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Core Kyoto
Season 13 · Episode 6
Shotengai: Bustling Shopping Streets Reflect Their Neighborhood
0.028mMay 15, 2025
The city's around 150 shopping areas manifest the diversity of the local culture. Some are reinventing themselves to, once again, become the focus of the community as well as handle overtourism.
Episodes
- Episode 1Alleyways: The Age-Old Wisdom of Town Planning
- Episode 2Fall in Saga-Arashiyama: The Beauty and Colors of Change
- Episode 3Bows and Arrows: Averting Trouble and Drawing Happiness
- Episode 4Shamisen: The Reverberating Tones of Passion and Tradition
- Episode 5Raden: The Iridescent Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
- Episode 6Shotengai: Bustling Shopping Streets Reflect Their Neighborhood
- Episode 7Traditional Roofing: Glittering Tiles Catch the Eyes
- Episode 8Matsunoo Taisha Festival: Local Residents' Prayers Bind the Community
- Episode 9Proprietresses: Keeping Heritage Businesses Alive and Inspired
- Episode 10Handcrafted Bags: Embodiment of the Artisans' Passion and Attention to Detail
- Episode 11Tea Kettles: A Universe Within the Iron
- Episode 12Ethereal Lanterns: Lighting the Cityscape of the Ancient Capital
- Episode 13Trends in Footwear: Health, Beauty and Functionality Born from Tradition
- Episode 14Natto: The Authentic Umami of Fermented Soybeans
- Episode 15Handcrafted Accessories: Refined Beauty Adds Life to Any Outfit
- Episode 16Fish Paste Foods: Tradition Shapes the Bounty of the Sea
- Episode 17The Autumn Moon: Gratitude and Prayers for Bountiful Harvests
- Episode 18Repair & Restoration: A Respect for Objects and Memories
- Episode 19Foreign Residents: Infusing New Life into Tradition