMinamoto no Yoritomo (voice) · 5 ep.
Ayumu MuraseTaira no Atsumori (voice) · 4 ep.The Heike Story trailer
About the series The Heike Story
The Heike Story is a series (animation and drama), airing on Fuji TV since 2022. It has 1 season and 11 episodes of about 23 minutes each. The series ended on March 24, 2022. Cast members include Aoi Yuuki, Takahiro Sakurai and Saori Hayami. It is rated 7.3/10 by 31 TMDB users.
Frequently asked questions about The Heike Story
Where to watch The Heike Story online?
In the United States, The Heike Story is available with a subscription on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, to buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store (source: JustWatch via TMDB, offers subject to change). Each episode has its own page with this information.
How many seasons of The Heike Story are there?
The Heike Story has 1 season for a total of 11 episodes.
Has The Heike Story ended?
Yes, the series has ended: the last episode aired on March 24, 2022.
Who stars in The Heike Story?
The lead actors are Aoi Yuuki (Biwa (voice)), Takahiro Sakurai (Taira no Shigemori (voice)), Saori Hayami (Taira no Tokuko (voice)), Miyu Irino (Taira no Koremori (voice)), Nobuhiko Okamoto (Taira no Sukemori (voice)).
