Core Kyoto - Season 5 Episode 2 Kyoto State Guest House: Hospitality Imbued with Beauty and Craftsmanship
The Kyoto State Guest House was built as a Japanese-style reception facility within the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park in 2005. This serene, elegant single-story facility hosts dignitaries from around the world. As of 2016 it is now open to the public year-round. Seasoned Kyoto craftsmen in traditional architecture and the industrial arts applied their expertise to imbue it with the ultimate in hospitality. Discover another facet to Kyoto sensibilities through their impeccable attention to detail.
Year: 2025
Genre: Documentary
Country: Japan
Studio: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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Cast: Gary Tegler
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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: 18.98
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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Episode
Ohara: A Mountain Village Echoing with Buddhist Chants
Kyoto State Guest House: Hospitality Imbued with Beauty and Craftsmanship
Public Baths: People Gather to Wash Their Troubles Away
Kitayama Cedar: Lending a Quality of Polished Dignity and Beauty
The Culture of Incense: The Wafting Scents of an Ageless Pleasure
Kyoto Tofu: Subtle Taste Nourished by Skill and Pride
Modern Kyoto: The Ancient Capital's Aesthetics Shape the Future
Potter Kanjiro Kawai: Freely Creating a Homely Warmth
The Art of Cleaning: Maintaining the Ancient Capital's Beauty
Nenbutsu Kyogen: Buddhist Teachings Behind Masked Theater
The Custom of Wrapping: Conveying Hidden Sentiments
Nishiki Market: Kyoto's Thriving Kitchen
Gion Matsuri Floats: The Pride of Generations Revived
Ayu Sweetfish: A Summer Delicacy with Culture
Hidari-daimonji: Flames of Prayer to the Other Side
Kyoto Braided Cords: Bit Players That Shine
Footwear Culture: Dressing the Feet for Form and Function
Zuiki Matsuri: A Celebration of the Local Harvests
Ink Paintings: Insights into the Heart of Zen
Kyoto Snacks: Sweets and Treats for Everyday People