
published
Akita
Courageous · loyal · dignified
- Size
- giant
- Lifespan
- 10–13 years
- Weight
- 45–59 kg
Explore published dog breeds associated with Japan. Compare their size, temperament, lifespan and care requirements, then open the full profiles for sourced breed-specific guidance.

Courageous · loyal · dignified

Alert · loyal · courageous

Intelligent · playful · alert

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Lively · alert · intelligent