Differences Between Yūgao And Aoi

Although Yūgao and Aoi come from completely different backgrounds and have different experiences, they both love Genji. However, there are many differences between Yūgao and Aoi. Yūgao has a pathetic childhood since her parents died when she was young, and she is in a lower status. Aoi is Genji's official wife, who is in a higher status, was born in a noble family.

Becasue of Rokujō's jealousness, Yūgao and Aoi died young, and the deaths are both attributed to Genji -they are both attacked by Rokujō's sprit. Nevertheless the way they died are different. Genji was there when Yūgao had been attacked by Rokujō's spirit, whereas Aoi had been possessed by Rokujō's spirit for awhile, and died after giving birth to Genji's son, and Genji did not