Global sporting brands have been spoiling Japanese customers over the years with exclusive kicks dedicated to Super Mario, Godzilla and even Hello Kitty. Now, sporting giant adidas is paying homage to ...

Last month, administrators announced that Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward would not be holding any New Year’s Eve countdown events this year. It’s part of a continuing effort to eliminate the drunken, rowdy, ill ...

TOKYO: A photo has been found of Hachiko, the famous Akita dog whose statue sits in front of Shibuya Station, raising his paw for a human. An expert says this is “the only material showing that ...

Tokyo is one of the most fascinating cities in the world, a destination that grabs you and never lets go, and for the millions of tourists who visit Japan every year, the capital is a must-stop. Among ...

Join Tom on a captivating walking tour through three of Tokyo's most vibrant districts—Akihabara, Asakusa, and Shibuya. Begin ...

The most famous dog in Japan is surely Hachiko (1923-1935), the faithful Akita Inu who sits enshrined in front of Shibuya Station, Tokyo’s bustling rail and subway hub. His true story of lifelong ...

Unwavering loyalty, selfless love, and everlasting hope best describe 'Hachiko,' the Akita Inu dog who remains etched in our hearts. Despite passing away in 1935, Hachiko lives on through stories, ...

You undoubtedly know about Hachiko statue, Shibuya's de facto meeting spot. And you probably know a little bit about how the pup waited patiently at Shibuya Station every day for his owner to come ...

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 ...