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The True Value Hidden in the Difficult History of the Chūkanpakuke (Middle-Ranking Regents) - The Birth of Makura no Sōshi
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- The NHK Taiga drama 'Hikaru Kimi e' (Shining for You) covers the tragic history of the Chūkanpakuke (Middle-Ranking Regents), who held the position of Kanpaku (Regent) for a short period, and reveals that their downfall was the catalyst for the birth of the immortal masterpiece 'Makura no Sōshi'.
- In particular, 'Makura no Sōshi', written by Murasaki Shikibu, is depicted in the drama as being written by Mashiro himself, and is expected to inspire viewers through the portrayal of the hardships of court life and the Shikibu's efforts to maintain her sense of humor.
- Through the historical event of the downfall of the Chūkanpakuke (Middle-Ranking Regents), the drama rediscovers the beauty and value of ancient culture, offers a new perspective on history, and delivers a message that awakens us to the true meaning of value.
Set during the Heian period, NHK's Taiga drama 'Shining Upon You' sheds light on the short and tragic history of the Chūkanpaku family, while also revealing the true value hidden within it. Fujiwara no Michinaga's younger brother, Donaga, and his son, Tokane, lost their positions as Kanpaku (chief advisor to the emperor) in just seven days, but their lives became the catalyst for the creation of 'Makura no Soshi' (The Pillow Book), a masterpiece of world literature.
In the drama, Yuriko Yoshitaka, who plays the role of Mahiru, is forced to watch as her family members lose their power and crumble. Even Tokane, who barely managed to become Kanpaku, collapses on his inauguration day and dies just seven days later. This brief glory of the Chūkanpaku family, limited to only two instances, has elicited feelings of sadness and regret from viewers.
However, it is in the shadow of this tragedy that 'Makura no Soshi,' written by Shikibu Murasaki, comes to shine. In the drama, Mahiru is depicted as the one who directly writes this work. Although the original novel remains unfinished, the drama raises the question of how it will be concluded, fueling viewers' curiosity.
Furthermore, viewers can anticipate gaining insights into the hardships of court life through Shikibu, who lived in the Kyoto Imperial Palace and cherished a love for Koshikibu. If the drama portrays her efforts to maintain a positive outlook despite adversity, it has the potential to create a truly moving scene.
Ultimately, the Chūkanpaku family fell into decline, but the irony is that this sorrowful history led to the birth of the timeless masterpiece, 'Makura no Soshi.' Through the characters and their relationships within the drama, viewers can rediscover the beauty and value of ancient culture. This drama, which has resonated not only within Japan but also globally, is prompting a fresh perspective on history and reminding us of true value in its purest form.
