The facts
The recipients are Jenny Holzer for painting, Andy Goldsworthy for sculpture and Daniel Libeskind for architecture. [1]
Herbert Blomstedt receives the music award and Cate Blanchett the theatre/film award. [1]
Each award includes ¥15 million, a testimonial letter and a medal, according to the Japan Art Association. [1]
Libeskind spoke on behalf of the laureates at the ceremony, Kyodo reported. [2]
Relevant context
These awards recognise existing artistic achievement; the ceremony is not a new discovery or a new September winner announcement. [1][2]
Sources
References support the numbered facts above. Source checks: 29 Oct 2026, 05:36 UTC.
- The Laureates of the 37th PRAEMIUM IMPERIALE
Japan Art Association / Praemium Imperiale · Primary source · 8 Sept 2026
- 「創造し、問い続ける」授賞式でリベスキンドさん
Kyodo News via Livedoor · Reporting · 28 Oct 2026
Kyodo’s completed-ceremony report is independent of the awarding body.