Description of a Kishu.

The Kishu Ken stands 17-22 inches tall, a regular-sized medium dog. The coat color is generally white, but it can also be brindle, sesame, or different solid colors. The nose color is primarilly black, but if the coat is white the nose can be brownish or pink in color. The bite is either scissor or a level bite. The tail is curved like that of an Akita or German Spitz. The coat is short, straight, and coarse with a thick undercoat. There is fringe on the cheeks and tail. The ears point forward and upward, like that of a German Shepherd. This breed is a foundation stock breed for the American Kennel Club, but is not in breed registries. Since this breed is so rare in North America and Europe, you may only get a chance to see him in his native homeland, Japan. This breed is tough, agile, and friendly.