Japanese man realises dream to transform into dog

A Japanese man known as Toco spent more than $13,000 to realise his dream of transforming into a rough collie dog

JAPAN DOG SUIT MAN

A Japanese man in a dog suit speaks during an interview in Tokyo, Japan, 21 August 2023. A Japanese man known as 'Toco' spent over 12,000 euros to realize his dream of transforming into a rough collie dog. He achieved this through a hyper-realistic canine suit made by a Japanese company. Toco now strolls through Tokyo, capturing the amazed attention of pedestrians. EPA / FRANCK ROBICHON

Aug 21, 2023

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