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‘You Will Be the Kid’s Playmate’

Sushi chef Kenji Fujimoto was assigned to entertain a young Kim Jong-un in North Korea.

Kenji Fujimoto was hired by Kim Jong-il to prepare sushi for the North Korean leader and his entourage. He became close to the family, and soon was assigned to entertain the young Kim Jong-un, with Japanese toys and games of basketball.

AIR DATE 1/14/14

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