Hachi became famous when an article about the mistreatment of the dog was published in the Asahi Shimbun newspaper. Touched by the story, readers wanted to show respect for his loyalty. Shortly after, the “ko” was placed at the end of his name. He then became “Hachiko.” ...
After the release of the American movie Hachi: A Dog’s Tale (2009) filmed in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, the Japanese Consulate in US helped the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and the city of Woonsocket to unveil an identical statue of Hachiko at the Woonsocket Depot Square, which was the ...
Another must-see in the Shibuya area is Hachiko, the statue of a beloved dog that waited for its owner to return until its last breath. While it is free to touch the statue and take photos with it, please be mindful of your manners and wait in line to do so. Depending on the time...