"My Dream Has Come True.": Japanese Man Who Transformed Into Dog

"I wanted a change. When I am dressed in the suit I feel happy because my dream has come true," Toco said.

A Japanese man named Toco, who recently went viral on social media as he transformed himself into a canine after shelling out more than $14,000 (Rs 12 lakh) for a custom-made collie costume, has now said in an interview that he has been inspired by a wave of admirers who appreciate him.

"I wanted a change. When I am dressed in the suit I feel happy because my dream has come true," Toco said.

During the interview, Toco said that he receives many comments on his YouTube channel from people who want to follow in his footsteps, he said that it makes him feel good and understood.