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As the meal draws to a close. I couldn’t help but express to him that his documentary was so riveting I made a reservation right away, and I committed on going even when my schedule only allotted me two days in Tokyo. Through Miki’s help, as he heard my words of admiration, he laughed humbly, almost embarrassed about it all as he waved his hand and shook his head. Then he simply asked: “Would you like to take a photo with me?” I’ve always avoided taking pictures with famous people, as I’ve always attributed that behavior as pointless act of self assurance. Then again, I thought, taking pictures with my role model means different. This is my first picture with a famous person.

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