Kanjiro Kawai was prolific in Kyoto in the mid-1900's. Originally from Shimane Prefecture, he devoted himself to pottery at Gojozaka, the hub for graceful Kiyomizu ceramics, for 46 years. He is regarded a master of glazes, and his works are characterized by an abundance of color and a strength of form. A leader of the Folk Arts Movement, he pursued the beauty of everyday implements. Discover how the cultural climate of Kyoto nurtured and supported Kawai as he pursued beauty within "life as work".
Title | Core Kyoto - Season 5 Episode 8 Potter Kanjiro Kawai: Freely Creating a Homely Warmth |
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Year | 2024 |
Genre | Documentary |
Country | Japan |
Studio | NHK WORLD-JAPAN |
Cast | Gary Tegler |
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Keyword | tradition, way of life, arts and culture, culture, kyoto, japan, japanese folklore, arts and crafts, history of japan, japanese cuisine, food culture, craftsmanship, japanese culture |
First Air Date | Feb 28, 2013 |
Last Air date | Nov 28, 2024 |
Season | 12 Season |
Episode | 220 Episode |
Runtime | 28:14 minutes |
Quality | HD |
IMDb: | 5.00/ 10 by 1.00 users |
Popularity | 55.966 |
Language | Japanese, English |