The ancient Aoi Matsuri festival in Kyoto has a 1,500-year history, transforming from a harvest guarantee and deity appeasement ritual into a grand celebration steeped in cultural tradition.
1. Kyo-machiya: Connecting People's Hearts
Aired: Feb 28, 2013A team of skilled craftsmen in Kyoto work to preserve traditional kyo-machiya...
2. Kaiseki-ryori: The Ultimate in Culinary Hospitality
Aired: Apr 4, 2013The allure of Kyoto's traditional kaiseki-ryori cuisine is explored, its intr...
3. Buddhist Statues: Figures of Belief and Beauty
Aired: Apr 18, 2013Exploring the vibrant city of Kyoto, we find ourselves surrounded by 2,700 te...
4. Hanami: Kyoto's Cherry Viewing Festivities in the Spring
Aired: May 16, 2013The next episode delves into the 1,200-year-old tradition of hanami, or cherr...
5. Japanese Paintings: The Breathing World of Beauty
Aired: Jun 6, 2013Japanese-style paintings, a quintessential embodiment of Kyoto aesthetics, sh...
6. Kyoto Lodgings: Hearty Consideration That Soothes Travelers
Aired: Jun 13, 2013Discover the serene beauty and rich heritage of Kyoto's traditional guesthous...
7. Kagai: Kyoto's Flower District Where Elegant Dreams Bloom
Aired: Jun 20, 2013In the heart of the bustling Kagai district, the ozashiki function takes cent...
8. Aoi Matsuri: A Dynastic Festival in the Presence of Deities
Aired: Jul 4, 2013The ancient Aoi Matsuri festival in Kyoto has a 1,500-year history, transform...
9. Chanoyu: A Bowl of Tea Draws Hearts Together
Aired: Jul 18, 2013The next episode explores the rich heritage of Japan's traditional tea ceremo...
10. Gion Matsuri: The Spirit of the Townspeople During Summer's Grand Festival
Aired: Aug 15, 2013The Gion Matsuri festival, a centuries-old tradition, has evolved from a pray...
11. Shojin-ryori: Zen Cuisine as Training Within the Teachings
Aired: Sep 5, 2013A monk named Dogen introduces shojin-ryori, a vegetarian cuisine, from China ...
12. Water Traditions: The Old Capital's Rich Natural Blessings
Aired: Sep 19, 2013Kyoto's water resources played a pivotal role in shaping the city's culture a...
13. Kyo-shikki: The Jet-Black, Golden Beauty of Kyoto Lacquerware
Aired: Oct 3, 2013Innovation in lacquerware craftsmanship in Kyoto surged as artisans responded...
14. Karesansui: The Zen Cosmos in a Garden for Spiritual Training
Aired: Oct 17, 2013The next episode delves into the serene and meditative world of Karesansui, a...
15. Nishijin-Ori: Beauty Crystallized in a Kyoto Brocade
Aired: Nov 7, 2013The next episode delves into the art of obi-weaving, showcasing the meticulou...
16. Shinise: Established Businesses Survive the Centuries
Aired: Dec 5, 2013Ancient Kyoto is the focus of the next episode, featuring over 1,100 long-sta...
17. The Changing Leaves: The Transient Fall Beauty of the Ancient Capital
Aired: Dec 19, 2013Kyoto is bathed in a kaleidoscope of colors as the city's vibrant fall foliag...
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Seasons: 13
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Production Country: Japan
Genres:Documentary
