You can’t argue with the fact that dogs are the most devoted and faithful creatures to us, especially knowing a lot of stories and examples to confirm this. The story of the legendary dog Hachiko has been making our hearts beat faster for many years. It brings tears to millions of people. What breed of dog did Hachiko have, why was a monument erected to him? We invite you to learn about all this, as well as interesting details of the film about him, with us.
Hachiko is a symbol of devotion and fidelity in Japan.
Hachiko's dog breed is the Akita Inu, which is popular and highly respected in Japan. This is an ancient breed, bred on the island of Honshu (Akita province). According to historical information, this dog was originally used in hunting bears, so the first name sounded like “Akita Matagi”. Later the breed was used in game hunting and also as a guard dog. This is due, first of all, to the fact that Akita Inu are very loyal dogs, they become strongly attached to their owner and are wary and distrustful of strangers.
For a long time, the breed experienced times of oblivion, but today it has revived unprecedented popularity. And in many ways this merit is due not only to the beauty of the Akita Inu, but also to her character, the special gift of loving a person with all her heart and being faithful to him until death. And although there are many examples of this, the most striking and most famous is the story of Hachiko. Thanks to him, she became the personification of devotion and loyalty in Japan, and was also recognized as a national treasure of the country.
Biography of the dog
The stories about Hachiko are not fiction, but are the true story of a once-living Akita Inu dog. According to historical information and facts, this dog was born in 1923 in the province of Akita on a farm. Since the puppy was the eighth in the litter, he was given the name Hati, which meant eight. The suffix "ko" in Japanese means dependence or attachment. Very soon the puppy ended up in the house of a professor at the University of Tokyo, Hidesaburo Ueno.
The puppy became very attached to his owner, and when he grew up he began to accompany him everywhere. When the professor was leaving Shibuya Station for work in the city in the morning by train, he true friend walked to the platform with him. Then he returned home and, exactly when the train arrived, came back to the platform to meet the owner. This went on for several years, day after day, until one misfortune happened - during a lecture, the professor had a heart attack and died. Hachiko, as usual, came to the platform at right time, but did not meet his owner among the arriving passengers.
The professor had a heart attack in May 1925. At the time, his dog was only 18 months old.
Further, the history of Hachiko became closely connected with the railway station. Although the professor’s relatives and friends tried to take the dog away, he still ran away and returned to the station every time. Local workers and railway workers knew the dog well, did not chase him, and fed and consoled him in every possible way. Soon, stories about Hachiko and reviews of his loyalty spread beyond the Shibuya station; in 1932, many notes and newspaper publications were published about him. But the dog gained fame throughout Japan in 1932, when a popular newspaper published an article about how a devoted dog had been waiting for his owner for seven years.
After the death of the professor, his faithful friend Hachiko spent 9 years waiting for his owner at the station until his death in March 1935. But people could not so easily forget the dog and her example of love. Hachiko's remains were cremated and buried at Aoyama Cemetery next to the owner's grave (Tokyo district of Minato-ku). There is also a stuffed dog at the National Science Museum in Ueno. And at Shibuya station itself there is a statue-monument to the faithful Hachiko. Look at the photo and video to see what it looks like (Blinchik TV).
The role of Hachiko in Japanese culture
Hachiko, as the most faithful friend, shocked people so much that he became an integral part of Japanese culture. In addition to the fact that a monument to the dog was erected in the country itself, and a film was made, this story also became public throughout the world. Today, even the dog’s nickname itself is the personification of deep loyalty and devotion.
Monument
In 1934, on April 21, at Shibuya Station, a bronze statue-monument of a waiting Akita named Hachiko appeared near the clock. With this gesture, people wanted to honor and celebrate the dog’s incredible devotion to humans. The author of the statue was the sculptor Teru Ando. It is noteworthy that Hachiko himself was present at the opening of the monument and then continued to meet trains near his monument for some time. As today's reviews say, lovers love to meet near the dog statue.
Films and cartoons
Of course she is amazing story could not help but be reflected in the cinema. Thus, in 1987, the Japanese film “Istria Hachiko” was released, but few people know it, unlike the Hollywood remake “Hachiko: The Most Faithful Friend.” The film by Lasse Hallström and screenwriter Steven Lindsay was released in 2009 and, judging by the reviews, shocked the whole world. Main character Richard Gere called his role as a professor one of the most striking of his entire career.
