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World · Asia-Pacific · published 2026-08-27 · via France 24

Polka-dot pioneer Yayoi Kusama passes away in Tokyo at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died on August 14 in Tokyo, her company confirmed on Thursday. Known for her signature dots and infinity motifs, she turned hallucinations and trauma into a prolific career spanning visual art, performance, and literature. She continued painting until her final days.

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