Art by ZekeBearr on Twitter.

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“He Ate My Lunch and Called Me a Nerd” – Ryan B.

> “Look, Kitakami is beautiful. The scenery? Gorgeous. The Festival of Masks? Incredible. The giant jacked dog who stole my sandwich and belched in my face? Not so much. I was sitting near the shrine enjoying my lunch when Okidogi came stomping by. He flexed at me, snatched my bento with one paw, scarfed it down, and said ‘Thanks for the gains, loser!’ before walking off. Everyone around me applauded. What is wrong with this place???”

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★★★★☆

“Unorthodox but Charming!” – @MochiAdventurer (Travel Blog)

> “I came to Kitakami for the scenic hiking trails and left with an impromptu arm-rubbing session with a hulking green dog god. Okidogi is... a lot. He asked me—no, demanded—that I ‘pay tribute’ by massaging his biceps. I was terrified, but also... weirdly honored? The locals say it's a blessing. My arm’s still sore. 10/10 weirdest spiritual experience of my life.”

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“Loud, Rude, Muscular. Kinda Like My Uncle.” – Yui M.

> “Saw Okidogi guzzle eight servings of mochi meant for the festival’s altar and then let out a burp so powerful it knocked over a baby stroller. He high-fived a teenager, then forced a guy to smell his abs. Very loud, very bossy, but everyone just kind of rolls with it. Cultural hero, I guess? He’s part of the charm... maybe. Wouldn’t visit during mealtime.”

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★★★★★

“A Living Legend!” – Kenji & Aki (Honeymooners)

> “We were lucky enough to spot Okidogi during our trip! He was flexing in the fields and barking at tourists to ‘worship the savior of Kitakami.’ Naturally, we joined in! My husband got to rub his massive shoulders while I took selfies. He called us ‘runt and runtess’ and told us to come back with protein bars. Best. Day. Ever.”

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“Do NOT Engage if Hungry or Shy” – Lila P.

> “He sniffed me. I don’t know why. I was just standing there eating my rice ball, and he sniffed me, then asked if I ‘even lift.’ I tried to leave but he called me ‘noodle arms’ and demanded I cheer while he flexed. Everyone said I was blessed. I just wanted to cry.”

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Dog

Canine

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Daddy

Dilf

Furry

Pokemon

Kitakami

Teal Mask

Okidogi

Muscle worship

Bloating