Laughs Inc. The first ever “My Pet Reborn with Colored Pencils” exhibition will be held at the Zuikain Ryomon ossuary from Friday, September 19th to Thursday, September 25th to commemorate those grieving their pets.

[Rough Co., Ltd.] “My Pet Reborn with Colored Pencils” Exhibition to Support Those Recovering from Pet Loss Held for the First Time at Zuikain Ryomon Ossuary – September 19th (Friday) to 25th (Thursday) ​
RAH Inc. Press Release: September 10, 2025 The “My Pet Reborn with Colored Pencils” exhibition, a space dedicated to those grieving pets, will be held for the first time at the Zuikain Ryomon ossuary from Friday, September 19th to Thursday, September 25th. Put your wish to see each other again into these colored pencils. A healing space of love and memories woven by the instructors and students of the “My Child’s Artist Training Course” Laugh Inc. (Representative: Shigenori Nagabuchi, Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) will be launching the “My Child’s Artist Training Course” from Friday, September 19, 2025. A group solo exhibition titled “My Child’s Artist Training Course” will be held at Zuikain Ryomon, a columbarium in Minato Ward, Tokyo, until Thursday, September 25th. This project, which brings together a historic temple and warm, contemporary art, proposes a new form of healing that sets it apart from traditional pet memorial services. Artworks by the instructors and approximately 60 pieces selected from 350 students will add color to the prayer space and bring a moment of peace to the hearts of those suffering from pet loss.
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“My child” with a gentle expression, born from the hands of instructor Saku-sensei. In today’s world, where pet loss is becoming a serious issue, these heartwarming pet portraits offer comfort. In recent years, while more and more people are adopting pets as family members, the deep sense of loss felt after parting with a pet, known as “pet loss,” has become a social issue. According to a survey by pet insurance company PS Insurance, 62% of pet owners have experienced pet loss, with 85.5% of them feeling “sadness and loss” (published July 2, 2025, on FNN Prime Online). Against this backdrop, “My Child Art,” a series of colored pencil portraits of pets, is gaining attention for its soft hues and warm expression, allowing people to preserve memories of their deceased pets. This exhibition features works by instructors of the “My Child Artist Training Course,” as well as approximately 60 works selected by the student community. Set in a historic place of worship, the gentle, expressive colored pencil portraits gently evoke memories of pets. “My Child’s Artist Training Course”: Drawing on feelings for pets The “My Pet Artist Training Course” has already had over 300 students enrolled in just one year since its launch, and currently has 350 enrolled. Even beginners can learn the basics and master the skills to paint their beloved pets with their own hands. Many students have completed heartwarming portraits and expanded their circle of friends through learning. A charity coffee sale featuring students’ artwork on the label donated 340,000 yen in proceeds to cat rescue efforts. In addition,
student-led exhibitions are held, fostering new connections as a social contribution that goes beyond the realm of a hobby. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/141757/16/141757-16-b20299401cf5990d90a672ed05454f3e-1761×1527.jpg Happy memories with that child woven through colored pencils Stay with your pet forever—A new style of memorial service proposed by Zuikain Ryomon The venue, Zuikain Ryomon is an urban ossuary in Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, based on Zuika-in Temple, which was founded in 1492 during the Muromachi period. It was designed by renowned architect Yoshiji Takehara and won the Good Design Award in 2022. Featuring private prayer rooms and a memorial tomb called Tamausagi, where pets can be laid to rest, the facility proposes a new style of memorial service that is in line with modern lifestyles. Official website: https://ryomon.jp [Comment from an Involved Person] “My Child’s Artist Training Course” Supervisor: Saku Sensei “The origin of this activity was when I received an order to paint a portrait of a deceased pet. I started the course to help people who wanted to paint their pet but couldn’t, and now we have 350 members. The time spent painting is the best way to reaffirm memories of our pets. I hope that this exhibition will not only provide a platform for students to shine, but also warm the hearts of all pet lovers.” Zuikain Thank you for your
understanding. “When I saw Saku-sensei’s work, I was convinced that the gentle touch unique to colored pencils would gently comfort the hearts of families who have lost pets. The philosophies of our facility and the ‘Uchi no Ko Artist Training Course’ are deeply connected in terms of ‘feelings for family.’ We hope that by using the power of art, this place will become an even warmer place of comfort.” ■Exhibition overview Event period: September 19th (Friday) to September 25th (Thursday), 2025 Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Venue: Zuikain Ryomon (5-1-4 Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo) Access: 3-minute walk from Hiroo Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Admission: Free Planning and Management: Rough Co., Ltd. Organizer: Our Child Artist Training Course Co-organizer and venue provided by: Zuikain Ryomon ■Student voice interview https://laughinc.co.jp/interview/