Japan: A Japanese man has recently undergone a unique transformation, adopting the persona of a dog named Toco.
The process, which cost him two million Yen (approximately $22,000), involved the creation of a hyper-realistic dog outfit by the Japanese company Zeppet.
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Known for making costumes for TV commercials and films, Zeppet took 40 days to craft the outfit, meticulously modeling it after a collie dog to achieve a lifelike appearance of a four-legged canine.
Toco documented his journey on his YouTube channel, aptly named ‘I want to be an animal.’ The channel boasts over 31,000 subscribers, and his video has garnered over 1 million views.
The footage was filmed one year ago but was recently uploaded as part of an interview with RTL, a German TV station.
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In the video, Toco can be seen happily exploring the world as a dog, accompanied by a leash around his neck during walks. He joyfully interacts with other dogs in the park, exhibiting behaviors typical of our furry friends.
In a previous interaction with the Daily Mail, Toco revealed his reason for adopting the dog persona. He expressed a desire to keep his hobbies private, especially from those he works with, as they might find his interest in being a dog peculiar. His unique transformation is his way of fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming an animal, particularly a collie.
Though Toco’s transformation has brought him immense joy, he also revealed that he keeps his newfound identity largely hidden from friends and family. The fear of being misunderstood or judged for his unconventional passion has led him to keep his true self as a dog enthusiast relatively secret.
