CBW36 visits · The Black Gaze Commons was created by Tracie Yorke, educator, technologist, researcher, and artist, for the AfroAlgorhythms: A Symposium on Race, Data Science, and AI at Bates College. Through immersive portals and relational environments, the space explores civic becoming, mediated perception, and emergent sensemaking in AI and XR worlds.
toru-hashimoto34 visits · Ooyaji Temple, located in Utsunomiya, Tochigi, is a historic Buddhist temple carved directly into the volcanic rock of the Ōya cliffs. Dating back over 1,200 years, it is home to the Ōya Kannon, a majestic 4-meter-tall stone statue of the Eleven-Faced Goddess of Mercy. The surrounding area, known for its unique rock formations and serene atmosphere, reflects the deep spiritual and cultural heritage of the region. A visit to Ōyaji Temple offers a rare glimpse into Japan’s ancient artistry and religious devotion.
