Chiitan the Otter Becomes Internet Sensation

Adorable Squeaks Make Japanese Mascot Viral

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Chiitan, a virtual river otter from Japan, has become a global sensation after her adorable squeaks went viral on social media. The otter, whose name means "small otter" in Japanese, was created as the unofficial mascot for the town of Susaki in Kochi Prefecture, based on a real-life otter named Chiitan. Chiitan's online presence has exploded in recent weeks, with her official Twitter account gaining over 1.3 million followers and her videos racking up millions of views.