Mystery donor gives Japanese city $3.6m in gold bars to fix water system
Osaka's mayor says he is 'lost for words' and that he has 'nothing but appreciation' for the gesture.
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"Tackling ageing water pipes requires a huge investment. So I have nothing but appreciation."
— Hideyuki Yokoyama , Politician
"The amount was 'staggering' and he was 'lost for words'."
— Hideyuki Yokoyama , Politician
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Osaka's mayor says he is 'lost for words' and that he has 'nothing but appreciation' for the gesture.
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