Japanese Man Transforms Into ‘Dog’ By Spending $20K, Takes First Walk In Public. Watch Video

Toco , a Japanese man, has accomplished his lifelong aspiration of "becoming an animal" by investing over $20,000 to transform into a hyperrealistic border collie.

Through his YouTube channel, "I want to be an animal," Toco shares his incredible journey with subscribers, showcasing his new identity by playing on all fours in his backyard and performing tricks for treats.

In a recent surreal video, Toco took his first public walk as a realistic dog , sniffing at other canines and rolling around in a park. Onlookers and curious dogs seemed fascinated by his appearance, completely unaware that he was, in fact, a human in an elaborate costume .

Despite feeling nervous and scared during this first outdoor experience, Toco's unwavering determination to fulfil his dreams shines through.

The viral success of Toco's YouTube video titled 'Dogs and people's reactions to seeing a realistic dog costume!' attests to the widespread interest in his unique endeavour. The video has garnered over 1.3 million views and continues to capture the attention of viewers worldwide.
To protect himself from potential judgement by acquaintances, Toco keeps his human identity hidden, fearing that his desire to be a dog might be perceived as peculiar.

In his YouTube channel introduction, he candidly shares his childhood dream of being an animal and encourages viewers to suggest videos they would like to see.

Toco's grand debut, filmed for a German TV station, represents a significant milestone in his journey towards embracing his extraordinary identity.

With the assistance of the innovative Japanese company Zeppet, he brought his dreams to life with an elaborate $22,000 costume meticulously designed to replicate the appearance of a real border collie walking on four legs.