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S5·E12 Kurashiki: Celebrating Heritage

Core Aired April 22, 2014
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Synopsis

Kurashiki flourished a couple of centuries ago in the Edo Period. An historic district with old merchant residences and storehouses has been beautifully preserved. Kurashiki is still a vibrant city and is also the center of Japan's famed denim industry, which adopts traditional textile and dyeing techniques. In this episode of Journeys in Japan, singer-songwriter and painter Rie Fu learns about appeal of the city through encounters with its people and historical anecdotes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 12 of Journeys in Japan air?

Season 5, Episode 12 ('Kurashiki: Celebrating Heritage') originally aired on April 22, 2014.

How long is Season 5 Episode 12 ('Kurashiki: Celebrating Heritage')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Journeys in Japan.

What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 5 Episode 12?

Kurashiki flourished a couple of centuries ago in the Edo Period. An historic district with old merchant residences and storehouses has been beautifully preserved. Kurashiki is still a vibrant city and is also the center of Japan's famed denim industry, which adopts traditional textile and dyeing te...

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