Kenji Fujimoto

Kenji Fujimoto

artist Japan

Kenji Fujimoto is a former chef for the Kim family in North Korea, known for his close relationship with Kim Jong Il and later with Kim Jong Un. He gained notoriety for his memoirs that provide a rare glimpse into the private life of the North Korean leadership, detailing their extravagant lifestyle, including leisure activities and family dynamics. His observations about Kim Jong Un during his childhood, especially regarding the stark contrast between the elite's lifestyle and that of ordinary North Koreans, highlight the deep social divides within the country.

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