JAPAN 50 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Taira Clan, Genpei War, Muromachi Period
Document Summary
Short story in 1411 written about y and b"s idealized lord-vassal relationship during the genpei wars chief retainer named benkei. Yoshitsune defeats the heike clan in the genpei war. After destroying the imperial court (heike), he is chased out of the capital. Benkei stayed in the womb for 18 months, his father the abbot wanted him crucified or drowned because he would be the enemy of the buddha. His aunt takes him back to the capital. Christened as oniwaka, stayed in sabkuramoto to become a scholar. Was somewhat violent, and got what he wanted due to his status and his family. An old diary prophesied the an eccentric person will come to mt. Learned that bishop turned against him leaves temple. Shaved his head and decided to become a monk. Benkei waited until night and stole swords from capital members. Had collected 999 swords and then went to tenjin shrine. Found a man with a very nice sword.
