TV series · 2021
Is The Heike Story based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Heike Story is based on the book The Tale of the Heike by Akashi Kakuichi and Fujiwara no Yukinaga.
The TV series premiered in 2021.
The book behind The Heike Story
The Tale of the Heike
by Akashi Kakuichi and Fujiwara no Yukinaga · gunki monogatari, epic
Japanese book compiled prior to 1330.
Common questions
Is The Heike Story based on a book?
Yes. The Heike Story is based on the book The Tale of the Heike by Akashi Kakuichi and Fujiwara no Yukinaga.
Who wrote the book The Heike Story is based on?
The Tale of the Heike was written by Akashi Kakuichi and Fujiwara no Yukinaga.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Tale of the Heike before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.