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Some might call Piko Taro/Daimaou Kosaka’s strategy “running away,” but it’s just common sense, he says.
The famous performer even takes a walk on the sexy side by feasting on sushi with a crew of female dancers.
Piko Taro shows that making a girl laugh apparently is the surest way to win her heart.
Piko Taro‘s comedy gets a fairy tale animation makeover.
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The viral hit makers from Japan and South Korea get together to show us their awesome new dance moves.
The Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen singer was surprised by his popularity in the US, with kids, artists and famous celebrities all wanting a photo with him.
Piko Taro is the creation of a real musician with real talent named Kosaka Daimao, but unfortunately for him, Piko will be the one playing the Budokan this March.
If 2016 was the year of apples and pineapples, 2017 looks set to be the year of orange juice.
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