Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97 After Extraordinary Artistic Career

Yayoi Kusama was a famous artist from Japan.

She became known for using polka dots, pumpkins and rooms filled with mirror reflections.

Her art was displayed and recognized around the world.

Kusama died when she was 97 years old.

She died at a hospital in Tokyo on August 14, 2026.

Her museum and foundation confirmed the news.

Her childhood and mental-health challenges influenced her artistic development.

She continued making art until near the end of her life.

Two films celebrate her extraordinary life and her relationship with cinema.