Core Kyoto S12E05 · Ceramic Painters: A New Perspective to Mastering the Art

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Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labor. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colors, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.

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1. 1 1. Cooking Utensils: Craftwork Ensures the Future of Traditional Cuisine2024-01-25 · 28mCooking utensils influence Kyoto cuisine, helping to bring out the inherent flavor of local ingredients. Artisans and chefs believe that upholding the handicrafts sustains the tast
2. 2 2. Ramen Culture: The Continuous Evolution of Diverse Taste2024-02-15 · 28mKyoto is not all traditional cuisine. It has become one of Japan's leading ramen hubs thanks to being a student town. Tastes evolve and flavors change as restaurants strive to sati
3. 3 3. Mounting Techniques: The Masters of Refined Presentation and Rejuvenation2024-03-07 · 28mPaintings and calligraphy are often mounted on sliding doors and scrolls. Artisans consider the story behind each piece and the client's wishes to best showcase the artwork.
4. 4 4. Joinery: Wood Comes Alive in the Finer Details2024-04-11 · 28mTraditional carpentry employs wooden joinery in furnishings to fit pieces of wood together without use of metal nails. Artisans breathe new life into the wood, imbuing a Kyoto aest
5. 5 5. Ceramic Painters: A New Perspective to Mastering the Art2024-04-25 · 28mKyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labor. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colors, gaining much attention in the
6. 6 6. The Tale of Genji: Elegance That Transcends the Ages2024-05-09 · 28mThis 11th-century novel is set in the imperial court. As a work of literature and paintings, it captured people's hearts, profoundly influencing the culture of the ancient capital
7. 7 7. Versatile Oil: Smoothing the Way in Everyday Life2024-05-30 · 28mKyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago. Various oils fueled votive lamps, flavored food, preserved wood, and were used in pomade and cosmetics. Oil still plays a key role i
8. 8 8. Essayist Omura Shige: The Life and Compassion of a Quintessential Kyotoite2024-06-13 · 28mOmura Shige (1918-1999) wrote about daily life and the treasured customs of Kyoto, and introduced the Kyoto style of home cooking, called Obanzai, to people throughout Japan in her
9. 9 9. Festival Horses: Galloping for the Deities in Shinto Rituals2024-06-27 · 28mHorses take center stage in the ancient capital's events, such as two May festivals—Aoi Matsuri boasting ornate historical attire and the 1,200-year-old Fujinomori-sai.
10. 10 10. Modern Fashion: A New Wave of Style Born from Tradition2024-07-11 · 28mFor centuries, Kyoto has been the hub of kimono fashion, spawning the weaving and dyeing industries. Today, designers take inspiration from traditional styles and techniques to cre
11. 11 11. Kemari: An Ancient Football Game Played for Eternity2024-08-15 · 28mIn Kemari, players kick a ball into the air and strive to keep it off the ground. They master the mentality, skill, and conduct of the game, now played as a wish for peace througho
12. 12 12. Lake Biwa Canal: A Nearby Lake Boosts Life in the Ancient Capital2024-08-29 · 28mIn 1869, the emperor's move to Tokyo led Kyoto's economy and population into decline. A canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power
13. 13 13. The Central Wholesale Market: Discerning Eyes Keep Food Culture Alive2024-10-10 · 28mJapan's first central wholesale market, goes beyond mere distribution. With strong ties to local chefs and producers, it plays a major role in training professional connoisseurs.
14. 14 14. Ancient Daigo-ji: A Temple Takes its Treasures and Lore into the Future2024-10-24 · 28mThis UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluati
15. 15 15. Traditional Books: Age-old Wisdom Conveyed in Print2024-11-14 · 28mThe desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper. Artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsim
16. 16 16. Diversity in Plants: The Radiance of Life in Daily Life2024-11-28 · 28mFlora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for
17. 17 17. Tayama Hana Odori: Deities Nurture Community Ties2024-12-12 · 28mThe Tayama Hana Odori is held to pray for rain in Minamiyamashiro, a major Uji tea producer. The village is facing depopulation, and this festival brings long-time locals and newco