Core Kyoto - Season 4 Episode 5 Obi: Unbridled Beauty in a Knot
The obi sash is an integral accessory for the kimono. One company has produced opulent Nishijin-ori obi for more than 120 years. A lady conveys the obi's allure through fitting classes. A dresser deftly ties the trailing obi of the Gion maiko. Fastened with a decorative cord, the obi is the final touch in a kimono ensemble. Its form manifests the obi's rich history and the sentiments of the people who produce or tie them. Discover the profound world hiding in a beautiful obi and its knot.
Year: 2025
Genre: Documentary
Country: Japan
Studio: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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Cast: Gary Tegler
Crew:
First Air Date: Feb 28, 2013
Last Air date: Jan 16, 2025
Season: 13 Season
Episode: 222 Episode
Runtime: 28 minutes
IMDb: 5.00/10 by 1.00 users
Popularity: 17.19
Language: Japanese, English
Keyword : tradition, way of life, arts and culture, culture, kyoto, japan, japanese folklore, arts and crafts, history of japan, japanese cuisine, food culture, craftsmanship, japanese culture
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Obi: Unbridled Beauty in a Knot
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Yase Shamenchi Odori: A Dance of Gratitude
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