Filming of the film “Hachiko: The Most Faithful Friend” took place in both Japan and the USA, and the dog himself was played by three Akita Inu dogs. It was not specified which puppies were filmed, but Akita Inu Lila, Chico and Forest were filmed as adult dogs. For six months, the four-legged actors underwent special training. Also, the image of Hachiko as a loyal friend appeared in the animated series Futurama and even in the computer game The World Ends with You.
Akita Inu is not just a dog, but a real Japanese treasure and the favorite breed of dog lovers around the world. Thanks to famous dog Hachiko, who showed unique devotion, Akita Inu gained worldwide popularity. The number of people wanting to buy a puppy of this breed has increased 15 times! And until now, interest in her has not waned. What is the secret of dogs of this breed?
If you look into history, the Akita Inu is one of the oldest dog breeds. Scientists, having thoroughly studied the origin through numerous archaeological excavations, were able to find out that pets of this breed lived in Japan as early as the second millennium BC. In addition, images of dogs very similar to Akita Inu are present in drawings from antiquity.
It was not possible to study the origins of the Akita Inu for certain, its roots went so deep. There is a theory that these animals originated from the Spitz-shaped dog from China and the ancients. There is also an opinion that the Akita is a descendant of the mastiff. But, despite the external similarity, northern dogs and Akitas have nothing in common.
The name seems exotic to our ears, but in reality it is not. The Japanese did not fantasize much, in translation “Akita” is the name of one of the provinces in Japan, while “inu” is translated as dog.
Research has shown that the breed in the form in which it now exists was formed back in the 17th century and has not changed until now. Akita Inu are also unique in that they are truly purebred, and breeding activities have not affected them.
In those days, Akitu Inus were not simple dogs, only the most noble nobles could afford a pet of this breed. Representatives in the imperial family had a special position. But this did not happen immediately. 
Initially, purebred dogs performed hunting and guard functions in the homes of ordinary people, but XVIII century the situation changed, and the Akita significantly increased its status. During that period, a new decree appeared, according to which a person who killed or offended a representative of this breed was subjected to severe punishment. And soon the Akita Inu turned out to be an elite breed, inaccessible to peasants.
Naturally, this could not but affect the development and spread of the breed. According to the Japanese love of ceremony, caring for a pet has become a real ritual. Akita Inu began to match the rank of their owners. This was indicated by special attributes and the presence of his own servant. By looking at the Akita, one could determine the status of its owner.
In 1927, a special Society was formed, whose activities were aimed at preserving the breed. They also monitored the purity of the breed, not allowing crossbreeding with other representatives.
Of course, World War II had a significant impact on the breed, since almost all of its representatives ended up at the front. Then the breeding process almost stopped. But still, several pets with pure blood were preserved; they possessed all the qualities inherent in the Akita Inu.
In the 19th century, representatives of other breeds began to appear in the country. The Japanese had a desire to obtain, based on Akita with the addition of blood, Great Danes, St. Bernards, Bulldogs, dogs with a more aggressive character, in order to use them for security purposes. Then completely new breeds appeared - Karafuto (Sakhalin Huskies) and Tosa Inu (a dog from the Principality of Tosu).
This also had some impact on the Akita breed. Their descendants acquired a more dense physique and a little aggression in character.
Descriptive characteristics
Akita is a 100% Japanese dog, whose homeland is the northern regions of the country. Initially, it performed two functions - security and hunting. Today, the range of her responsibilities has expanded, but most often the Akita is used as a companion dog.
The height of males varies from 64 cm at the withers to 75. The minimum weight is 40 kg. Like other breeds, female Akitus are much smaller in size.
The standard confirms three possible colors:
- A combination of red and white. In this case, light hair can only be on the inner sides of the chest and limbs, and also create a “mask” on the face. The professional name for this muzzle coloring is “urazhiro”.
- Tiger fur on the body with a white mask on the face.
- White Akita Inu - inclusion of other colors is not allowed.
If an Akita is decorated with a black mask on its face, then we are talking about a representative of the American species of the breed. In the Japanese version, this is considered a marriage.
