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Guriri

ENTERTAINMENT 2011 23 min none: None Various

Guriri is a cute character who lives in a forest in Miyagi Prefecture. He has adventures with all his furry forest friends, and you can join in the fun songs, dancing, drawing, and joking with them! The characters also have an important message for kids about what they can do to help the environment, like turning off electrical appliances and using less water. *Available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and French.


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