Encompassing the entire Boso Peninsula, Chiba Prefecture has long been a historic stronghold of the Kanto region. It was here that the Kamakura shogunate expanded its power, and in later centuries castle towns were established throughout the area. The region is also home to a flourishing kofun (ancient burial mound) culture that can be traced back to the provincial temple system of Kokubunji, and some 25 million years ago, it formed part of the tectonic landmass that pulled the Japanese archipelago away from the Eurasian continent.
Since the modern era, alongside its satoyama landscapes that nurture rich biodiversity and its historic scenery, the area has developed into one of Japan’s leading industrial zones and an important residential district within the greater Tokyo metropolitan region. Today, it possesses a distinct presence as a microcosm of the Japanese archipelago.
This art festival will present artworks as well as music and live performances across two cities and one town. Visitors will journey through the region by railway lines that run the length of the peninsula, as well as by car, bicycle, and on foot. In this frontier land facing the Pacific Ocean, artists from around the world will gather, marking the beginning of a new chapter as an international hub for a globally open art festival.

Under the concept of “International Art Factory,” the festival will focus on making and craftsmanship, hosting artist residencies, symposia, and workshops. In addition, Kobayashi Takeshi—founder of KURKKU FIELDS in Kisarazu—will curate music and live performances that draw upon the distinctive character of the region. Collaborating with food-related facilities in each area, the festival will also develop locally sourced menus and new culinary experiences, creating opportunities for exchange between visitors and local communities.