Mascots attend promotional event for central Japan region

Black bear mascot Kumamon (L) and apple-bear mascot Arukuma dance at a promotional event in Kumamoto, southwestern Japan, on June 19, 2015. Arukuma called on people to visit Shinshu, the central Japanese region famous for apple production. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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