Comparison: Hokkaido and Shikoku

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

	Hokkaido	Shikoku
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, clean-cut and muscular Typical sesame-coloured coat (a mix of black, red and white hairs) Pricked ears and a curled or sickle tail
Coat	Harsh straight outer coat and soft dense undercoat; sesame, brindle, red, black, black-and-tan or white.	Rather harsh straight outer coat and soft dense undercoat; sesame, red or black-and-tan.
Purpose	Japanese hunting dog historically used by the Ainu on bear and other game; today also a companion.	Japanese boar hunter from the mountains of Kochi Prefecture; tough, agile and enthusiastic.

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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.