3 episodesFirst aired 12 November 2023
E1Nov 202344m
Over 1,200 years, Kyoto has evolved into a cultural capital, boasting superb crafts, cuisine and architecture. Narrator Gary Tegler reflects on 200 episodes of Core Kyoto and visits artisans at work.
E2Sept 202449m
Core Kyoto narrator Gary Tegler gets a close-up look at the Gion Matsuri, which began over 1,000 years ago, as he unravels the mystery of the decorations and meets the foreign volunteers.
E3Oct 202544m
The Zen school of Buddhism emphasizes the practice of zazen meditation as the path to enlightenment. The spirit of Zen flows through the gardens, art, cuisine and other aspects of Kyoto culture.