Akita Inu from Ajigasawa Town, Aomori Prefecture, who is busy but cute, and a female Akita Inu who lived with Wasao will welcome tourists at a local station.
Akita Inu's "Wasao" has gained popularity because it is ugly but cute, and has been the "tourist stationmaster" of JR Ajigasawa Station every year since 2011.
However, since "Wasao" died in June last year, the 5-year-old female Akita dog "Chome" who lived with her as an adopted daughter will take over the role. I received a letter of commission from the sales manager.
"Chome" immediately welcomed tourists at the platform of the station, and the train passengers found "Chome" and waved through the window.
"Chome" welcomes tourists at the station several times a month until around the fall of this year, and will play the role of "tourist sales chief" throughout the year.
Ken Kudo, Vice Chairman of the Tourism Association of the town that takes care of "Chome", said, "I think that the tourism sales chief is worth the effort for Chome. It cannot be the same as Wasao, but it is loved by everyone. I want you to do it. "