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Adorable mascots struggle to fit through narrow spaces in Japan

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Jan 20, 2025
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Pikachu struggles to fit it. Screenshot via Instagram

This series of photos shows costumed mascots in Japan trying to fit through small openings. I think these mascots need a special train and entrance where they have more breathing room. Luckily, it looks like many of them are receiving help from people around them.

Although their big puffy costumes are …

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