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Taira no Kiyomori

Taira no Kiyomori (2012) - Where to Watch

Audience Score
80

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Here are a few key details about the NHK BS Premium series. Originally premiering January 8th, 2012, "Taira no Kiyomori" stars Kenichi Matsuyama, Kiichi Nakai, Shota Matsuda, Arata Iura. The show spans 1 season(s) and currently holds a 80/100 rating on TMDb, which was calculated from reviews from 10 engaged users.

Wondering what the series is about? Here’s the plot: "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."