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Hachi, also known as Hachiko (https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/hachiko-hachi-shibuya-station), is arguably one of the best-known dogs – or historical figures, even – in Japan. He famously waited for his master outside Shibuya Station for a decade after his death, becoming a symbol of loyalty. Now a statue of Hachiko stands on the spot, an iconic meet-up spot in […]
TOKYO, Oct 30 (News On Japan) – To prevent large gatherings, Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward has cordoned off the area around the Hachiko statue from early October 30th, as Halloween approaches. According to officials from Shibuya Ward, the area surrounding Hachiko will remain closed until early morning on November 1st to discourage crowds during the Halloween […]