Lovin' Buddha Statue

Synopsis

Two childhood friends—the shy and socially awkward Muga, and his polar opposite, the popular Reo—have both devoted themselves to carving statues of Buddha ever since they were children. Muga, who was told he's been curbing his own abilities in order to match Reo, is now gradually coming into his true talent and realizing the joy of carving. On the other hand, Reo gets impatient with the change in Muga. (Source: Kodansha, translated)

Anime adaptations