Core Kyoto
2013
Published on, 2 months ago
Core Kyoto
Water Traditions: The Old Capital's Rich Natural Blessings 1 Season 12 Episode
28 min
2013
Published on, 2 months ago
Kyoto has many mountain springs, rivers and groundwater. The capital relocated here about 1,200 years ago for the water supply that enriched the citizens' lives and gave rise to Kyoto's culture. Farmers grow vegetables in the fertile delta. Craftspeople continue the kurozome dying traditions. A namafu wheat-gluten store relies on quality groundwater. Supporting them are well sinkers with an extensive knowledge of groundwater arteries. Ever grateful, the locals use water as their livelihood.
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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