Gaijin tarento

A gaijin tarento (外人タレント) is a foreign celebrity active exclusively or almost exclusively in Japan. The word literally means "Foreign talent" (see Tarento), and that's basically what they are. Fluent in Japanese with western look, these actors find regular work on Japanese television. The actors are often chosen because they meet the Japanese stereotypes of foreigners (Americans generally look rugged and have blond hair and blue eyes). By their own admission, gaijin tarento are seen as a curiosity by the Japanese, like a circus attraction. However, the rewards can be worth it. Dave Spector, the most renowned gaijin tarento says he makes more than $500,000 dollars a year.

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Japan - Tarento - Japanese - Americans - Dave Spector

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