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From 2013 to present
· TMDBDocumentary
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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Season 1Specials3 episodes
- S00E01The Beauty and Skill in Tradition2023-11-12✓
- S00E02Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri2024-09-14✓
- S00E03The Cultural Heart of Zen2025-10-19✓
Season 117 episodes
- S01E01Kyo-machiya: Connecting People's Hearts2013-02-28
- S01E02Kaiseki-ryori : The Ultimate in Culinary Hospitality2013-04-04
- S01E03Buddhist Statues: Figures of Belief and Beauty2013-04-18
- S01E04Hanami: Kyoto's Cherry Viewing Festivities in the Spring2013-05-16
- S01E05Japanese-style Paintings: The Breathing World of Beauty2013-06-06
- S01E06Kyoto Lodgings: Hearty Consideration That Soothes Travelers2013-06-13
- S01E07Kagai: Kyoto's Flower District Where Elegant Dreams Bloom2013-06-20
- S01E08Aoi Matsuri: A Dynastic Festival in the Presence of the Deities2013-07-04
Season 220 episodes
- S02E01Kyoto Confections: Experiencing Kyoto Culture Through the Five Senses2014-01-16
- S02E02A Washi Capital: Paper of Diverse Beauty and Use for City Life2014-02-06
- S02E03Obanzai: The Frugal Wisdom of Kyoto's Home Cooking2014-02-20
- S02E04Ikebana: Revealing the Full Potential of Flowers2014-03-27
- S02E05Calligraphy: Elegance Within a Black-and-white Universe2014-04-03
- S02E06Kin-butsudan: Faith Shines Brilliant in Craft That Embodies Nirvana2014-04-17
- S02E07Rimpa: An Artistic Style Transcending Time2014-05-01
- S02E08
Season 320 episodes
- S03E01The 10 Artisans of Senke: Tea Utensils Heighten Rustic Simplicity2015-01-08
- S03E02Kyoto Tsukemono: Pickles Enhance a Meal's Taste2015-01-22
- S03E03Setsubun: Out with the Demons and in with Fortune in the Spring2015-02-26
- S03E04Kyoto Sake: A Mellow Taste That Enriches Kyoto Life2015-03-19
- S03E05The World of Kimono: Kyoto's Timeless Sense of Beauty2015-04-02
- S03E06Kyoto's Cafe Culture: A Cup Full of Local Hospitality2015-04-16
- S03E07Belief in Kannon: The God of Mercy Redeems All2015-05-07
- S03E08
Season 420 episodes
- S04E01Kyo-yaki: Kyoto Ceramics Charm and Delight the Beholder2016-01-07
- S04E02Suiseki: A World of Understated Beauty Within Natural Stone2016-01-21
- S04E03Kyo-Kanoko Shibori: Untying the Beauty Bound Within2016-02-18
- S04E04Small Restaurants: A Full, Rich Experience While Sipping Sake2016-03-03
- S04E05Obi: Unbridled Beauty in a Knot2016-04-07
- S04E06Traditional Musical Instruments: Eternal Tones Waft Through the Ancient Capital2016-04-21
- S04E07Woodblock Prints: Beauty in the Hands of a Trinity of Artists2016-05-05
- S04E08
Season 520 episodes
- S05E01Ohara: A Mountain Village Echoing with Buddhist Chants2017-01-12
- S05E02Kyoto State Guest House: Hospitality Imbued with Beauty and Craftsmanship2017-01-26
- S05E03Public Baths: People Gather to Wash Their Troubles Away2017-02-16
- S05E04Kitayama Cedar: Lending a Quality of Polished Dignity and Beauty2017-03-02
- S05E05The Culture of Incense: The Wafting Scents of an Ageless Pleasure2017-04-06
- S05E06Kyoto Tofu: Subtle Taste Nourished by Skill and Pride2017-04-20
- S05E07Modern Kyoto: The Ancient Capital's Aesthetics Shape the Future2017-05-04
- S05E08
Season 620 episodes
- S06E01Kurama: Mystical Land of Legends2018-01-11
- S06E02Fabric Pieces: Honoring the Past2018-01-25
- S06E03Celebrating the New Year: With Reverence and Gratitude2018-02-01
- S06E04An Artistic Lineage: Nurturing a Painting Tradition2018-03-15
- S06E05Bubuzuke: A Dish Inspired by Frugality2018-04-05
- S06E06Maiko Hair Ornaments: A Classical Culture of Kawaii2018-04-19
- S06E07Yasurai Matsuri: Town Elders' Prayers Embodied in Flowers and Dance2018-05-03
- S06E08Dynastic Arts & Crafts: The Pursuit of Heian Peace and Beauty
Season 713 episodes
- S07E01Sagano: A Sense of Transience in an Age-old Retreat2019-01-17
- S07E02Modern Civil Architecture: A Strikingly Eclectic Heritage2019-02-07
- S07E03Kyoto's Bakery Culture: Testament to the Ancient Capital's Modernity2019-02-21
- S07E04The Minamiza Theatre: In the Spiritual Home of Kabuki2019-03-28
