Taira no Kiyomori (2012) puts the Action & Adventure vibe up front, focused on tone, character beats, and a clean story drive. It moves quickly, with set pieces and momentum carrying a lot of the energy. The cast, featuring Kenichi Matsuyama, Kiichi Nakai, and Shota Matsuda, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 3.0/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
Taira no Kiyomori (2012)
Also known as: Taira no Kiyomori
First aired: January 8, 2012
Runtime: 45 min
Networks: NHK BS Premium
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.
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