Hachi Spirit Blog

Hachiko: the Universal Ambassador of Goodwill Every April 8th, Hachiko’s loyalty is honored at a Shibuya Station ceremony. This highly anticipated event shows the respect and affection held by the locals — after almost ninety years!  Yet, beyond his native land, people all over the world celebrate Hachiko’s true-life story Swoon-worthy Instagram Whenever I visit Hachiko […]

Responding to the pleas from desperate animal owners, Hiroshi Hoshi and Leo Hoshi helped rescue animals that were “left behind” during the devastating tsunami in Japan two years ago. They saved over 200 animal lives and reunited beloved pets with their owners. ​During these efforts they witnessed the dire conditions of animals trapped inside the protected exclusion […]

Hachi’s Story Touches the Life of a Champion Race Horse. One year ago, to the day, Hachiko the horse won the Poonawalla Breeders’ Multi-Million (PBMM). The coveted race is the most sought-after competition after the India Derby. The newly crowned champion beat a good set of juveniles to claim the honor. Hachiko once again sped […]

Tiny Dog with a Big, Brave Heart! I receive emails about animal devotion, heroics and messages about faithful dogs from all around the world. Here’s another heartwarming story to share about Sophie, a very tenacious and brave dog friend. A sweet pup, Sophie had a life of ease for over a year when her family […]

You’ve heard of the Dog Days of Summer? And how are we celebrating? With dog movies, that’s how! Lots and lots of films featuring and starring canines of all breeds and temperaments, that’s what we want and that’s what we’ll get. The reason for all of the dogged cinema is Hallmark Channel’s special exclusive presentation […]

Hachiko speaks to even the busiest of people in the cutting-edge city of Tokyo. Today, many a love match has ignited at the Shibuya statue to continue his timeless true-life story of loyalty and forever love. Shibuya Crossing is the busiest intersection in the world. At any one time, when the lights turn red, people […]