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EP1 Cooking Utensils: Craftwork Ensures the Future of Traditional Cuisine Jan 25, 2024

Cooking utensils influence Kyoto cuisine, helping to bring out the inherent flavor of local ingredients. Artisans and chefs believe that upholding the handicrafts sustains the taste of Kyoto.

EP2 Ramen Culture: The Continuous Evolution of Diverse Taste Feb 15, 2024

Kyoto is not all traditional cuisine. It has become one of Japan's leading ramen hubs thanks to being a student town. Tastes evolve and flavors change as restaurants strive to satisfy clientele.

EP3 Mounting Techniques: The Masters of Refined Presentation and Rejuvenation Mar 07, 2024

Paintings and calligraphy are often mounted on sliding doors and scrolls. Artisans consider the story behind each piece and the client's wishes to best showcase the artwork.

EP4 Joinery: Wood Comes Alive in the Finer Details Apr 11, 2024

Traditional carpentry employs wooden joinery in furnishings to fit pieces of wood together without use of metal nails. Artisans breathe new life into the wood, imbuing a Kyoto aesthetic as they work.

EP5 Ceramic Painters: A New Perspective to Mastering the Art Apr 25, 2024

Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labor. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colors, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.

EP6 The Tale of Genji: Elegance That Transcends the Ages May 09, 2024

This 11th-century novel is set in the imperial court. As a work of literature and paintings, it captured people's hearts, profoundly influencing the culture of the ancient capital for a millennium.

EP7 Versatile Oil: Smoothing the Way in Everyday Life May 30, 2024

Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago. Various oils fueled votive lamps, flavored food, preserved wood, and were used in pomade and cosmetics. Oil still plays a key role in the culture today.

EP8 Essayist Omura Shige: The Life and Compassion of a Quintessential Kyotoite Jun 13, 2024

Omura Shige (1918-1999) wrote about daily life and the treasured customs of Kyoto, and introduced the Kyoto style of home cooking, called Obanzai, to people throughout Japan in her writings.

EP9 Festival Horses: Galloping for the Deities in Shinto Rituals Jun 27, 2024

Horses take center stage in the ancient capital's events, such as two May festivals—Aoi Matsuri boasting ornate historical attire and the 1,200-year-old Fujinomori-sai.

EP10 Modern Fashion: A New Wave of Style Born from Tradition Jul 11, 2024

For centuries, Kyoto has been the hub of kimono fashion, spawning the weaving and dyeing industries. Today, designers take inspiration from traditional styles and techniques to create everyday attire.

EP11 Kemari: An Ancient Football Game Played for Eternity Aug 15, 2024

In Kemari, players kick a ball into the air and strive to keep it off the ground. They master the mentality, skill, and conduct of the game, now played as a wish for peace throughout the nation.

EP12 Lake Biwa Canal: A Nearby Lake Boosts Life in the Ancient Capital Aug 29, 2024

In 1869, the emperor's move to Tokyo led Kyoto's economy and population into decline. A canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power and boosts tourism.

EP13 The Central Wholesale Market: Discerning Eyes Keep Food Culture Alive Oct 10, 2024

Japan's first central wholesale market, goes beyond mere distribution. With strong ties to local chefs and producers, it plays a major role in training professional connoisseurs.

EP14 Ancient Daigo-ji: A Temple Takes its Treasures and Lore into the Future Oct 24, 2024

This UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluation and designation.

EP15 Traditional Books: Age-old Wisdom Conveyed in Print Nov 14, 2024

The desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper. Artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

EP16 Diversity in Plants: The Radiance of Life in Daily Life Nov 28, 2024

Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity.

8| 0h30m| NR| en| More Info

Released: 28 February 2013 Returning Series

Producted By: NHK Enterprises

Country: Japan

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Official Website: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/corekyoto

Synopsis

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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