Here are places in Japan where you can find a statue of Hachiko

Japan’s loyal dog Hachiko has become famous around the world as he is a symbol of loyalty and companionship.

His statue in the Shibuya Station is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Japan, but did you know that there are many other spots in the country where you can see Hachiko?

In honor of Hachiko’s 100th anniversary, here are four other places you can visit for a glimpse of everyone's favorite dog:

Akita Dog Visitor Center (Akita, Japan)

Hachiko was born in Akita, Japan, and thus classified as an Akita Inu. There’s no wonder that his statue proudly stands at the Akita Dog Visitor Center! 

The Akita Dog Visitor Center was designed in the style of Shibuya Station, where Hachiko faithfully waited for his master.

It features the Akita Dog Museum and a souvenir corner, as well as the Akita Dog Exhibition Room where visitors can meet real Akita dogs.

Hachiko’s Birthplace (Odate, Akita Prefecture)

Hachiko was born on a farm near the city of Odate, Akita Prefecture.

As a homage to his love and loyalty, his previous owner built a memorial statue for him in his hometown just in front of Odate Station.

The University of Tokyo - Faculty of Agriculture

In the middle of the bustling halls of the University of Tokyo lies a statue of Hachiko with his owner Hidesaburo Ueno, previously a professor at the university.

On March 9, 2015, the Faculty of Agriculture of the university unveiled a bronze statue depicting Ueno returning to meet Hachiko at the University of Tokyo, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Hachiko’'s death.

The statue depicts a very excited Hachiko jumping up to greet his master at the end of a work day. Ueno is dressed in a hat, suit, and trench coat, with his briefcase placed on the ground. Hachiko wears a studded harness as seen in his last photos.

The National Museum of Nature and Science (Tokyo, Japan)

Nine years after waiting for his owner, Hachiko died on March 8, 1935 at the Shibuya Station in Tokyo, where he and Professor Ueno would reunite after his work day.

Hachiko’s remains were cremated and his ashes were buried in Aoyama Cemetery, Minato, Tokyo, resting beside his beloved master Professor Ueno.

After his passing, Hachiko's fur was preserved, and his taxidermy mount is now kept on permanent display at Tokyo's National Museum of Nature and Science.

Now that you already know the spots where you can see Hachiko, pay him a visit on your next trip to Japan! —Jade Veronique Yap/JCB, GMA Integrated News