Seasoning the Seasons · SEASON 15
Nara: A Bridge to the Pure Land Paradise
Episode 8 · 2026-10-12
- Documentary
Episode overview
The ancient temple of Taimadera sits at the foot of Mt. Nijo in northwestern Nara. It was founded in the year 612. On April 14th every year, the temple holds a very special event. The Descent of the Bodhisattvas, or Nerikuyo, is a procession across a bridge between the human world and the Pure Land Paradise. Just once a year, local worshipers walk this raised path of prayer.
28 minutes
Season 15 episodes
1. Happy Snack Time2026-01-05
2. The Steep Paths of Naha: Nostalgia and Community2026-02-09
3. Minamiaso: Railway Through a Volcano2026-03-16
4. The Castle Towns of the Tokaido Route2026-04-27
5. Cod: Loved in Every Way2026-06-01
6. Kyoto: Cleansing the Soul, Cleansing the City2026-07-13
7. Yakiniku: Journey of Japanese BBQ2026-08-31
8. Nara: A Bridge to the Pure Land Paradise2026-10-12