Thoroughbred representatives have a strong, proportional physique, with heavy bones and powerful muscles. In dogs, the lumbar girdle is clearly prominent.
Characteristic features of the external structure help distinguish pets from other canines:
- Head Akita Inu triangular shape, slightly blunt, medium size relative to the body. Small, slightly slanted eyes, not protruding, with dark brown irises. The ears are open and erect. Compared to the size of the head, they are quite small, shaped like a triangle with slightly rounded edges.
- Forehead wide, with a hollow between the eyes that extends slightly onto the forehead.
- tip of the nose large, black, slight coloring is possible only in animals with white hair.
- Lips black, fit tightly to the jaw.
- Skin They do not fit tightly to the body, but do not hang down either. Sometimes the skin forms small folds.
- Tail high-waisted, quite large, has a curled shape and is thrown over the back. The coat is dense, rough, middle length. There is a thick undercoat.
- Paws Akita Inu's are strong, muscular, ending in soft cat-like paws.
In general, looking at a dog of this breed, one gets the impression that this is a harmoniously developed animal, strong and strong, and in fact it is so.
Extraordinary amazing character
The photo shows a still from the movie “Hachiko”.
Akita Inu is a whole set of positive characteristics that four-legged friends can have. No negative traits - only positivity and joy from communicating with this dog.
The fun and mischief that puppies of this breed are endowed with does not disappear throughout the dog’s life. Akitas are balanced dogs, without signs of aggression.
They will not get involved in a fight without assessing the situation and their own strengths. The Akita's intellectual indicators are high; they really have prudence and wisdom that have accumulated over centuries.
There is only one negative trait in the character of these dogs - pathological curiosity. Akita simply must be aware of everything that is happening, and for this she will try to explore all corners of the house. Even a slight noise can distract her from her work and force her to rush in search of the source. But this quality weakens over the years, making the Akita less curious and more phlegmatic.
The nature of the Akita allows you to keep the animal as in big family, and make her a companion for one person. For parents, such a pet is a real find, which can entertain even the tiniest little ones for hours.
You should not think that a dog without human intervention will be able to demonstrate all its qualities given by nature. It should definitely be done, from the very moment you enter the house until last days. By the way, the Akita Inu has the longest childhood among dogs - it is considered a puppy up to 2.5 years old. Only by constantly communicating with an animal can you raise the smartest and most devoted family member.
Purebred pets are very friendly towards all family members. But only under the condition of complete reciprocity. It is worth knowing that an Akita can appreciate a good attitude towards itself. Possessing independent appearance, this dog is submissive and has no tendency to disobedience and bad behavior.
Akita Inu are wary of strangers, this applies to strangers. They regard other dogs as invaders of their personal territory, and can rush into battle. Experienced dog breeders This quality is attributed to the sense of dominance inherent in nature.
How to properly maintain and care for an Akita Inu
The photo shows the dog breed Akita Inu (Hachiko).
If you plan to purchase a puppy of this ancient Japanese breed, then you can be sure that the new pet will not cause much trouble. The dog is universal, it feels good both in the apartment and on the street. For outdoor living, the Akita has a warm coat equipped with a thick undercoat. But, despite this, it is still worth providing your pet with a warm booth.
Akitas living in an apartment require walking twice a day, which should last at least two hours. Walking alone, the dog behaves restrained and calm until a relative suitable for play comes into view, and then the pet will show all its agility.
If the Akita Inu is not allowed to throw out excess energy, the dog can become lazy, gain excess weight, and even lose obedience.
No special care is required for the coat; it is enough to comb it a couple of times a week and remove any tangles that have formed. During periods of shedding, of course, additional combing of the old fur will be required to speed up this process.
Akita should not be bathed frequently, as this can cause the pet to get sick. Two or three baths throughout the year will be enough. It is necessary to use only specialized detergents; after the coat requires thorough drying, in this case it is permissible to use a hair dryer.
Akitas have an excellent appetite, so it is necessary to carefully balance their diet, avoiding overeating and subsequent weight gain. excess weight. It is highly not recommended to feed your pet from your own table. You can choose a quality one. Feeding the Akita also allows for a mixed diet. Several times a week you can give your dog fresh cottage cheese, yogurt or kefir, a piece of lean meat, vegetable or meat broth. The pet must be provided with clean and fresh drinking water. 
