Japanese and English book covers, plus image of a man wearing a puffy red shirt

'This Monk Wears Heels: Be Who You Are' - Book Launch

"You won’t become the real you unless you face up to what you’ve avoided most. Once you allow yourself to be who you are, the change will come."

Kodo Nishimura rose to fame following his appearance in Queer Eye: We're in Japan. Now this celebrity make-up artist and ordained Buddhist monk shares his unique and practical guide to positivity and self-acceptance in his newly released book, This Monk Wears HeelsFilled with practical tips for positive thinking and insights into the philosophical approach to life Kodo has crafted as a Buddhist monk and detailing his journey to self-love, the book provides a gentle, loving, and encouraging voice for all those who dare to be different.

Will include a Q&A with Kodo, specially visiting Pantechnicon from Tokyo, led by Watkins Managing Director, Etan Ilfeld, followed by a book signing.

Tickets: £25, including a copy of the book, This Monk Wears Heels


About Kodo Nishimura

Celebrity make-up artist and ordained Buddhist monk, Kodo Nishimura rose to fame following his appearance in Netflix series Queer Eye: We're in Japan. Recently named a TIME Magazine Next Generation Leader, Kodo has shared his journey to self-acceptance and love globally, speaking at the United Nations Population Fund Headquarters in NYC, Microsoft, Facebook, L’Oreal Paris, P&G, and numerous universities.