In case you haven't heard, the Seto Inland Sea islands are experiencing a mini-boom. Thanks to government programs that highlight the joys of island life, there has been a slow but hopeful movement of people out to the islands. Healthy living, safe neighborhoods and natural surroundings are just some of the benefits of island life. With most of the islands experiencing depopulation, naturally they would be overjoyed to welcome young, energetic families interested in making a difference in their communities.
Instead, however, the government campaigns are targeting retired people. It makes you wonder what it is that would make retired people want to move to a lonely island in the middle of nowhere where there is not much to do.
"Hey you retired people! Come out to the islands! You'll have no family here, no friends, and you'll be so far away that no one will visit you! Don't miss your last chance to be at peace with yourself before you hit that big retirement home in the sky."