Core Kyoto
tv show

227 total episodes
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13 seasons
First Aired February 28, 2013
Genres:
Overview
The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

Wire Netting Utensils: Practical, Superbly Handwoven Beauty
Season 9 - Episode 11 - 0h 28m
Air Date
September 02, 2021
Overview
Wire netting techniques originated over 1,000 years ago in netting to repel birds and religious altar fittings and treasures, such as sutra receptacles. The intricate geometrical patterns can only be created by hand. Today the craft is mostly used in cooking utensils. Kyoto once had 30 workshops, but a handful remain in operation. Discover the world of wire netting through the efforts of a father-son team looking to keep the traditional craft alive through revolutionary advances in technology.