六条御息所の生き霊 · onryo · Kyoto

Lady Rokujō's Ikiryō

Lady Rokujō’s ikiryō, emerging from jealousy, represents the tragic consequences of unfulfilled love and rivalry. A character from 'The Tale of Genji', she manifests as a vengeful spirit, embodying the fury of a woman's wrath towards her romantic competitor.

Legend

In life, Lady Rokujō struggled with her passionate love for Genji but became tormented by his shifting affections. In death, her spirit continues to haunt and torment his new lovers, revealing her sadness and enhancing the complexities of love and revenge.