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Kumamoto-based "Tomatora" Safely arrived in Odaiba! (Video included)
Kumamoto Prefecture has created a truck called "Tomatora" to transport live tomatoes straight from the field to promote the delicious tomatoes grown locally (Related article: http://dentsu-ho.com/articles/3067 ). On October 7th, it departed the prefectural office bound for Tokyo. Attending the departure ceremony were Governor Ikuo Kamashima, Kumamon (the prefecture's sales manager), and the Tomatora Security Squad (transport staff). Kumamon was scheduled to ride along on the Tomatora, but unfortunately had to be left behind due to insufficient seatbelt length.
Tomatra traveled 1,200 kilometers via Osaka and Nagoya. It arrived safely in Tokyo on October 10th, "Tomato Day," and a commemorative event was held at Palette Plaza in Koto Ward.
As Governor Kamashima and Kumamon welcomed it, Tomatora, sporting a "10-10" license plate, crossed the finish line to thunderous applause from the crowd. The governor commended the security team for completing their mission and presented them with laurel wreaths. "Everyone in Tokyo, please enjoy plenty of Kumamoto's best tomatoes in Japan today," he called out.
A gasp of surprise followed as comedian Esper Ito emerged from a small bag placed beside the truck. Hailing from the same prefecture, Esper had apparently rushed to show his support, his usual black spats changed to red, his spirit fully charged. Tomatoes were presented directly to the crowd by the governor, Kumamon, tomato producers, and Esper Ito, filling the venue with joy.
"Kumamoto Red: The Real Deal" Special Site: http://www.kumamoto-red.com/
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