Core Kyoto - Season 5 - Eps 14: Ayu Sweetfish: A Summer Delicacy with Culture

2017-09-0728 min⭐ 5/10

In early summer, confectioners display traditional sweets shaped like ayu, or sweetfish. For Kyotoites, ayu is as important a summer fish as conger pike. For centuries, fresh seafood was limited in landlocked Kyoto, so ayu caught in the Kamo and Katsura Rivers was considered precious. So much so that according to 1,000-year-old records it was often gifted to the imperial court. Discover the rich culture inspired by this fresh summer delicacy that Kyotoites still cherish today.

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About Core Kyoto

Core Kyoto

Title: Core Kyoto

First Air Date: 2013-02-28

Last Air Date: 2025-01-23

Status: Returning Series

Rating: 5/10 (from 1 votes)

Language: EN

Seasons: 14

Total Episodes: 223

Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Genres: Documentary

Production Companies: NHK, NHK Enterprises

Synopsis

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

Cast

Gary Tegler

Gary Tegler

Self - Narrator (voice)

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