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Description: You’re never too old to learn how to code. Three years ago, Masako Wakamiya noticed the lack of fun game apps for senior citizens and created her own at the age of 81. It’s called Hinadan, and it’s inspired by a traditional Japanese doll festival. We met Wakamiya, now 84, in Kanagawa, Japan, and learned how this IT evangelist and digital creator is empowering other senior citizens to make the most of technology. #Coder #MasakoWakamiya #Hinadan SUBSCRIBE: goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of our Frontiers series, where we bring you front and center to the dreamers, pioneers, and innovators leading society at the cutting edge. Let us take you along for a trip to the oft-imagined but rarely accomplished. Got a story idea for us? Shoot us an email at hey [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com Follow us behind the scenes on Instagram: goo.gl/2KABeX Make our acquaintance on Facebook: goo.gl/Vn0XIZ Give us a shout on Twitter: goo.gl/sY1GLY Come hang with us on Vimeo: goo.gl/T0OzjV Visit our world directly: greatbigstory.com