Wood and Paper: Living in a Historic Townhouse | Habitats of the World: Kyoto, Japan | Free Documentary Habitats of the World - Bolivia: https://youtu.be/HlXcSdkgEi4 We journey to Kyoto, Japan’s former imperial capital and one of the last cities where centuries-old traditions still shape daily life. Tucked between temples and quiet alleyways, wooden townhouses known as machiya preserve the architectural and cultural soul of old Japan. These narrow homes, with their inner gardens, sliding paper doors, and tatami floors, are more than just buildings — they are living reflections of Japanese aesthetics, rituals, and family life. As modernity surrounds them, a few residents continue to live in these traditional homes, preserving a way of life rooted in harmony, restraint, and deep respect for the past. With host and philosopher Philippe Simay, this episode invites us inside the walls of a Kyoto machiya to experience the beauty and philosophy of a home where space, silence, and nature all speak. #FreeDocumentary #Documentary #kyoto ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to Free Documentary Channel for free: https://bit.ly/2YJ4XzQ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Free Documentary is passionate about sharing the beauty and diversity of our world through high-quality documentaries available for free on YouTube. Filmmakers from around the world, equipped with the latest camera technology, bring you visuals and narratives that explore the wonders of our planet. From the depths of the oceans to the heights of the skies, each film invites you to experience stories and imagery that celebrate the richness of life around us. Join us on this journey of discovery and connection, as we uncover the remarkable tales that make our Earth truly special.