noun
Hokke; northern branch of the Fujiwara clan
Historical term for the northern branch of the Fujiwara clan during the Heian period. Often contrasted with other Fujiwara branches such as 南家 (Nanke), 式家 (Shikike), and 京家 (Kyōke).
See also: 藤原四家
藤原四家の一つである北家は、平安時代に最も栄えた。
The Hokke, one of the four Fujiwara branches, flourished most during the Heian period.
From 北 (north) + 家 (house/family), referring to the northern branch of the Fujiwara clan.