Season 1

Season 1 episodes2013-02-28

Season 1

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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Episodes

Season 1

Episode 1

Kyo-machiya: Connecting People's Hearts

28m

Episode 2

Kaiseki-ryori : The Ultimate in Culinary Hospitality

28m

Episode 3

Buddhist Statues: Figures of Belief and Beauty

28m

Episode 4

Hanami: Kyoto's Cherry Viewing Festivities in the Spring

28m

Episode 5

Japanese-style Paintings: The Breathing World of Beauty

28m

Episode 6

Kyoto Lodgings: Hearty Consideration That Soothes Travelers

28m

Episode 7

Kagai: Kyoto's Flower District Where Elegant Dreams Bloom

28m

Episode 8

Aoi Matsuri: A Dynastic Festival in the Presence of the Deities

28m

Episode 9

Chanoyu: A Bowl of Tea Draws Hearts Together

28m

Episode 10

Gion Matsuri: The Spirit of the Townspeople During Summer's Grand Festival

28m

Episode 11

Shojin-ryori: Zen Cuisine as Training Within the Teachings

28m

Episode 12

Water Traditions: The Old Capital's Rich Natural Blessings

28m

Episode 13

Kyo-shikki: The Jet-black, Golden Beauty of Kyoto Lacquerware

28m

Episode 14

Karesansui: The Zen Cosmos in a Garden for Spiritual Training

28m

Episode 15

Nishijin-ori: Beauty Crystallized in a Kyoto Brocade

28m

Episode 16

Shinise: Established Businesses Survive the Centuries

28m

Episode 17

The Changing Leaves: The Transient Fall Beauty of the Ancient Capital

28m