When did Core Kyoto Season 5 Episode 15 air?
Core Kyoto Season 5 Episode 15 aired on September 21, 2017.
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 5 · Episode 15
Hidari-daimonji: Flames of Prayer to the Other Side
Sep 21, 2017·28m
Japanese believe their ancestors' spirits visit in mid-August. To safely guide the spirits back to the other world, they light bonfires on 5 mountains in the Gozan-no-okuribi ceremony. The residents charged with the Hidari-daimonji bonfire solemnly uphold the traditional spirit of prayer and allow only local participation. Here, a large torch is used to transport the fire from the temple at the foot of the mountain. Discover the customs that continue to bind the living and the dead in Kyoto.
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How long is Core Kyoto Season 5 Episode 15?
This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.
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