The Taira clan, also known as the Heike, holds significant power over Japan. When a young girl who can see the future disrespects the clan, her father pays for his mistake with his life. Later, Shigemori-the eldest son of the clan leader-encounters the same girl and decides to take care of her rather than let her die. In this time of increasing military conflict, the Heike are engaged in a strategic battle for control. Shigemori has the ability to see spirits of the dead and is both hopeful and anxious about preventing his clan's downfall. However, Biwa, who has experienced great suffering at the hands of the Heikes, is hesitant to reveal the future to him and must adjust to her new life filled with joy and sorrow in this crucial moment in Japanese history.
Biwa is an anime character who adopted the name "Biwa" after her father, who was a biwa player and her mother, a shirabyōshi. She carries with her a memento from her deceased father in the form of a b...
The oldest son of Kiyomori, who was the head of the Taira clan, possessed a calm demeanor in contrast to his father's impulsive nature. He held significant positions within the palace as Palace Minist...
Shigemoris half-sister forms a bond with Biwa and eventually becomes engaged to Norihito, who is the son of the Emperor. Meanwhile, Shigemoris younger sister, Moriko, marries Lord Fujiwara no Motazane...
The 80th emperor of Japan. Go-Shirakawas son whose personal name is Norihito and who marries Tokuko....
The leader of the Taira clan. He has become a monk, but still wields power, and his mercurial nature causes problems for the clan and his eldest son and heir, Shigemori. His other children are; Munemo...