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Core Kyoto
Season 2 · Episode 19
Kyoto Gardens: Aesthetic Spaces Mirror Nature
0.028mNovember 20, 2014
The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program. Today: Kyoto Gardens as aesthetic spaces mirroring nature.
Episodes
- Episode 1Kyoto Confections: Experiencing Kyoto Culture Through the Five Senses
- Episode 2A Washi Capital: Paper of Diverse Beauty and Use for City Life
- Episode 3Obanzai: The Frugal Wisdom of Kyoto's Home Cooking
- Episode 4Ikebana: Revealing the Full Potential of Flowers
- Episode 5Calligraphy: Elegance Within a Black-and-white Universe
- Episode 6Kin-butsudan: Faith Shines Brilliant in Craft That Embodies Nirvana
- Episode 7Rimpa: An Artistic Style Transcending Time
- Episode 8Bamboo Culture: New Life in Spring Enriches the Ancient Capital
- Episode 9Kyo-yuzen: Garments of Beauty Radiate Elegance
- Episode 10Kyoto Dolls: Adored by All, Their Grace Brings Peace
- Episode 11Buddhist Architecture: Craftsmanship Unites Places of Worship
- Episode 12Fitting for the Deities: Sacred Ornamentation Purifies and Elevates
- Episode 13Kyoto Vegetables: Nature's Blessings Provide Fine Food for the Ancient Capital
- Episode 14Legends of the Spirit World: The Mysterious Inspires Awe in the Townsfolk
- Episode 15Gozan-no-okuribi: Ceremonial Bonfires Give Ancestors Safe Passage
- Episode 16Fushimi Inari Taisha: A Manifestation of Prayers to the Deities on the Mountain
- Episode 17Noh: A Spiritual Performing Art Bridging Fantasy and Reality
- Episode 18Dynastic Culture: The Graceful Form of the Heian Aristocracy
- Episode 19Kyoto Gardens: Aesthetic Spaces Mirror Nature
- Episode 20Shinise Food Culture: The Taste of Kyoto Links Past and Present