# Japan’s ‘polka dot queen’ artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

https://mins.news/en/item/33960

- France 24, 2026-08-27 04:03 UTC
- Culture
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20260827-japan-s-polka-dot-queen-artist-yayoi-kusama-dies-aged-97

> Yayoi Kusama, Japan’s globally celebrated contemporary artist, has died at 97, her company said Thursday, prompting tributes from fans worldwide.

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