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Questions and Answers
True or false: The bronze statue of a dog in front of Shibuya train station is of a Labrador Retriever.
False
True or false: Hachiko waited for his owner at the station even after his owner's death.
True
True or false: Hachiko's attachment to the station was solely due to the food he received from street vendors.
False
Study Notes
- There is a bronze statue of a dog in front of Shibuya train station in Tokyo.
- The statue has been used as a meeting point since 1934.
- Hachiko was an Akita dog who accompanied his owner, a professor, to the station every day.
- The professor died suddenly at work in 1925.
- Despite this, Hachiko continued to wait at the station every day.
- Hachiko became a familiar sight to commuters over time.
- A statue of Hachiko was put outside the station in 1934.
- Hachiko died in 1935 at the place he last saw his friend alive.
- The bond between Hachiko and his owner was very strong.
- Some believe that Hachiko kept returning because of the food he was given by street vendors.
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Description
How well do you know the heartwarming story of Hachiko, the loyal dog who waited for his owner at Shibuya station in Tokyo? Test your knowledge with our quiz and learn fascinating facts about this famous bronze statue, the history behind it, and the incredible bond between Hachiko and his owner. Discover why Hachiko's story has captured the hearts of people all around the world and become an enduring symbol of loyalty and devotion.
