Yayoi Kusama's death marks the end of an era in contemporary art, as her unique style and immersive installations left a lasting impact on the art world.

Yayoi Kusama passed away from multiple organ failure at a hospital in Tokyo on Aug. 14, 2026. She was 97. The renowned Japanese avant-garde artist was best known for her signature polka dots, pumpkin sculptures and quirky, brightly coloured art installations. Her museum’s official Instagram page said that she “continued to paint until her final days, never setting aside her brush and remained steadfast in her lifelong belief that love can save the world”. #yayoikusama #globalmuseum #art

Acclaimed Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama — known for her signature polka dots, repetitive patterns and immersive "Infinity Mirror Rooms" — has died at 97, her company said in a statement Thursday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/08/27/art/yayoi-kusama-obituary/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #culture #art #yayoikusama #obituary