The Praemium Imperiale awards ceremony served as a profound reminder of the power of art in bringing healing and unity to a divided world.
Stage director Robert Wilson, who has an unexpected connection to Japan, describes receiving the Praemium Imperiale as like being brought "back home."
The 2023 Praemium Imperiale Awards recognize excellence in fine and performing arts and archtecture, much like the Nobel Prize recognizes the sciences.
