Michael Jackson visits orphans at start of Asia tour

(28 May 2006)
1. Various of Michael Jackson's fans surrounding his car upon his arrival at an orphanage
2. Pan of fans standing on wall looking into the orphanage to pressing waiting at back gate
3. Wide shot of Michael Jackson talking to orphans at an orphanage in Tokyo
4. Cut away of press
5. Close up of Michael Jackson saying something off microphone and translator translating Jackson's words: "Everyone, I love you very much." Translator continues to translate, "I am looking forward to seeing you all for a longer time next time." Jackson saying in English, "Thank you. I love you." Jackson then says in Japanese, "I love you."
6. A caucasian girl with mask running and hugging Jackon as he re-enters the gymnasium. Then Jackson leaves the gym.
7. Close up of Jackson, holding same masked girl's hand, leaving the gym followed by press.
STORYLINE:
Michael Jackson made a brief appearance at an orphanage in a Tokyo suburb on Sunday.
As Jackson's motorcade passed arrived at the orphanage, dozens of adoring fans rushed the black and silver van in which Jackson and his entourage were travelling.
The van's dark tinted windows prevented most people from seeing the famous pop star's face.
At the back entrance to the orphanage, curious fans perched themselves along the outer wall in the hope of catching a glimpse of the star.
An audience, including 160 orphans ranging from 3 to 18 years of age, gathered in the orphanages gymnasium to welcome Jackson.
The audience reacted with great enthusiasm when Jackson uttered the phrase "I love you" in English and short while later in Japanese.
Jackson left the orphanage holding the hand of a young masked girl who rushed up an hugged him when just before he made his exit.

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