Through the Kitchen Window — Season 1, Episode 25: Bamboo Shoots Ring in the Spring

Episode synopsis

Junko lives with her cat among the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. She runs a restaurant specializing in soybeans, and passes on her methods to the local children.

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