Holiday Ayo - The Hachiko statue in front of Shibuya Station in Tokyo is more than just a photo opportunity for tourists.

According to Ohayo Japan, this small bronze monument tells the story of a loyal Akita dog who waited for his master for years, even after his death.

Ahead of Halloween this year, the area around the Hachiko statue was temporarily closed by Shibuya ward officials to prevent large crowds like in previous years.

Nearby shops were also asked to stop selling alcoholic beverages during this period as an effort to maintain public order.

The local government even posted signs in three languages: English, Mandarin, and Korean, so that the message could be understood by international tourists.

The Hachiko statue stands near Shibuya Crossing, known as one of the busiest crossings in the world.

Many local and international tourists come to take photos or use it as a meeting point before exploring the Shibuya area.

The statue was first unveiled in 1934 and attended by approximately 300 people, including the wife of Professor Ueno, Hachiko's owner.

Hachiko the dog himself attended the unveiling ceremony, along with the Shibuya Stationmaster.

The original statue was melted down during World War II and recreated in 1948.

Today, Hachiko is a symbol of loyalty deeply embedded in Japanese culture and widely recognized throughout the world.

Although seemingly simple, the statue holds profound meanings about love and loyalty that transcend time.

Hachiko's story has inspired countless people around the world and has even been immortalized in numerous films and books.