The Heike Story_
Original: 平家物語
"A story of a prayer that transcends 800 years"
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.
Network
Fuji TV
Episodes
11
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Crunchyroll
26 countries
FOD Channel Amazon Channel
1 country
Prime Video
FREE
1 country
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Overview
The Heike Story has 1 season with 11 episodes spanning 2022.
Year context
The Heike Story first aired 4 years ago in 2022.
CAST (14)
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)
Natsuki Hanae
Taira no Kiyotsune (voice)
Tessyo Genda
Taira no Kiyomori (voice)
Kikuko Inoue
Taira no Tokiko (voice)
Nobuyuki Hiyama
Taira no Munemori (voice)
Subaru Kimura
Taira no Tomomori (voice)
Yu Miyazaki
Taira no Shigehira (voice)
Shigeru Chiba
Emperor Go-Shirakawa (voice)
Koutaro Nishiyama
Emperor Takakura (voice)
Miyuki Satou
Emperor Antoku (voice)
SEASONS (1 season, 11 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
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…
02
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…
03
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…
04
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…
05
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.
06
City Transition
Kiyomori moves the capital to Fukuhara, a new figure moves against the Heike, and Koremori is charged with leading the counterattack.
07
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.
08
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.
09
Heike Flowing
A chance encounter leads Biwa to her mother. The Heike take refuge in Dazaifu, but their respite is cut short.
10
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.
11
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.
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
11
Episodes
23 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
NETWORKS (1)
Fuji TV
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
11
Episode Length
23 min/ep
Language
Japanese
Country
Rating
7.3/10 (27 votes)
Popularity
4
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Heike Story about?
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.
Where can I watch The Heike Story?
The Heike Story is available on Crunchyroll, FOD Channel Amazon Channel, Prime Video. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Heike Story have?
The Heike Story has 1 season with 11 episodes total.
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 rating of The Heike Story?
The Heike Story has a rating of 7.3 out of 10 based on 27 votes on TMDB.
Is The Heike Story still running?
The Heike Story has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Animation
Drama
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
