01/13/2022 - 03/24/2022 Finished
The Heike Story (Heike Monogatari)
Also known as: 平家物語
The Taira clan, also known as the Heike, holds immense authority over Japan. When a young girl, gifted with an odd eye that allows her to see the future, foolishly disrespects the clan, her father pays the price of her crime with his life. Soon after, as fate would have it, Taira no Shigemori—the eldest son of the clan leader—stumbles upon the same unfortunate girl, who now calls herself "Biwa." Biwa informs him that the downfall of the Heike is imminent. After learning of the great injustice Biwa suffered at the Heike's hands, Shigemori vows to take her in and care for her rather than let her be killed. In an era of rising military tension, the Heike are in the midst of a cunning struggle for power, and bloodstained war is on the horizon. Shigemori, whose eyes allow him to see spirits of the dead, is both anxious and hopeful to prevent his clan's demise. Biwa, however, is reluctant to reveal the future to him and must adapt to her new life filled with both happiness and sorrow in this pivotal chapter in Japanese history.
11
Total episodes
11
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 11 Filler episodes · 0
Watch on: Crunchyroll
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Related works and sequels
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Heike Monogatari. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Heike Monogatari has no filler episodes: all 11 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
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11 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | If You Don't Belong to the Heike, You Won't Be a Person— | — | Canon |
| 2 | The Glory of the Corrupt World is a Dream in a Dream— | — | Canon |
| 3 | Shishigatani Incident— | — | Canon |
| 4 | Unwritten Affair— | — | Canon |
| 5 | Bridge Battle— | — | Canon |
| 6 | City Transition— | — | Canon |
| 7 | Kiyomori, Dies— | — | Canon |
| 8 | Leaving the Capital— | — | Canon |
| 9 | Heike Flowing— | — | Canon |
| 10 | Dan-no-ura— | — | Canon |
| 11 | The Impermanence of Worldly Things— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Heike Monogatari have?
Heike Monogatari has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Heike Monogatari have?
In total, Heike Monogatari has 11 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Heike Monogatari?
It is recommended to watch Heike Monogatari in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Heike Monogatari online?
Heike Monogatari is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Crunchyroll
Is Heike Monogatari a complete anime?
Yes, Heike Monogatari is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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