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Core Kyoto

Core Kyoto

2013Returning Series14 Seasons240 Episodes5.0TMDB
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

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 3 · Episode 20

Folding Screens: Refined Furnishings Enhance Their Surroundings

Dec 3, 2015·28m

Byobu, or folding screens, were introduced to Japan in the 7th century as room partitions and windbreaks. Their distinct form today was shaped by Heian lifestyles and sensibilities, and they were elevated to an art form. Byobu are used to indicate the seasons. Gold screens grace formal receptions. Japanese artists are still drawn to them as a medium, and they produce byobu for religious and secular uses. Mounters uphold age-old techniques to restore them. Discover the profound allure of byobu.

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When did Core Kyoto Season 3 Episode 20 air?

Core Kyoto Season 3 Episode 20 aired on December 3, 2015.

How long is Core Kyoto Season 3 Episode 20?

This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.

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