Japan Returns to Europe!
In 2008, our journey to further develop Akita Inu Hozonkai (AKIHO) activities in Europe began with the aspiration of creating multiple AKIHO exhibition opportunities across Europe.
We will invite you to Italy!
🏆 12th European Hozonkai Championship
📍 Torino, Italy
📅 3–4 October 2026
Entry: Online Entry
Programm: Programm details
Saturday, 3rd October 2026
13:00 | Vald Hotel: Trainee Judges Training
15:15 | Exhibition Ground Nintei Examination
17:30 | Vald Hotel: AKIHO Benkyoukai
20:00 | Friendship Dinner
Saunday, 4h October 2026
07:00 | Exhibition Ground: Access To Show Grounds
08:00 | Exhibition Ground: Exhibitor Check-In
09:00 – 09:20 | Exhibition Ground: Opening Ceremony
09:30 – 13:00 | Exhibition Ground: Exhibition – Part I
13:00 – 13:30 | Exhibition Ground: Lunchtime
13:30 – 15:30 | Exhibition Ground: Exhibition – Part II
20:00 | Closing Dinner
During the previous edition, 168 Akita Inu participated, contributing to what has become recognised as the largest exhibition stage outside Japan.
Inspired by Japanese culture, this year’s poster features a “Maneki Akita Inu”, inspired by the traditional maneki neko, welcoming exhibitors and enthusiasts alike to Torino.
We look forward to welcoming many AKIHO members, exhibitors and Akita Inu enthusiasts to this occasion
天然記念物 秋田犬
AKIHO Europe