Kishu Dog is a Japanese breed. They have been living in the Kii Peninsula of Japan since the ancient Stone Age. At that time, they were called Kumano Dog, Hidaka Dog, and Nachi Dog. Later, they were collectively called Kishu Dog.

The Kishu Dog's head is larger than other medium-sized dogs, its eyes are relatively small, and its ears are triangular. The head is tilted slightly forward. The tail of the Kishu dog is curled upward, and the tail is sickle-shaped and semi-curly. At the same time, the Kishu dog has very developed limbs.