Comparison: Hokkaido and Kishu

Hokkaido and Kishu are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	Hokkaido	Kishu
FCI group	5. Spitz and primitive types	5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of origin	Japan	Japan
Category	Medium	Medium
Recognition features	Medium-sized, sturdy dog with strongly marked sexual dimorphism Small triangular pricked ears and a tightly curled or sickle tail Colours: sesame, brindle, red, black, black-and-tan, white	Medium-sized, compact dog, usually white Small pricked ears, thick tail curled or sickle-shaped over the back Accepted colours: white, red, sesame
Coat	Harsh straight outer coat and soft dense undercoat; sesame, brindle, red, black, black-and-tan or white.	Harsh straight outer coat, soft dense undercoat; white, red or sesame.
Purpose	Japanese hunting dog historically used by the Ainu on bear and other game; today also a companion.	Japanese hunting dog for wild boar (formerly deer) from the mountains of Wakayama and Mie.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.