Aichi is a Treasure Trove of Buddhist Statues! 'Butsuyū' Duo Jun Miura & Seiko Ito to Hold Tokai Kenbutsu Talk Live in Nagoya City!
Jun Miura and Seiko Ito, who lead Japan's Buddhist statue boom, will hold a talk live in Nagoya on June 14, 2026, to commemorate the release of their new book, 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban' (Heart-Thumping Buddhist Statue Pilgrimage in Tokai). They will discuss the charm of Buddhist statues in the Tokai region, focusing on Aichi Prefecture, which boasts the highest number of temples in Japan.
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To commemorate the publication of 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban' (Heart-Thumping Buddhist Statue Pilgrimage in Tokai), the 'Jun Miura & Seiko Ito Tokai Kenbutsu Talk Live' has been decided to be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Higashi Betsuin Terrace Hall in Nagoya. Tickets with the new book will go on sale from Saturday, April 25, at 10:00 AM via Ticket Pia.
The two pioneers of Japan's Buddhist statue boom are coming to Aichi, home to the largest number of temples in Japan.
Jun Miura and Seiko Ito, who have been promoting the culture of enjoying Buddhist statues as entertainment and have traveled together to visit Buddhist statues across various regions for over 30 years, are affectionately called 'Butsuyū' (Buddhist Friends) due to their close personal relationship. They will hold their first full-scale talk live in Nagoya, a long-awaited event. According to a survey by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Aichi Prefecture actually has the highest number of temples in Japan. They will unravel the charms of the Tokai region, truly a hidden treasure trove of Buddhist statues, from their unique perspectives.
The venue, Higashi Betsuin Terrace Hall, located in the heart of Nagoya, boasts a solemn atmosphere. It is adjacent to the precincts of Higashi Betsuin (Shinshu Otani School Nagoya Betsuin), allowing attendees to enjoy the talk while feeling a close connection to the temple's縁 (en, connection/relationship).
We will deliver a moment that makes you want to go on a Buddhist statue pilgrimage with the new book in hand.
*The cover is 'temporary' and may change.
[New Book Overview]
Pia MOOK Chubu 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban'
Release Date: June 12, 2026
Estimated Price: 1210 yen (1100 yen + tax)
Publisher: Pia Corporation
[Event Overview]
Jun Miura & Seiko Ito Tokai Kenbutsu Talk Live
- Commemorating the Publication of 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban' -
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026, Doors Open 13:30 / Start 14:00
Venue: Higashi Betsuin Terrace Hall (2-8-45 Tachibana, Naka-ku, Nagoya City)
Performers: Jun Miura, Seiko Ito
Ticket: All reserved seats 4,500 yen
Sales Start: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/pia/event/event.do?eventCd=2614902)
*The ticket price includes one copy of Pia MOOK Chubu 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban'. The magazine will be handed over at the venue.
*Children under elementary school age are not permitted entry. Up to 4 tickets per person.
Organizers: Pia Corporation, Neo Publicity Inc.
Inquiries: Sunday Folk Promotion 052-320-9100 (12:00-18:00)
[Performer Profiles]
Jun Miura
Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1958. Illustrator and multi-talented individual. Won the New Word/Buzzword Award in 1997 for 'My Boom'. Known as one of Japan's leading Buddhist statue enthusiasts, he received the Numata Encouragement Award from the Buddhist Propagation Cultural Award in 2018.
Seiko Ito
Born in Tokyo in 1961. A writer and creator engaged in a wide range of expressive activities. Widely introduced hip-hop culture to Japan and is one of the pioneers of Japanese rap. With Jun Miura, he co-authored the 'Kenbutsuki' series, proposing a new way of appreciating Buddhist statues, always staying ahead and continuously creating.
The two pioneers of Japan's Buddhist statue boom are coming to Aichi, home to the largest number of temples in Japan.
Jun Miura and Seiko Ito, who have been promoting the culture of enjoying Buddhist statues as entertainment and have traveled together to visit Buddhist statues across various regions for over 30 years, are affectionately called 'Butsuyū' (Buddhist Friends) due to their close personal relationship. They will hold their first full-scale talk live in Nagoya, a long-awaited event. According to a survey by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Aichi Prefecture actually has the highest number of temples in Japan. They will unravel the charms of the Tokai region, truly a hidden treasure trove of Buddhist statues, from their unique perspectives.
The venue, Higashi Betsuin Terrace Hall, located in the heart of Nagoya, boasts a solemn atmosphere. It is adjacent to the precincts of Higashi Betsuin (Shinshu Otani School Nagoya Betsuin), allowing attendees to enjoy the talk while feeling a close connection to the temple's縁 (en, connection/relationship).
We will deliver a moment that makes you want to go on a Buddhist statue pilgrimage with the new book in hand.
*The cover is 'temporary' and may change.
[New Book Overview]
Pia MOOK Chubu 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban'
Release Date: June 12, 2026
Estimated Price: 1210 yen (1100 yen + tax)
Publisher: Pia Corporation
[Event Overview]
Jun Miura & Seiko Ito Tokai Kenbutsu Talk Live
- Commemorating the Publication of 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban' -
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026, Doors Open 13:30 / Start 14:00
Venue: Higashi Betsuin Terrace Hall (2-8-45 Tachibana, Naka-ku, Nagoya City)
Performers: Jun Miura, Seiko Ito
Ticket: All reserved seats 4,500 yen
Sales Start: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/pia/event/event.do?eventCd=2614902)
*The ticket price includes one copy of Pia MOOK Chubu 'Tokimeku Butsuzō Meguri Tokai-ban'. The magazine will be handed over at the venue.
*Children under elementary school age are not permitted entry. Up to 4 tickets per person.
Organizers: Pia Corporation, Neo Publicity Inc.
Inquiries: Sunday Folk Promotion 052-320-9100 (12:00-18:00)
[Performer Profiles]
Jun Miura
Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1958. Illustrator and multi-talented individual. Won the New Word/Buzzword Award in 1997 for 'My Boom'. Known as one of Japan's leading Buddhist statue enthusiasts, he received the Numata Encouragement Award from the Buddhist Propagation Cultural Award in 2018.
Seiko Ito
Born in Tokyo in 1961. A writer and creator engaged in a wide range of expressive activities. Widely introduced hip-hop culture to Japan and is one of the pioneers of Japanese rap. With Jun Miura, he co-authored the 'Kenbutsuki' series, proposing a new way of appreciating Buddhist statues, always staying ahead and continuously creating.