- S07E05Kyoto Storefronts: Enticements to Enter Within2019-04-04
- S07E06Amida Buddha: Prayers for Guidance to the Pure Land2019-05-16
- S07E07Kyoto-style Sushi: Artful, Beautiful and Delicious2019-06-20
- S07E08
Season 816 episodes
- S08E01New Wave Dyeing: The Challenge for Innovation Within Tradition2020-01-30
- S08E02Popular Noh: A Spiritual Art Fosters Connections2020-02-06
- S08E03The Culture of Gift Giving: Beautiful Etiquette Strengthens Relationships2020-03-05
- S08E04Bamboo Innovation: Creative, Pliable and Sustainable2020-04-02
- S08E05Kyoto Accessories: Wearable Works of Art2020-04-16
- S08E06Kyoto Glasswork: The Elegant Sparkle of Craftsmanship2020-05-07
- S08E07Kyoto Amulets: The Embodiment of Prayers for Happiness2020-08-06
- S08E08
Season 917 episodes
- S09E01Conversations: A Nishijin Textile Producer & An Architect2021-01-21
- S09E02The Forests of Keihoku: Nature's Blessings Sustain the Ancient Capital2021-02-04
- S09E03Conversations: The Enduring Pride of Two Venerable Families2021-02-18
- S09E04Life in a Machiya: The Appreciation of Nature and Time2021-03-18
- S09E05Tango Chirimen: The Finest Texture in Silk Crepe2021-04-29
- S09E06Conversations: A Landscape Gardener and a Glass Artist2021-05-06
- S09E07Okudo-san: Traditional Cooking Stoves2021-05-13
- S09E08
Season 1023 episodes
- S10E01Woven Gold and Silver: A World of Shimmering Patterns2022-01-06
- S10E02Conversations: A Living Museum of Modern Architecture2022-01-20
- S10E03Writing Implements: Modern Elegance in Traditional Stationery2022-02-03
- S10E04Kyoto's Countryside: Compassion for Nature and its Blessings2022-02-10
- S10E05Conversations: The Power of Women in Decorative Arts2022-02-17
- S10E06Gateways: Sacred Demarcations that Repel Evil2022-03-03
- S10E07Buddhist Bells of Prayer: A Universe of Sound Cleanses the Heart2022-03-17
- S10E08
Season 1118 episodes
- S11E01Rice Straw: Beauty Within the Prayers of Daily Life2023-02-16
- S11E02Antiques: Beauty Engendered by the Passage of Time2023-03-02
- S11E03Samurai Armor: The Dignified Aesthetics of the Warrior Class2023-03-16
- S11E04Miso: Fermentation, the Taste of Kyoto2023-04-13
- S11E05Minamiyamashiro: The Buddhist Treasures of a Remote Region2023-04-20
- S11E06Rethinking Buddhism: Uniting Modern Society with Compassion2023-05-04
- S11E07Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colors of Prayer Revived2023-05-18
- S11E08
Season 1217 episodes
- S12E01Cooking Utensils: Craftwork Ensures the Future of Traditional Cuisine2024-01-25
- S12E02Ramen Culture: The Continuous Evolution of Diverse Taste2024-02-15
- S12E03Mounting Techniques: The Masters of Refined Presentation and Rejuvenation2024-03-07
- S12E04Joinery: Wood Comes Alive in the Finer Details2024-04-11
- S12E05Ceramic Painters: A New Perspective to Mastering the Art2024-04-25
- S12E06The Tale of Genji: Elegance That Transcends the Ages2024-05-09
- S12E07Versatile Oil: Smoothing the Way in Everyday Life2024-05-30
- S12E08
Season 1319 episodes
- S13E01Alleyways: The Age-Old Wisdom of Town Planning2025-01-16
- S13E02Fall in Saga-Arashiyama: The Beauty and Colors of Change2025-01-23
- S13E03Bows and Arrows: Averting Trouble and Drawing Happiness2025-02-27
- S13E04Shamisen: The Reverberating Tones of Passion and Tradition2025-03-20
- S13E05Raden: The Iridescent Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay2025-04-10
- S13E06Shotengai: Bustling Shopping Streets Reflect Their Neighborhood2025-05-15
- S13E07Traditional Roofing: Glittering Tiles Catch the Eyes2025-05-29
- S13E08
Season 148 episodes
- S14E01Bonsai: Harmonious Beauty and Eternal Life2026-01-29
- S14E02Taitan Cooking: Steeped in the Full Flavor of Dashi Stock2026-02-12
- S14E03Tsukemono: Vegetable Pickles Embody Wisdom and Expertise2026-03-05
- S14E04Plasterers: Artisanal Beauty in Traditional Earthen Walls2026-04-16
- S14E05Morning Tourism: Leisurely Activities to Clear the Mind2026-04-30
- S14E06Tales of Sakura: Radiant Pink Blooms Reflect the Heart2026-05-28
- S14E07The Art World's Genealogy: Respect for Creative Predecessors2026-06-11
- S14E08