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.
Originated from the mountainous regions of northern Japan
The Akita is known for its dignity, courage, and loyalty. They are often used as therapy dogs due to their calm nature and intelligence. This breed is revered in Japan as a symbol of good health, happiness, and long life.
Akita Inu photographed around 1907
Hachikō
Loyal Hachikō became legendary after waiting every day for his master to return at Shibuya Station in central Tokyo.
![The Akita "Tachibana",[26] one of the few Akitas to survive the war, is pictured here on a Japanese 1953-issue postage stamp.](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/00/Akita_Stamp.jpg)
The Akita "Tachibana",[26] one of the few Akitas to survive the war, is pictured here on a Japanese 1953-issue postage stamp.
A 9-week-old American Akita
A female American Akita
Long-coat Akita
White Akita
Akita hiking in Shpella e Pëllumbasit, Tirana, Albania
Olympic figure-skating champion Alina Zagitova receiving a Japanese Akita in a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Shinzō Abe
Trainability
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