Through the Kitchen Window — Season 1, Episode 17: Life on a Tea Farm

Episode synopsis

Much of Japan's renowned Uji tea is produced in Minamiyamashiro, the last remaining village in Kyoto Prefecture. Headed by women for the past three generations, the Nakanishi family has been harvesting tea in this remote mountain area for over 130 years. Today, even at the age of 90, Nakanishi Sachiko tends to the farm daily. Together with her daughter Chikayo, she finds time to make wonderful meals utilizing local produce.

About Through the Kitchen Window

These short documentaries take an intimate look at the lifestyles and culinary passions of people across Japan. Their stories are sure to warm the heart and whet the appetite.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Tama Hiyama: Chirashi Zushi Home-party Sushi
• E2Akemi and Satsuki: Shojin Ryori, Buddhist Cuisine
• E3Akio Okamura: Sardines Pickled in Rice Bran
• E4Sayaka Mori: Seaweed Maki Roll
• E5Misao Kuwata: Mochi Rice Cakes Wrapped in Bamboo Leaves
• E6Jiyu Gakuen: Salmon Chirashi Zushi
• E7Harie, Shiga: A Town Living with Water
• E8Shimi-konnyaku, Ibaraki
• E9Hayama: Bringing Seafood Back
• E10Iga: Creating New Out of Old
• E11For the Love of Akigawa's Sweetfish
• E12First Bites, Big Smiles