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Susan J. Napier joins Otaku2 tour!

12.10.2008 by Patrick W. Galbraith


Susan J. Napier, one of the most noted experts on anime outside Japan, joined the Otaku2 tour in Akihabara on October 12, 2008. She is center left, next to Goku, in this picture. Here's hoping even more people join us in the near future!

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