also: きしゅういぬ
Kishu; Kishu dog
A Japanese dog breed originally from the Kishu region (Wakayama and Mie prefectures). Known for its hunting ability and loyalty.
The Kishu is one of the Japanese dog breeds.
He keeps a Kishu dog.
Standard kanji spelling for the breed name.
Alternate reading; きしゅうけん is far more common.
Named after the Kishu region (紀州), the historical name for the area covering present-day Wakayama and southern Mie prefectures, where the breed originated.