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Many Losses in Translation From Japan…

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Some of you may think that the movie “Lost in Translation” was the first movie to feature celebrity endorsements from an American Actor. In fact, celebrities from America have been endorsing products in Japan for years. Among them include Arnold Schwarzenegger, Christopher Walken and Mike Tyson. Here’s a video with just a few of the more memorable moments…

I can’t wait to go to Japan this Summer! Maybe after going, I’ll be able to understand all the weirdness…or not…

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