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The Monks of War
November 25, 2021
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Season 6, Episode 18: The Monks of War
A depiction of Benkei, whose already considerable height was made more intimidating by the stilt sandals he preferred to wear. Source: Public Domain
Benkei and Yoshitsune enoying the spring sakura (cherry blossoms) together. Benkei is kneeling on the left. Source: Public Domain
A famous painting of Minamoto Yoshitsune and Benkei’s duel on the Goto Bridge in Heian-kyo. Source: Public Domain
A rather cute statue on modern-day Gojo Bridge depicting Benkei and Minamoto Yoshitsune’s duel. Source: Another Believer, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Fujiwara Troubles
February 8, 2021
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Nara
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Season 4
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Season 4, Episode 11: Fujiwara Troubles
A diagram of Fujiwara Nakamaro’s failed attempt at rebellion. Source: Bamse, CC BY-SA 4.0
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