Isamu Gakiya is an artist from Okinawa, Japan, currently based in Tokyo. In addition to his work as an illustrator, he actively participates in museum exhibitions and international art festivals. Influenced by American culture that remained in postwar Okinawa--including comic books, horror films, and science fiction cinema--he creates works through a wide range of media, including drawing, collage, and painting. His creative practice extends across multiple fields, encompassing book cover illustrations, album artwork for musicians, and poster designs for films, establishing him as a versatile and widely recognized contemporary artist.