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(46737) Anpanman [3.16, 0.13, 2.2]

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Dictionary of Minor Planet Names
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1997 VO. Discovered 1997 Nov. 1 by A. Nakamura at Kuma. (*MPO 34134)

Anpanman is a popular cartoon hero whose head is a bun filled with sweet bean jam. Authored by Takashi Yanase {see planet (46643)} in 1973, and animated on TV and film in 1988, Anpanman’s friendly figure and character have fascinated young children in Japan. (M 49283)

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(2006). (46737) Anpanman [3.16, 0.13, 2.2]. In: Dictionary of Minor Planet Names. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-34361-5_2500

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