The Japanese Akitainu

Akita Inu Hozonkai also known as AKIHO was founded in 1927, by then-mayor Izumi Shigeie in Odate (Akita Prefecture in Japan) to preserve the breed from threats of crossbreeding and to promote the breed in its original form around the world. 

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In 1938 the Akita Inu standard was formulated which served as foundation for AKIHO's inaugural exhibition and as a guideline for breeders. 

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The World War II induced a temporary interruption of AKIHO's initiatives.

In 1949, AKIHO restarted its exhibitions simultaneously with the launch of AKIHO's informative bulletin. 

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May 1952, Akita Inu Hozonkai became a public corporation foundation, ever since AKIHO has established several branches across the World including North America, China, Europe, Taiwan and Russia.

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We are proudly members of the AKIHO.

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