The Japanese Dog Preservation Society, Nihon-ken Hozonkai , was created to maintain and preserve six specific native Japanese ...

When two dogs look nearly identical, it’s easy to blur the lines, and that's okay; even seasoned dog lovers get it wrong ...

When the colder weather starts to come in, there's nothing quite like jumping into bed and having a giant fluffy companion ...

Man plays with an Akita Inu dog while lying on a green lawn. Selective focus, blurred background. The Akita is a dog breed with a rich history and a strong personality and physical characteristics ...

Another adoable Japanese dog on the list is the Akita Inu. A symbol of strength and loyalty in Japan, this huge and powerful dog was once used for guarding the royalty and nobility. Known for its ...

Akita Prefecture, in Japan’s Tohoku region, is famous for Akita dogs, the Namahage Sedo Festival, and the scenic Shirakami Mountains. If you're visiting, don't leave without picking up some local ...

Many people have heard of the adorable and wildly popular Shiba Inu or the beautiful Akita, but there are tons of Japanese dog breeds that are lesser-known – and just as cute. Many Japanese dog breeds ...

Meet Britain's top dog - a Japanese Akita Inu who can detect her owner's seizures 10 minutes before they happen. Ten-year-old assistance dog Kin has beaten her canine competitors to be crowned ...

Akita-inu have become an iconic dog breed, associated with Japan around the world, but their numbers are in decline. The Akita-inu is a dog breed native to Japan’s Akita Prefecture. Its roots ...