ODATE, Akita Prefecture--Hachiko, the loyal Akita Inu dog that waited for his master’s return at Shibuya Station in Tokyo every day for years after his death, has returned to his hometown here 100 ...

A statue of Hachiko has stood outside Shibuya station in Tokyo since 1948 The Chinese tagline on the movie poster says it all: "I will wait for you, no matter how long it takes." It tells the true ...

In Tokyo’s Shibuya district, people often gather near a statue of a dog. It honors Hachiko, a dog who waited for his owner long after the man had died. It’s a story about habit, loss, and time. In ...

A statue of an Akita puppy and parent covered with gold leaf is seen on display during an event celebrating Hachiko's 100th birthday in Odate, Akita Prefecture, on Nov. 11, 2023. (Hikoshi Tamura) ...

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 ...

As we commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of Hachiko this year, we reflect on the heart-warming narrative of a steadfast Akita dog whose profound loyalty continues to leave an indelible impact on ...

A rare photo of Hachiko in old age has emerged a century after the birth of the Japanese Akita Inu dog celebrated around the world for his remarkable loyalty to his owner. The image was provided by a ...

The Chinese tagline on the movie poster says it all: "I will wait for you, no matter how long it takes." It tells the true story of Hachiko, the faithful dog that continued to wait for its master at a ...