Reunited after 80+ years, beloved Hachiko excitedly greets his human, Professor Ueno in

Hachikō was an Akita dog born in Japan in 1923 who became a symbol of unwavering loyalty and devotion. He is best known for his remarkable fidelity to his owner, Professor Hidesaburō Ueno. Every day, Hachikō would wait at Shibuya Station in Tokyo for Ueno to return from work. Even after the professor unexpectedly passed away in 1925, Hachikō continued to wait at the station every day for nearly ten years, hoping his owner would return.

Hachikō’s story touched the hearts of many people in Japan and around the world. He became a national icon, and his legacy lives on through a bronze statue erected in his honor at Shibuya Station — a popular meeting spot and a lasting tribute to the bond between humans and dogs. Hachikō's story has also been featured in books, films, and cultural references, including the 2009 movie Hachi: A Dog’s Tale starring Richard Gere. His tale remains one of the most touching examples of loyalty in history.