Koshi Kawachi, a contemporary artist, has released "Tasty Buddha," a work in which a delicious stick is carved in the style of Enku Buddha.

"Umaibo" made with Umaibo
"Umaibo" made with Umaibo


Umaibo is a 10-yen candy. However, it is strange that if it is in the hands of Mr. Kawachi, it will look like a thankful Buddha statue.

"Umaibo" wrapped in a package of Umaibo It seems that a bee will hit you if you eat it
"Umaibo" wrapped in a package of Umaibo It seems that a bee will hit you if you eat it


Mr. Kawachi is said to have carved 107 "good Buddhas" so far.

Umaibo of every flavor became "Umaibo"
Umaibo of every flavor became "Umaibo"


Mr. Kawachi has also released a work called "Manga Agriculture," in which vegetables are cultivated using manga as a nursery.

"Manga Agriculture" by Mr. Kawachi
"Manga Agriculture" by Mr. Kawachi