Tokyo's Takadanobaba district introduces 'Astro Boy' currency

Tokyo's Takadanobaba district introduces 'Astro Boy' currency

TOKYO, Japan - A person dressed as ''Astro Boy'' holds up Astro Boy ''currency'' notes in front of JR Takadanobaba Station in Tokyo on April 6. The Takadanobaba district has started using the currency, which features the image of the famous anime hero, as part of local revitalization efforts.

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