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Takaiko FUJIWARA
Takaiko Fujiwara was a noblewoman of the Heian period. She was known for her long, black hair, which was said to be so long that she could sit on it. She was also a skilled poet and musician.
One day, Takaiko was walking in the garden when she saw a beautiful young man. She was immediately smitten, and the two of them began to meet in secret. However, their love was forbidden, and they were eventually caught. Takaiko's father was furious, and he had the young man killed.
Takaiko was heartbroken, and she vowed to avenge her lover's death. She disguised herself as a man and joined the army, where she quickly rose through the ranks. She eventually became a general, and she led her troops to victory in many battles.
After the war, Takaiko returned to her home and retired from public life. She devoted her remaining years to poetry and music, and she is remembered as one of the greatest poets of the Heian period.
Takaiko's story is a classic tale of forbidden love and revenge. It is a story of passion, loss, and redemption. It is a story that has been told for centuries, and it will continue to be