The Hein Dynasty lasted between 794-1184. The Japanese nobles and imperial court moved it’s capital from Nara to the the Hein in the end of the 700’s. The people in the court spent days writing poetry and painting due to the fact that they held no real power. They had a lot of time on their hands, during the Hein period rulers dictated everything that the people did. Records of this period are kept in novels, diaries, and essays. The Japanese government was strong, although they would be challenged. Normally they were challenged by landowners and clan chiefs/local rulers. The Fujuwara family maintained power until the 11th century. Landowners had armies which turned the country side dangerous, because the soldiers would target farmers and travelers. Farmers and landowners paid warlords for protection. The warlords gained much power, which lead to the beginning of localized rule. ​
Heian/Fujiwara
