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“To wish for your own happiness is sometimes coupled with another's unhappiness. So then, what exactly should I pray for? Since I couldn't pray for my own happiness, I prayed to the moon in the night sky for the happiness of the one whose warm hand I held.”

Quote by Chica Umino

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Chica Umino

Chica Umino is a Japanese artist renowned for her unique artistic style and profound emotional expression. Her works span various media, including painting, sculpture, and installation art. Umino's artistic career began in the 1980s, and her works often explore human emotions and social phenomena. more

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