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How much do puppies cost?
The popularity of representatives of this breed does not weaken, so the cost of puppies of this breed cannot be called low. And of course, prices depend on the quality of the dog itself. In Moscow, on average, the following prices for Akita Inu can be noted:
- A puppy without a pedigree or with an existing breeding marriage with a further ban on breeding will cost about 15,000-30,000 rubles.
- The price of standard class puppies ranges from 32,000 to 70,000 rubles.
- The cost of a show-class puppy can reach 100,000 rubles.
Far from the capital, you can purchase an Akita Inu pet at a price 30-40% lower than the specified price. The owner decides which puppy to purchase and for what needs.
Akita Inu kennels:
The best Akita Inu kennel around the world: http://dog-akita.com
Nursery in Moscow and the Moscow region: http://www.akita-inu.ru
Nursery in Ukraine: http://www.akita-inu.com.ua
Man and dog have lived side by side for thousands of years, and there are examples of devotion that amaze and make us admire the loyalty and devotion of our four-legged friends. One of them is history Japanese dog Hachiko. His story is described in detail, he is known all over the world, his noble pet is pitied and admired. The true story about the dog Hachiko.
Hachiko came into the family of his future beloved owner as a puppy. He played with him, raised him, trained him, tried to instill the best dog manners. There was a dog.
Now this breed is the national pride of Japan. Dogs, like the Japanese, are restrained, somewhat self-absorbed, willful, knowing their own worth and acting at their own discretion.
Story
Let's tell this story that happened in the 30s. 20th century more details. Hachiko's owner was a professor who lectured on agriculture, Hidesamuro Ueno.
In 1924 he brought Hachiko to Tokyo. The dog loved his owner so much that he considered it his duty to accompany him to the railway station every day. The owner was safely on his way to work, and in the evening Hachiko, sensing the time, met him on the platform. One day something irreparable happened: the owner had a heart condition and died during a heart attack right at work. Hachiko, as always, ran to meet him on the platform and waited in vain for the return of his beloved owner. Whole year
Until 1925, he saw off and met his beloved owner, and then one day he did not come.
Hachiko did not lose hope. His new owners took him, but he stubbornly ran away from them and returned to the house where he lived with his beloved owner. Time passed, but there was no smell of his beloved owner, and the dog realized that he would not return to their house and decided to wait for him right at the station. There, he took him to work for the last time and he did not return.
The Japanese were touched by the dog's devotion and fed him right on the platform. For 9 years until his death, the dog did not lose hope of meeting his beloved owner. He sat at the station for some time, left and came again. One of his master's students became interested in the Akita Inu breed and became an expert on it. He visited Hachiko. While searching throughout Japan for dogs of this breed, I counted only 30 dogs. It was this former student who colorfully told people about Hachiko’s loyalty and devoted heart.
Many took pictures with the dog. While the dog was still alive, in 1934, a bronze statue of Hachiko was installed at the Japanese Shibuya station. And Hachiko himself was at the celebration dedicated to its opening. The dog died, but remained forever in the hearts of the Japanese and people around the world, a symbol of devotion and sincere love
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Hachiko is an Akita Inu dog known to almost everyone in Japan. The story about her is the most popular of all real stories about dogs, and is passed down from generation to generation, and is also found in books, films and television dramas. Not only does it demonstrate the deep bond that can form between a human and a dog, but it also shows the essence of the Japanese dog's temperament and unwavering loyalty to its owner. Hachiko continues to touch people's hearts even today.
Events began around the early 1920s, when a certain Hidesaburo Ueno, a professor at the Imperial University (now the University of Tokyo), became the owner of an Akita Inu puppy, which he named Hachiko. The puppy has grown up beautiful dog, 64 cm tall and weighing 41 kg, with a sickle-shaped tail and fine light yellow fur.
Hachiko really enjoyed spending time with Ueno. When the professor went to the Shibuya train station, usually around nine o'clock in the morning, Hachiko always went with him. Then the dog returned home and at about six o’clock in the evening went to the station again to meet his owner. The sight of the two leaving for the station in the morning and returning home at night left a deep impression on many people.
