Raigō Amida Nyorai represents the moment when Amida Buddha descends from the Pure Land to welcome the deceased. This imagery, known as raigō, has been deeply venerated in Pure Land Buddhism, symbolizing compassion and guidance at the time of passing.
During the Heian and Kamakura periods, this theme was widely expressed through sculptures and paintings, becoming one of the most enduring motifs in Japanese Buddhist art.
Collaborating Artist — Yozan Miura
Yozan Miura is a Buddhist sculptor born in 1973 in Saitama Prefecture. After beginning his career in a company, he was inspired to pursue sculpture and trained for 13 years under a master in Shiga Prefecture.
He later established the Tonomikado Buddhist Workshop in Kyoto, where he creates new wooden statues, restores historical works, and leads workshops. His practice explores the relationship between traditional Buddhist sculpture and contemporary expression, including projects such as the “Drone Buddha,” which reinterprets classical iconography through a modern lens.
Size 4 cm × 4.5 cm
Material 100% Rayon (Embroidery thread) Made in Japan
This patch can be applied by ironing or as a stick-on.
