PinnedExploring Japan’s Art IslandsDiscover Naoshima and its art-infused neighbors in Japan’s Seto Inland Sea.May 21, 20239May 21, 20239
Motoyuki Shitamichi’s Inland Sea ArchiveThe Venice Biennale alum discusses photography, research, and his latest project on Japan’s “island of art.”Feb 1, 2021Feb 1, 2021
The Island Without TouristsAs Covid-19 spreads in Japan, tourist destiation Naoshima is waking up to a new life as a quintessentially quiet rural Japanese town.Apr 17, 2020Apr 17, 2020
Finding the Art IslandA small Japanese island’s fame as a destination for art tourists is growing by the day, but the big picture is more complicated.Dec 5, 2018Dec 5, 2018
Bearing the Heavy Gods At Kichijōji’s Autumn FestivalIn the lingering heat of September, teams of locals buzzed on sake take their deities on rides through the neighborhood.Mar 28, 2018Mar 28, 2018
Kurashiki Is Not the Venice of Japan, Thankfully.In praise of Japan’s small cities, Part 1.Feb 21, 20181Feb 21, 20181
Taking Cactus Portraits In the Summer In ArizonaThe charismatic saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert is the icon of the Southwest. I met several of them, and took their portraits.Jan 27, 20182Jan 27, 20182
After the Town Lost Its TrainSchools are closing. Populations are shrinking. Towns are dying. Rural Japan is turning to art festivals for a fresh start.Jan 21, 20182Jan 21, 20182
