Overview
In the old days, the islands of southwestern Japan (present-day Okinawa Prefecture) formed an independent nation, called the Kingdom of Ryukyu. A vibrant culture flourished in those islands and people lived in harmony with the subtropical climate. Sophisticated textiles were developed as clothing for the royalty and the aristocracy. They were dyed in a style known as bingata. To this day, the vivid colors of bingata fabrics are one of the most beautiful and elegant examples of Okinawan culture. Teodora Vegh came to Okinawa from Hungary 5 years ago to discover the traditional culture and to learn the techniques of bingata dyeing. On this edition of Journeys in Japan, Teodora explores the history and long tradition of bingata, and the way it is being adapted and used in contemporary design.
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4 - 1Exploring Yatsugatake's Nature and Jomon Legacy January 08, 2013 -
4 - 2Winter Bliss in Takayama January 22, 2013
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4 - 3Zen and the Samurai Spirit: Kamakura January 29, 2013
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4 - 4Namahage New Year's Rite February 05, 2013
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4 - 5Pure Mt. Fuji: A Winter Journey February 19, 2013
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4 - 6Honjima: Treasure House of the Seto Inland Sea February 26, 2013
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4 - 7Sanriku Coast: Abundant Sea Part 2 March 12, 2013
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4 - 8Ice Monsters and Warm Hospitality: Zao March 19, 2013 -
4 - 9Discovering Tottori Crafts March 26, 2013
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4 - 10Nature's Beauty in Microcosm April 02, 2013
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4 - 11Spring Colors of Ibusuki April 09, 2013
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4 - 12A Spiritual Journey in Oita April 16, 2013
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4 - 13Jazzy Kobe April 23, 2013
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4 - 14Minami-Boso: Seaside Trip With Children April 30, 2013
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4 - 15The Soulful Rhythms of the Amami Islands May 07, 2013
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4 - 16Textiles from a Royal Tradition May 14, 2013
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4 - 17Ishigaki Island: Living in Harmony with the Ocean May 21, 2013
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4 - 18Kamakura Tradition: Spring in the Ancient Capital May 28, 2013
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4 - 19Peach Trees and Rural Retreat Kofu Basin June 04, 2013
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4 - 20Tateyama Peak Experience June 11, 2013
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4 - 21The Rhythms of Ainu Life: Lake Akan June 18, 2013
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4 - 22Tohoku Haiku Journey: Following Basho's Footsteps June 29, 2013
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4 - 23Hakone and Izu: Classic Hotel Stays July 02, 2013
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4 - 24Osaka Art Power July 09, 2013
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4 - 25Oki Islands July 16, 2013
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4 - 26Living with Horses: Hidaka August 13, 2013
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4 - 27Tsugaru Soul Music - Tsugaru Shamisen August 20, 2013
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4 - 28Setouchi Triennale: Art-Island Hopping August 27, 2013
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4 - 29Ise Jingu: Man, Gods and Nature September 03, 2013
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4 - 30Wonderful Yakushima September 17, 2013
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4 - 31Japan's Porcelain Legacy - Arita & Imari September 24, 2013
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4 - 32Life on the Lake: Kasumigaura October 01, 2013
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4 - 33The Festival for the Wind October 15, 2013
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4 - 34Deep Into Traditional Japan: Gokayama October 22, 2013
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4 - 35The Land of Fire: Kumamoto October 29, 2013
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4 - 36Kagura: Dancing Beyond Time November 12, 2013
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4 - 37Iga Ninja Forest November 19, 2013
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4 - 38Nostalgic Kawagoe November 26, 2013
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4 - 39Celebrating Akita Cedar December 03, 2013
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4 - 40Continuing the Thread of Tradition: Kiryu December 10, 2013
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4 - 41The Miniature World of Bonsai: Omiya December 17, 2013
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4 - 42Mesmerizing Islands at the Crossroads December 31, 2013