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Verdant, furry moss, of which there are some 1800 varieties, has the power to fascinate. Moss makes a literary appearance in an early-10th-century poem. Later a culture revolving around moss appreciation evolved through the influence of Zen and the Way of Tea's aesthetic concept of "refined and rustic." During the pandemic, moss is enjoying a comeback, and people are finding solace in moss terrariums and other interior items. Discover the complex yet delicate beauty of this lush greenery.

All Episodes - Season 9

Episode 1

Conversations: A Nishijin Textile Producer & An Architect

Episode 2

The Forests of Keihoku: Nature's Blessings Sustain the Ancient Capital

Episode 3

Conversations: The Enduring Pride of Two Venerable Families

Episode 4

Life in a Machiya: The Appreciation of Nature and Time

Episode 5

Tango Chirimen: The Finest Texture in Silk Crepe

Episode 6

Conversations: A Landscape Gardener and a Glass Artist

Episode 7

Okudo-san: Traditional Cooking Stoves

Episode 8

Karakami: Ornamental Paper with Timeless Beauty

Episode 9

Higashiyama Potters: Creativity in Clay Connects the Ages

Episode 10

The World of Moss: Soothing Beauty, Subtle yet Refined

Episode 11

Wire Netting Utensils: Practical, Superbly Handwoven Beauty

Episode 12

Kyoto Breweries: Aromatic Tipples to Suit the Times

Episode 13

Taiko Drums: The Pulsing Heartbeat of Life

Episode 14

Calligraphy for the Times: The Resonating Power of Ink

Episode 15

Tokonoma: Alcoves of Reverence and Welcoming Beauty

Episode 16

Beans: Versatile, Practical, and Cultural

Episode 17

Dramatic Masks: Embodiments of Prayers to the Spirit World