Season 2

Season 2 episodes2014-01-16

Season 2

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 2

Episode 1

Kyoto Confections: Experiencing Kyoto Culture Through the Five Senses

28m

Episode 2

A Washi Capital: Paper of Diverse Beauty and Use for City Life

28m

Episode 3

Obanzai: The Frugal Wisdom of Kyoto's Home Cooking

28m

Episode 4

Ikebana: Revealing the Full Potential of Flowers

28m

Episode 5

Calligraphy: Elegance Within a Black-and-white Universe

28m

Episode 6

Kin-butsudan: Faith Shines Brilliant in Craft That Embodies Nirvana

28m

Episode 7

Rimpa: An Artistic Style Transcending Time

28m

Episode 8

Bamboo Culture: New Life in Spring Enriches the Ancient Capital

28m

Episode 9

Kyo-yuzen: Garments of Beauty Radiate Elegance

28m

Episode 10

Kyoto Dolls: Adored by All, Their Grace Brings Peace

28m

Episode 11

Buddhist Architecture: Craftsmanship Unites Places of Worship

28m

Episode 12

Fitting for the Deities: Sacred Ornamentation Purifies and Elevates

28m

Episode 13

Kyoto Vegetables: Nature's Blessings Provide Fine Food for the Ancient Capital

28m

Episode 14

Legends of the Spirit World: The Mysterious Inspires Awe in the Townsfolk

28m

Episode 15

Gozan-no-okuribi: Ceremonial Bonfires Give Ancestors Safe Passage

28m

Episode 16

Fushimi Inari Taisha: A Manifestation of Prayers to the Deities on the Mountain

28m

Episode 17

Noh: A Spiritual Performing Art Bridging Fantasy and Reality

28m

Episode 18

Dynastic Culture: The Graceful Form of the Heian Aristocracy

28m

Episode 19

Kyoto Gardens: Aesthetic Spaces Mirror Nature

28m

Episode 20

Shinise Food Culture: The Taste of Kyoto Links Past and Present

28m