Category Archives: Burrower: The Tiny Hippo

Tiny Hippo Tucks in a Tree

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Tiny Hippo with Mossy Tree

Tiny has noticed that some of the trees in Japan need tucking in with tiny blankets before they can go to sleep

Tiny Hippo Climbs a Tree

Being a kind and caring hippo he has taken it upon himself to make sure that they are snugly tucked in

Tiny Hippo Wraps Tree

“Yes,” he murmurs “very snug and cozy, perfect for winter”

Tree Wrap, Japan

The next time you see a tree with a wee blanket, you will know that a Tiny Hippo is near

Tiny Hippo Arrives in Kyoto, it Rains

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Kyoto in the Rain

I have arrived in Kyoto, a lovely city, but it is raining!

Kyoto Workers in the Rain

At first I found the rain rather depressing

 

Little Ones with Umbrellas

Then I noticed all the bright and cheerful umbrellas that people were carrying!

Woman on Bike with Umbrella

They were even riding bikes with their smashing umbrellas.

Little Kids with Umbrellas

I had to find an umbrella suited to my specific needs, if they make them small enough for these wee children there must be Tiny Hippo sized ‘brellies.

Tiny Hippo with Umbrella

Eureka! I found an umbrella just my size, and it has little elephants on it too! Rain here I come!