Usui Norikazu taught himself oil painting, and for 30 years he has been painting the rock stars he has looked up to since his youth. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Usui Norikazu (56) who lives in Gifu Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.