Core Kyoto - Season 8 - Eps 11: Ogawa Jihei Gardens: Beauty Soothes and Nourishes the Soul

2020-10-0128 min⭐ 5/10

From the late 1800's to the early 1900's, dominant political and business figures owned villas in neighborhoods at the foot of the Higashiyama mountains. Many of their gardens were built by the pioneer of the modern Japanese garden, Ogawa Jihei VII. While Kyoto's cityscape was transforming after the fall of feudalism, Jihei designed spaces of comfort in a desire to return Kyoto to its glory days of scenic beauty. Discover natural spaces of calculated beauty that offer solace during the pandemic.

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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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