Stephen Black

The Hokusai Museum is a diverse tribute to the renowned Japanese artist Hokusai Katsushika who visited several times near the end of his life in the charming town of Obuse, about 20 kilometers northeast of Nagano.

Calcarea fluor has been used as a natural remedy for joint-related conditions such as arthritis and rheumatism. It helps in strengthening connective tissues, including tendons and ligaments, which support joints and promote their flexibility.

Final Destination: Many skip-the-line passes and tickets are marketed towards families as a way for parents to ensure that their kids don’t lose their minds as they wait an hour to ride an attraction at Disney World or take a picture in front of a landmark in Italy. But on top of the tolls that tourist-heavy cities are charging for a day’s visit,... See more

Aging societies and population decline have been on the rise globally, but in Japan, the situation has exasperated tenfold. A staggering 36.21 million people, or 28.9% of the populace, are 65 and over. Further, 74.6% of Japan’s 1,747 cities are categorized as shrinking, with urban policies struggling to keep up with the decline.

Doctorow's "Eastern Standard Tribe".