Kian84, Junji Ito's Tomie Gift

On MBC's "I Live Alone," Kian84 met Junji Ito, the master of Japanese horror manga and his idol. The studio members were also amazed, and Kian84 expressed his fanboy feelings, saying, "​Meeting him in person, I couldn't close my mouth. It was so amazing, and I was just so happy." He revealed that he has been greatly influenced by Ito's artwork.

Kian84 personally drew a portrait as a gift for Junji Ito, who praised his skills, saying, "​You draw realistic things really well, not just cute pictures." Kian84 was moved to hear about his own drawings from his favorite artist. Junji Ito continued his praise for Kian84's art, saying, "​It has a sense of realism, the drawings are delicious."

Kian84 prepared a homemade lunchbox for Junji Ito, but made a mistake by forgetting the chopsticks. Junji Ito ate the lunchbox deliciously and offered his blessings, saying, "​The person who becomes Kian84's wife will probably be happy. Because they'll have someone who makes such delicious lunchboxes."

Junji Ito mentioned his recent interest as studying English for 5 minutes every day, revealing that he has been doing it consistently for over 1,000 days. Regarding his motivation for cooking, Kian84 replied, "​When I was drawing manga, I ate lunchboxes alone every day, and my health deteriorated, so I've been cooking recently."

As Junji Ito signed an autograph, he personally drew "Tomie," which made Kian84 tear up, saying, "I feel like I'm going to cry." He expressed his deep emotion, saying, "​I could see a lifetime of dedication. I'm grateful you drew this for me." Junji Ito added to the touching moment by saying he would pass down the drawing he gifted to Kian84 "to my son's son."