S8·E9 Odate: The Land of the Akita Inu
- Episode
- Season 8, Episode 9
- Air Date
- April 18, 2017
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
The statue of Hachi the Dog sits near Shibuya's famous scramble crossing. Hachi was an Akita Inu, a breed designated as a national natural monument. The breed originated in Odate City, Akita Prefecture in northern Japan. Odate thrived on mineral mining and forestry from the beautiful forests of Akita sugi, a type of cedar. But today, it's especially known as the birthplace of the Akita Inu. On Michael's travels around Odate he meets the famed dog and gets a glimpse into locals' everyday lives. He also takes part in the Amekko Festival, which dates back 400 years.
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When did Season 8 Episode 9 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 8, Episode 9 ('Odate: The Land of the Akita Inu') originally aired on April 18, 2017.
How long is Season 8 Episode 9 ('Odate: The Land of the Akita Inu')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.
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The statue of Hachi the Dog sits near Shibuya's famous scramble crossing. Hachi was an Akita Inu, a breed designated as a national natural monument. The breed originated in Odate City, Akita Prefecture in northern Japan. Odate thrived on mineral mining and forestry from the beautiful forests of Akit...
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