Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colors of Prayer Revived (S11E07)
S11E07
Twelve centuries ago, courtiers in Heian Japan adorned themselves in robes dyed with medicinal herbs, creating colors associated with prayers for peace and protection against malevolence. Sadly, many of these hues have faded into history. Intrigued by these lost pigments, a group of Kyoto residents is working to bring them back to life by developing new dyeing methods. Explore how they are embracing traditional techniques and ancient knowledge, cultivating native plants for use as pigments, and crafting unique, handmade garments.
Show
Core Kyoto
Episode
S11E07
Air Date
May 18, 2023
Season 11 Episodes
S11E01
Rice Straw: Beauty Within the Prayers of Daily Life
S11E02
Antiques: Beauty Engendered by the Passage of Time
S11E03
Samurai Armor: The Dignified Aesthetics of the Warrior Class
S11E04
Miso: Fermentation, the Taste of Kyoto
S11E05
Minamiyamashiro: The Buddhist Treasures of a Remote Region
S11E06
Rethinking Buddhism: Uniting Modern Society with Compassion
S11E07
Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colors of Prayer Revived
S11E08
Reusing and Upcycling: Tradition Bolsters the Power of Recreation
S11E09
Sustainable Initiatives: Nishijin Weavers Embrace the Times
S11E10
Flower Art: Ephemeral Colors for the Mind and Soul
S11E11
The Beauty in Boxes: Containers to Hold and Express Sentiments
S11E12
Seven Lucky Gods: Blessings of Fortune and Happiness for All
S11E13
Made to Order: A Bespoke Culture Fostered on Customer Bonds
S11E14
Kuta Hanagasa Dance: The Solid Bonds of a Rural Community
S11E15
The Power of Cleaning: Daily Habits for the Heart and Soul
S11E16
Crawling Through Mud: Avant-Garde Ceramicists Break With Tradition
S11E17
Stonework: Masons Shape a Solid City Presence