When did Core Kyoto Season 1 Episode 13 air?
Core Kyoto Season 1 Episode 13 aired on October 3, 2013.
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.
Season 1 · Episode 13
Kyo-shikki: The Jet-black, Golden Beauty of Kyoto Lacquerware
Oct 3, 2013·28m
As demand for lacquerware grew in the political and cultural hub of Kyoto, artisans refined their designs and techniques with a distinctive approach to aesthetic beauty. This became kyo-shikki, or Kyoto-style lacquerware. The maki-e drawing technique uses sprinkled gold dust on a jet-black background to reproduce dazzling Kyoto scenes. Modern sensibilities combined with traditional techniques produce innovative pieces. Lacquer and gold dust engender the lavish world of this traditional craft.
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How long is Core Kyoto Season 1 Episode 13?
This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.
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