Yayoi Kusama death

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese Pop Art Pioneer, Dies at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has died at age 97 in a Tokyo hospital, according to reports published on 27 August 2026. Known for polka-dot paintings, phallic sculptures, public performances and immersive installations, Kusama rose to global stardom after decades living in a psychiatric hospital. Her work caused a stir in New York City and Europe in the 1960s.