- In April 1934, people erected a bronze statue of Hachiko in front of Shibuya Station in Tokyo. Hachiko "Hondog" also attended the unveiling ceremony of the bronze statue. From then on, the entrance of the station near the bronze statue was called "Hachiko Entrance".
- In World War II, due to the shortage of metal resources, the bronze statue of Hachiko was melted. The bronze statue built on the original site was rebuilt in August 1947.
- In March 1935, Hachiko died of heart filariasis when he was 11 years old. After its death, the body was made into specimens and kept in the National Science Museum.
- There is a similar bronze statue in front of Odate City Station, where he was born. There is also a new statue of Hachiko, a faithful dog that is 88.8 cm tall and weighs 88.8 kg in front of Fuji TV.
- The real Xiaohachi was born in Odate City, Japan in 1923. His owner was a professor at Tokyo Imperial University Eisaburo Ueno. After his death in May 1925, Xiaohachi returned to Shibuya Station and waited there for nine years.
Hachi: A Dog's Tale behind the scenes gags
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Extended Reading
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Ken: I understand how you feel. Hachi, my friend, Parker is never coming home. But if Hachiko wants to wait, then Hachiko should wait. Have a long life Hachi.
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Ronnie - 11 years: I never met my grandfather, he died when I was just a little baby. But when I hear about him and Hachi, I feel like I know him. They taught me the meaning of loyalty. That you should never forget anyone that you loved. And that's why Hachi will forever be my hero.
[class applauds]