27.08.2026 07:30
World-renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her polka-dot works and extraordinary personality, passed away on August 14, 2026, at a hospital in Tokyo at the age of 97. Kusama, dubbed the 'Queen of Polka Dots,' had voluntarily spent decades in a psychiatric hospital and was identified by her bright red wig and polka-dot clothing.
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, who achieved worldwide fame in the later years of her life through her sculptures, paintings, and installation works, has passed away at the age of 97.
SHE VOLUNTARILY SPENT DECADES IN A PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
Kusama's company announced, "It is with deep sorrow that we report Yayoi Kusama passed away on August 14, 2026, at a hospital in Tokyo at the age of 97." Kusama, also known as the "Queen of Polka Dots," led an extraordinary life. Having voluntarily spent decades in a psychiatric hospital, Kusama was identified with her bright red wig and her unconventional polka-dotted outfits.