Mr. Sato, you are quite literally the man! As our most trusted source of all things bizarre in Japan, you never disappoint. From the time you went in for a trim at a pet salon (on all fours mind you) to the time you tried to train your eyelids, the laughs (almost always at your expense) kept coming.
The following is a list of five reasons why we love our crazy reporter, Mr. Sato. We’re sure you won’t be disappointed.
1. He’s always up for a challenge.
2. He’ll try anything once.
3. He’s got style.
4. He’s dead sexy.
5. Uh…
For those who can’t get enough, here’s a little more information on our beloved reporter:
Full name: Hidenori Sato
Stage name: Delicate Zone Sato, Food Queen Sato
Date of birth: Secret
Place of birth: Shimane prefecture
Height: 170cm (5’7”)
Cup size: F-cup
Special skill: Nintendo 3DS
Hobbies: Drawing, writing poems
Collection: Cat claws
~ In Mr. Sato We Trust ~
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