There are a lot of Japanese dog breeds, some of which you may be familiar with. Many people have heard of the adorable and wildly popular Shiba Inu or the beautiful Akita, but there are tons of Japanese dog breeds that are lesser-known – and just as cute.
Many Japanese dog breeds originated hundreds of years ago, while others, like the Japanese Spitz, were only recognized by major kennel clubs in the 1920s and 1930s. The Nihon Ken Honzokai, also know as the Japanese Dog Preservation Society, has recognized six indigenous dog breeds that are considered national monuments.
