When did Core Kyoto Season 2 Episode 8 air?
Core Kyoto Season 2 Episode 8 aired on May 15, 2014.
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 2 · Episode 8
Bamboo Culture: New Life in Spring Enriches the Ancient Capital
May 15, 2014·28m
Kyoto has long-been a leading bamboo-growing region. Bamboo was considered holy in ancient times for its strong vitality. It is used at shrines and palaces as the barrier between the sacred and secular worlds. Gagaku music for the deities is played on bamboo instruments. Since Heian times, this durable, pliable material was important in the development of Japanese architecture in Kyoto, such as garden gates and fences. Bamboo also appears in various capacities in the diet and clothing of Kyoto.
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How long is Core Kyoto Season 2 Episode 8?
This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.
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