Core Kyoto

S10E21 The Spirit of Frugality: Modern Ingenuity and Age-Old Wisdom

Kyoto, with its rich history, is celebrated for its elegance and beauty. However, the merchant and lower classes practiced frugality, skillfully maximizing their resources. They valued their possessions, making use of them until they were beyond repair. This principle still lives on in Kyoto's culinary traditions, where seasonal ingredients are fully utilized, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Artisans also take pride in mending broken crafts. In this exploration, Core Kyoto reveals how the essence of thriftiness influences contemporary life, touching everything from artistic endeavors to energy consumption.