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Yayoi Kusama - Why Her Art is More Relevant Now Than Ever Before

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In episode 12 we discuss the life of the prominent Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. She has been a trendsetter for almost a century, and is one of the most important and impactful artists of the modern era. We also talk about castles, mental health, and Andy Warhol. Naoshima Island: https://maps.app.goo.gl/19UnsfU7EzQ2J4du8 Matsumoto Castle: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ydhLgo2zb2vrTaKKA My Twitter: https://twitter.com/JapanMediaTour YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL_XbCjaodWzdrCNnOKA5vg

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