Contemplation of a Decaying Corpse: The Japanese Art of Kusôzu
Kusōkan means ‘contemplation of the nine stages of a decomposing corpse’ and is the reflection on the repulsiveness of the body. But remember, ...
Culture & Politics
Death Positive Video Games
There are a growing number of death positive video games that use death as the driving force. Level up, stop camping, and read ...
History & Art
Funeral Traditions from Ireland: How the Irish Embrace Death
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Today is the anniversary of the death of Saint Patrick. We celebrate his Feast Day, which loosely translates to ...
History & Art
Dead Houses: Burying the Dead in Frozen Ground
Have you ever wondered how it is possible to dig a 6ft grave when the ground is frozen solid? In the dead of ...
History & Art
Anti-Claus Traditions and Christmas Witches, Oh My!
Anti-Claus traditions exist to remind us that there is still darkness out there in the cold winter night despite how comfortable and safe ...
