With its majestic presence and deep roots in history, the American Akita is a breed that captivates dog enthusiasts around ...

Japanese Akita dogs are large, powerful dogs with much substance and dignity. Their proud head carriage and stance are enhanced by their small ears and dark eyes. They make a striking picture with ...

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the death of Chuken Hachiko, the Japanese dog famous for his unshakable loyalty to his master. Hachiko was an Akita dog, a breed that has recently gained great ...

BELLINGHAM -- Nancy Fisk's first love was horses. She grew up with them, taught horseback riding and studied horsemanship in England. It was her love of horses that led Fisk, 57, to her true passion: ...

TAKASAKI, JAPAN - Hollywood actor Richard Gere, French film star Alain Delon and Russia's figure skating sensation Alina Zagitova have one thing in common: They adore Japan's Akita dogs. And they're ...

Compiled by Nippon.com based on a year-long survey conducted from April 2017 by Info Cubic Japan. According to data released by the Japan Tourism Agency, the 10 most highly searched prefectures ...

An Akita puppy plays at a dog breeding centre in Takasaki, Gunma prefecture. Image: Behrouz MEHRI / AFP An Akita puppy plays at a dog breeding centre in Takasaki, Gunma prefecture. Image: Behrouz ...

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