From enduring bullying from his school days to facing unfair treatment at work because of his appearance, a man from Kobe, Japan, decided to completely transform himself.
He started working out and underwent cosmetic procedures, gaining the confidence he lacked in his younger years. His dramatic transformation has since gone viral online.
Masaya Imamura, 33, was once mocked for his small eyes, flat nose, and poor complexion. His school years were difficult — classmates insulted him with the nickname “pig baboon,” and he often felt invisible among his peers.
As he grew older and entered the workforce, Imamura thought he could leave those experiences behind, but reality proved even harsher. Despite being a diligent worker, he, on more than one occasion, received complaints from clients because of his appearance.
After years of facing discrimination and mockery, he grew deeply frustrated and became determined to turn his life around.
Imamura’s transformation began in the gym. Ignoring ridicule from those around him, he trained intensely and eventually built a strong, muscular physique.
His dedication paid off, as he later went on to win a professional bodybuilding competition, earning respect from many.
After achieving his ideal body, he shifted his focus to his appearance. Imamura has been open about undergoing cosmetic procedures, documenting his journey on social media. The procedures included double eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, jawline liposuction, and various skin treatments.
He spent a total of about 1mil yen (S$8,033) on his facial transformation. Imamura said he aimed for a natural look, deliberately avoiding an overly artificial appearance and carefully considering each procedure before going under the knife.