CCA Islands

Standing on the concept “Art supports artists and saves lives”, CCA Islands aims to develop art projects that extend the framework for the presentation of art, with new ways of working. The project brings together contemporary art and humanitarian assistance to create new synergies. The program is associated with humanitarian support, working as an initiative towards environmental protection and enrichment of island culture, based on the venues of three islands in Japan: Toyoshima (Seto), Ishigaki, and Amami. Activities include artworks and publications derived from research, supported by lectures, conferences and workshops. CCA Islands offers the CCA Travel Scholarship to emerging artists, curators, architects, designers, and aspiring professionals in various areas of contemporary art and culture. Growing from CCA’s longstanding reputation for challenging, internationally acclaimed art projects, and incorporated with Peace Winds Japan humanitarian aid activities, CCA Islands pursues to develop a new art hub, a site for exchange and connection.