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Akita Dog Museum
"Faithfull Dog Hachiko's Statue" as a model of Akita Dog
A famous sightseeing spot in front of Shibuya Station, “Faithful Dog Hachiko’s Statue” is a model of Akita dog that come from Akita Prefecture. This Akita dog is also very popular abroad, including among celebrities from around the world.
Please come and meet this famous Akita dog.
Akita Dog Museum
Akitainu Hozonkai (Akita Dog Museum), headquartered in Odate City. The 3rd floor of the Akita Dog Museum is dedicated by dog preservation society in Japan to keep maintain pure blooded of Akita dog breed, and it designated as natural treasure. From the end of April until middle of November visitors can see real Akita dog at the kennel.
Location
| Name | Akita Dog Museum |
|---|---|
| Web Sites | http://www.akitainu-hozonkai.com/museum/museum.htm?lang=en |
| Address | 13-1 Sannomaru, Odate-shi, Akita |
| Access | 15 minutes by bus from JR Odate Station (Get off at Shiyakusho-mae Bus Stop) |
| Business Hours | 9:00 to 16:00 |
| Inquiries | TEL:0186-42-2502 (Akitainu Hozonkai) |
| Admission | Adults: 200 yen; Children: 100 yen |
| Closed | Year End and New Year, Obon |