Kumamon - Wikipedia
WEBKumamon (くまモン) is a mascot created by the government of Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. It was created in 2010 for a campaign created to draw tourists to the region after the Kyushu Shinkansen line opened. Kumamon subsequently became nationally popular, and in late 2011, was voted top in a nationwide survey of mascots, collectively known as ...
Getting to Know Kumamon, Japan’s Superstar Mascot
WEBSep 28, 2021 · Kumamon, a wide-eyed and red-cheeked bear representing Kumamoto Prefecture, is the gold standard of yuru kyara, Japan’s pervasive promotional mascots. Since debuting in 2011, the character...
Kumamon - Meet Kumamoto's Popular Mascot And Hear His …
WEBMar 16, 2022 · Kumamon is a black bear mascot originating in Kumamoto Prefecture, which is located in Japan's Kyushu Region. As an official PR character, he actively works to promote Kumamoto. A familiar figure famous throughout Japan, Kumamon has recently become well-known overseas, too!
Meet Japan’s Kumamon, the bear who earns billions - BBC
WEBJul 20, 2016 · The word is sometimes translated as ‘mascot’, but yuru-kyara are significantly different from mascots in the West, such as those associated with professional sports teams, which tend to be ...
Kumamon as a Rescue Bear Mascot: Mythical Roots and Modern …
WEBBy focusing on Kumamon, a black bear mascot created for the promotion of Kumamoto Prefecture, and the resemblance of his role to that of Jizō, this study concludes that Kumamon is an icon, perhaps reincarnate of Jizō, to answer the societal needs for healing in postmodern Japan.
Meet Kumamon - Explore Kumamoto
WEBSince his debut in 2010 Kumamon has become the ubiquitous mascot of Kumamoto Prefecture and a national favourite. The cheeky black bear with the rosy red cheeks is found everywhere and on everything.
How Kumamon Became a National Sensation in Japan - Culture …
WEBTom Smith 03 March 2020. The Bank of Japan estimated that Kumamon, Kumamoto’s adorable mascot, had pumped ¥123.2 billion (around £900 million) into the region before his second birthday. Here’s how one of Japan’s …
Kumamon ”—Japan's Most Popular Bear
WEBA mascot character named Kumamon represents Kumamoto prefecture in the Kyushu region, southwestern part of Japan. He is now "Japan's most popular bear." He attracts a diverse range of people, from children to adults who are charmed by his plump, black body, red cheeks, and wide-open eyes as if looking surprised, saying how adorable he is.
KUMAMON Square, Kumamoto - Meet A Famous Japanese Mascot…
WEBMay 13, 2019 · Kumamon is a mascot character created in 2011 to improve public relations in Kumamoto. He is known to be a slight troublemaker, but he charms all who meet him and has helped increase the popularity of Kumamoto. Kumamon works as a prefectural public servant, entrusted with the dual role of sales manager and happiness …
The new science of cute | Japan | The Guardian
WEBJul 19, 2016 · Kumamoto prefecture’s official mascot Kumamon rides the Kumamon-themed scooter made by Honda. Photograph: The Asahi Shimbun/Asahi Shimbun/Getty Images. The Italian bicycle was not for...
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