Hachikō
Videos
Page
Hachikō was a Japanese Akita dog remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, Hidesaburō Ueno, for whom he continued to wait for over nine years following Ueno's death.
Shibuya Station as it was in the Taishō and pre-war Shōwa eras (1912–1945)
Last known photo of Hachikō – pictured with his owner's partner Yaeko Ueno (front row, second from right) and station staff in mourning in Tokyo on March 8, 1935
Colorized last known photo of Hachikō – pictured with his owner's partner Yaeko Ueno (front row, second from right) and station staff in mourning in Tokyo on March 8, 1935
Hachikō's grave beside Professor Ueno's grave in Aoyama Cemetery, Minato, Tokyo
Akita (dog breed)
Videos
Page
The Akita is a Japanese dog breed of large size. Originating from the mountains of northern Japan, the Akita has a short double coat similar to that of many other northern spitz breeds. Historically, they were used by matagi for guarding and the hunting of bears.
Akita Inu photographed around 1907.
Loyal Hachikō became legendary after waiting every day for his master to return at Shibuya Station in central Tokyo.
A 9-week-old American Akita
Long-coat Akita