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Taira no Kiyomori

Series Overview

Villain or hero, Taira no Kiyomori changed Japanese history forever 900 years ago. Without ever knowing his real father, Kiyomori was raised as a samurai. Together with his stepfather, he wiped out piracy along Japan's western coast, becoming a full-fledged warrior samurai. In an age when samurai were looked down on as members of the lower class, Kiyomori was skillful at winning the hearts and minds of the people. By rounding up surrendered pirates and achieving other successes, Kiyomori eventually became the de facto ruler of Japan.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
NHK BS Premium
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 50 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

2012 – 2012

Premiered: Sun, Jan 8, 2012

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Dec 23, 2012

Season 1, Episode 50: “Were we Born to Play? (遊びをせんとや生まれけむ)”

Kiyomori is struck down by a febrile illness. Kiyomori appears before Saigyo, formerly named Norikiyo, as a wraith, and learns the meaning of his life through dialogue with Saigyo. In Kyoto, people rush to Kiyomori's bedside and bring up their concerns over their future. Kiyomori finally passes away. After the passing of Kiyomori, the fate of the Taira family takes a turn for the worse. Tokiko throws herself into the sea with Emperor Antoku in her arms, and the entire Taira family ends up being destroyed at Dannoura. At the bottom of the sea, Tokiko sees the members of the Taira family standing, including Kiyomori with a sword in his hand.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Yuki Fujimoto

Original Score & Music

Takashi Yoshimatsu

Producers

Sakurai Soichi

Department Leadership Roster

Sakurai Soichi

Producer

Yuki Fujimoto

Yuki Fujimoto

Screenplay

Takashi Yoshimatsu

Original Music Composer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taira no Kiyomori

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What is Taira no Kiyomori about?

Villain or hero, Taira no Kiyomori changed Japanese history forever 900 years ago. Without ever knowing his real father, Kiyomori was raised as a samurai. Together with his stepfather, he wiped out piracy along Japan's western coast, becoming a full-fledged warrior samurai. In an age when samurai were looked down on as members of the lower class, Kiyomori was skillful at winning the hearts and minds of the people. By rounding up surrendered pirates and achieving other successes, Kiyomori eventually became the de facto ruler of Japan.

How many seasons does Taira no Kiyomori have?

Taira no Kiyomori comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Taira no Kiyomori?

Key cast members in Taira no Kiyomori include Kenichi Matsuyama, Kiichi Nakai, Shota Matsuda, Arata Iura, Fumiyo Kohinata.

Who created or directed Taira no Kiyomori?

Taira no Kiyomori was developed and directed by Not specified.