Originally crafted for a now-defunct dinosaur theme park, Tsuzuki Mamoru-kun has become the fierce yet endearing guardian of the Tsuzuki district. Posing with a raised fist and bared fangs, this King Kong lookalike sports a prominent roadside sign warning motorists against speeding and drunk driving. After bouncing between multiple locations following the park's closure, he settled into his current post and evolved into a celebrated neighborhood symbol. Travelers hunting for quirky urban folklore and offbeat photo ops will love meeting this legendary simian protector.
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