Core Kyoto

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Core Kyoto
First Air Date	February 28, 2013
Last Air Date	August 27, 2026
Seasons	14
Episodes	251
Episode Runtime	28min
Language	Japanese, English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	Japan
Production Companies	NHK NHK Enterprises
Networks	NHK WORLD-JAPAN

S14E11

The Rain: Wisdom for Living with Nature's Blessing

To Japanese, rain is rarely a nuisance but a blessing that sustains life. From this notion emerged rituals; traditions in umbrellas, kimono, and confectionary; and the wisdom to prevent flooding.

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