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It Was a Faint Dream
あさき夢みし
Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.
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1250 → 1299
Primary placement confidence: high. Importance on the World History timeline: 4/5.
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