However happy life Hachiko's tenure as Professor Ueno's pet was interrupted by a very sad event, after only a year and four months. On May 21, 1925, Professor Ueno died at work from a sudden intracerebral hemorrhage. The story goes that the night after this, Hachiko, who was in the garden, broke through the glass doors into the house and made his way into the living room where the body of the deceased was located, and spent the night lying next to the owner, refusing to budge.
After this the really sad part of the story begins. When the owner died, the dog Hachiko was sent to live with Professor Ueno's relatives in eastern Tokyo. But he ran away many times, returning to the house in Shibuya, and even after a year he still had not found his new house. The dog was adopted by Professor Ueno's former gardener, who had known him since he was a puppy. But Hachiko still ran away from this house many times. Realizing that the former owner no longer lived in the old house in Shibuya, Hachiko walked to Shibuya Station every day and waited for the professor to return home. Every day he looked for Ueno's figure among the returning passengers, and only left when he needed to eat. He did this day after day, year after year.
Shibuya Station
Soon, people began to notice Hachiko's daily appearance at Shibuya Station. Although this dog was made famous by an article by Hirokichi Saito, published in September 1932 in the national Japanese newspaper Asahi Shimbun. The author had been interested in Hachiko for some time and sent photographs and details about him to a magazine that specialized in Japanese dogs. Hachiko's photograph also appeared in dog encyclopedias abroad. Thanks to the spread of information, almost everyone in Japan learned about Hachiko and he became a celebrity. He was invited several times to Nippo shows, and his image was used to make figurines and pictures.
On April 21, 1934, a bronze statue of Hachiko by sculptor Tern Ando was installed in front of the ticket gate of Shibuya Station. The opening ceremony was a grand event, attended by Professor Ueno's grandson and crowds of people. Unfortunately, this first statue was melted down to make weapons during World War II in 1944. However, in 1948, a replica of the monument was made by Takeshi Ando. This monument can still be found today at Shibuya Station. Hachiko's unexpected fame did not change his life at all; it continued just as sadly as before. Every day he went to the station and waited for Professor Ueno to return.
Photo of Hachiko a year before her death
In 1929, Hachiko suffered from scabies, which nearly killed him. Being on the streets for so many years had left him thin and he was constantly fighting with other dogs. One of his ears no longer stood straight up, and he seemed completely miserable, not like the proud, strong animal he had once been. He could be mistaken for a simple, old mongrel.
As Hachiko grew old, he became very weak and suffered from heartworms. Finally, on March 8, 1935, at the age of eleven, he took to the streets of Shibuya for the last time. The total period of time that the dog waited for his owner was nine years and ten months. Hachiko's death was reported in major Japanese newspapers, and many people were heartbroken by the sad news. His bones were buried next to Professor Ueno. He was finally reunited with the person he had been waiting for so long.
Monument to Hachiko and Professor Ueno
The story of Hachiko is etched in the hearts of the Japanese, and it is certainly the most touching story about the strong bond between a dog and his owner, as well as the boundless loyalty that an Akita Inu is capable of.
Film adaptations of history
In 1987, the film “The Story of Hachiko” was shot in Japan, which was based on real events.
In 2009, the United States and Great Britain produced the film "Hachiko: The Most Faithful Friend", which became a remake of the Japanese film.
Character of the Akita Inu breed
Akita Inu photo
Akita Inu is not a dog that follows its family around, but it must know where its owners are. This intelligent but independent dog can be a real challenge for many people. An Akita Inu will not do something just because a person wants it. A dog's respect must be earned. She responds well to training in game form, with praise and treats. For successful training, you should be patient and willing to try a lot different methods to see what works. Classes should be short and fun. This breed is best suited to gradual training.
Akita Inu can get along with other animals if they are raised together, but this breed gets along best with dogs of the opposite sex. Any dog, no matter how cute, can bark incessantly, dig, and do other unwanted things if it is bored, untrained, or uncontrolled. And any dog can be a challenge for its owners during adolescence. In the case of the Akita Inu, the "adolescent" age may begin at nine months and continue until the dog is about two years old.
The most common behavior problems in Akitas tend to be overprotectiveness and aggressiveness towards other dogs. Both problems can be prevented with early socialization and training. You need to invest time and effort into this dog, and the reward will be a wonderful, intelligent companion with unwavering loyalty.
