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Why are there cute animals on the street barricades?

Sarah Squad

IE

IE

08/06/2020

I saw monkeys and frogs on the stands, and it always made me laugh a little.

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Hannabanana

AU

AU

08/06/2020

I heard once that it's to keep the image of Japan being friendly and safe. Plus Japan likes cute things, so why not??

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Ems

AU

AU

09/06/2020

I became curious so I searched for the origin and it seems like it orginates in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. A construction company was inspired by the animals at the zoo. They're now referred to as "animal guards".

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