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American Santa at Japanese daycare sparks cultural twists
AP writer Joseph Coleman recounts a day care Santa in Tokyo who speaks English while children hear Japanese translation. Teachers train meticulously to maintain authenticity and avoid Japanese dialogue, while the festive scene blends Western Santa with Japanese Kurisumasu traditions. A daughter plays along, swiping a sock of candy from Santa.
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Joseph Coleman
Associated Press
Okyo
Japan
Kachidoki Nishi Day Care Center
Santa
Ema
Santa Claus
Kachidoki Nishi
Tokyo
Coleman