An erotic world is painted in an immense 19-meter picture scroll. Makoto Toya has given up everything in his life to paint women. "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 Makoto Toya (75) who lives in Nishiooi, Tokyo. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.