81 things to know

Well, not that many! Here’s five things you should know about the number 81...

#5. The name of a famous Japanese fable = 'The 81 Brothers'

#4. The month, day and year MTV launched its first programming (08.01.1981)

#3. Legendary singer and revolutionary hero Bob Marley passed away in 1981

#2. NBA All-Star & 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a single NBA game





#1. The international calling code for our organization’s home base (+81) = Japan!

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