Core Kyoto Season 8 Episode 3 The Culture of Gift Giving: Beautiful Etiquette Strengthens Relationships 2020
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A girl in her first year receives dolls representing an emperor and empress. People give each other Senmaizuke turnip pickles at year's end. In December, maiko present their dance teachers with mochi rice cakes and receive folding fans in return. In Kyoto, the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons has its origins in ancient court ceremonies that express gratitude and celebration. Discover the Kyoto culture of building and maintaining relationships through gift giving.
- Released: 2020-03-05
- Runtime: 28 minutes
- Genre: Documentary
- Stars: Gary Tegler
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