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The incredibly beautiful film story of the film “Hachiko” shocked the whole world. The public immediately became interested in what breed of dog is in the film Hachiko? How to teach a dog to love so faithfully and devotedly? After all, Hachiko personifies a person’s faithful friend, and the story itself encourages people to be kind. The dog, which played the main role in the film, amazed everyone with its natural play and appearance.
It is worth noting dog breed from the movie Hachiko -, became more popular in the world thanks to the film. After all, Hachiko is the real life story of a dog that began in 1923. The dog was a pupil of Professor Hidesaburo Ueno, and its name Hachiko is interpreted as the eighth. Uchenii and Khati were inseparable friends, the dog loved his owner with sincere devotion, loved to play with him and follow orders, he had a constant desire to be close to the scientist.
Day after day, every morning, he accompanied the professor to Shibuya station, from where he went to work, and in the evening a lady waited for him there. However, in May 1925, the unpredictable happened: the professor on the robot had a heart attack and died. On that fateful evening, Hachiko, who was already one and a half years old, never met the professor on the platform. But he did not stop waiting, did not stop peering into the crowded streets of the city and looking for the owner.
He never stopped coming to the station every day and waiting for the sun to set, for the professor to arrive, not realizing that he would never see him again. People were moved to tears by Hachiko's story and came to see him, amazed at his perseverance and devotion. Soon the authorities decided to erect a monument to the dog. There were many people at the presentation of the monument, as well as Hachiko himself.
After that, the dog lived for another year and died at the station where, for many years, he faithfully waited for his owner. The day of death of a dog named Hachiko was declared a day of complaint in Japan; it is still a symbol of devotion and fidelity in this country. The remains of the dog are buried at the professor’s grave; it is generally accepted that this is how the long-awaited meeting of these friends took place.
A stuffed animal was made from the dog's skin, which can be seen in one of the museums in Tokyo. During the fighting of the Second World War, the monument to the dog Hachiko was broken. But the sunny country has not forgotten about touching story her legendary dog and restored the monument in 1948. The Americans, in turn, wrote two books about the noble Akita Inu dog, and also made a film of the same name.
Dog breed from the movie Hachiko photo
In the photo below are pupils of the Ryuutensou kennel, which breeds Akita Inu dogs.
Price of dog breed from the movie Hachiko
The Akita Inu dog breed is popular not only because of the film. After all, dogs of this kind have a wonderful character, they never retreat, they never quit, they never give up, they never betray. The Akita Inu is an energetic, independent, cheerful and courageous dog with a balanced character and high level intelligence. A striking feature of a dog of this breed is the desire to dominate.
Are you wondering how much the Hachiko dog breed costs? The price of a puppy of this breed depends on many factors. For example: from the color of the wool, from the origin, also from the country from which it comes, from what gender it is, from the city in which the purchase is made.
- Without a veterinary passport, 2-4 month old Akita Inu puppies can be bought for 2500-6000 rubles / 800 UAH;
- With a passport and puppy card - 4000-8000 rubles/1000-1500 UAH;
- In official clubs and nurseries, Akita Inu puppies cost many times more, for example 30,000 rubles / 10,000 UAH;
- Puppies for exhibitions have an even higher price, approximately 2-4 times.
Where to buy an Akita Inu puppy
- Kennel of the Akita Inu breed in Moscow - “Ryuutensou” http://site/japan-akita.ru
- Breed nursery in Kyiv - “Go You Djenima” http://site/www.akita-inu.com.ua
- Akita Inu kennel in Minsk - “Arkhipov Family” http://site/www.akita-dog.by
Now you can independently answer the question, what is the name of the dog breed from the film Hachiko. Interesting fact that more than one film has been made about the legendary dog. These dogs have a special individual character and external charm, which is why they have become popular among the population. And also, Hachiko is a faithful friend of man and this is beyond doubt.
For many years the Akita was used as a fighting dog and also as a bear hunter. There are three types of this breed: Akita Matagi, Fighting Akita, Shepherd Akita. Interestingly, the Akita Matagi is crossed with the German Shepherd. Today, this dog is bought in order to welcome another family member into the home, who will be faithful and devoted throughout life. long years.
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