Core Kyoto

1 · Kyo-machiya: Connecting People's Hearts

2 · Kaiseki-ryori : The Ultimate in Culinary Hospitality

3 · Buddhist Statues: Figures of Belief and Beauty

4 · Hanami: Kyoto's Cherry Viewing Festivities in the Spring

5 · Japanese-style Paintings: The Breathing World of Beauty

6 · Kyoto Lodgings: Hearty Consideration That Soothes Travelers

7 · Kagai: Kyoto's Flower District Where Elegant Dreams Bloom

8 · Aoi Matsuri: A Dynastic Festival in the Presence of the Deities

9 · Chanoyu: A Bowl of Tea Draws Hearts Together

10 · Gion Matsuri: The Spirit of the Townspeople During Summer's Grand Festival

11 · Shojin-ryori: Zen Cuisine as Training Within the Teachings

12 · Water Traditions: The Old Capital's Rich Natural Blessings

13 · Kyo-shikki: The Jet-black, Golden Beauty of Kyoto Lacquerware

14 · Karesansui: The Zen Cosmos in a Garden for Spiritual Training

15 · Nishijin-ori: Beauty Crystallized in a Kyoto Brocade

16 · Shinise: Established Businesses Survive the Centuries

17 · The Changing Leaves: The Transient Fall Beauty of the Ancient Capital