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Kyoto, Japanese

Season 1 Episode 113 | 26m 46s

Kyoto offers a glimpse of Japanese life as it used to be. Tiny streets with wooden homes, impressive temples and a dedication to ancient traditions make this one of Japan’s most visited cities. Meet one of Japan’s best-known designers of kimonos to learn why his craft is still thriving. Experience the tranquility retreats that help lend this city in a valley its Zen-like peacefulness.

Aired: 05/02/08 | Expires: 05/02/28
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Rudy and Daisuke Utagawa enthusiastically eat their way through Hong Kong.
Rudy and chef Daisuke Utagawa eat their way across Bangkok.
Explore Hong Kong, from the frenetic night life to the quiet side of the island.
Discover the delicacies that have made Japanese cuisine well known around the world.
The island of Hokkaido is the home of the international food favorite, ramen.
Take a look at the vibrant city of Tokyo, this time with an emphasis on Tokyo’s cuisine.
Exploring the food that makes Japanese cuisine one of the world's most admired.
Rudy explores some of French Polynesia’s collection of islands.
Visit the charming fishing towns of Nova Scotia to the wilderness of Newfoundland.
Rudy explores how food and drink help illustrate the culture of a place and its people.
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Rudy and Daisuke Utagawa enthusiastically eat their way through Hong Kong.
Rudy and chef Daisuke Utagawa eat their way across Bangkok.
Explore Hong Kong, from the frenetic night life to the quiet side of the island.
Take a look at the vibrant city of Tokyo, this time with an emphasis on Tokyo’s cuisine.
Discover the delicacies that have made Japanese cuisine well known around the world.
The island of Hokkaido is the home of the international food favorite, ramen.
Rudy explores some of French Polynesia’s collection of islands.
Visit the charming fishing towns of Nova Scotia to the wilderness of Newfoundland.
Rudy explores how food and drink help illustrate the culture of a place and its people.
Discover two of the most unique and appealing cities in the world with Rudy.