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Irish Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
No friend of man's best friend
Sir, - Hachiko, the famously faithful Japanese dog, has his statue in Shibuya Station, his story in schoolbooks, and, I believe, a film to his name ( An Irishman's Diary, May 21st ). Fido, his Italian counterpart, got tax exemption and national honour. Meanwhile, in Ireland, we never even named the sheepdog who was central to Dinny and Miley in Glenroe every Sunday night for years. It says something about national priorities - or perhaps our deeply ingrained modesty. Where other nations bronze their beasts, we barely remember ours. But that unnamed dog still rounded up more viewers than most RTÉ dramas today. Faithful, underpaid, and uncredited: truly the Irish way. – Yours, etc, READ MORE ENDA CULLEN, Armagh
NHK
19-05-2025
- Business
- NHK
Last phase of redevelopment of Tokyo's Shibuya Station area begins
The last stage of large-scale redevelopment around Shibuya Station in Tokyo has begun, in what has been called a once-in-a-century project. Under the work so far, the layout of the station has been changed. A pedestrian deck that connects the station's east and west sides has been built. A station square known for the iconic Hachiko dog statue has been improved. Shibuya Sakura Stage is among the new high rises that have opened in the vicinity of the station. Tokyu Corporation, a company in the consortium undertaking the project, says it was originally planned to be completed by March 2028 but has been delayed by seven years to March 2035. The company attributes the delay primarily to a review on the flow of pedestrians and additional measures against disasters. Going forward, two buildings of the Shibuya Scramble Square complex will be constructed. A pedestrians' walk way will connect the station from east to west and from north to south. More squares will be provided. Tokyu President Horie Masahiro said the mission is to evolve the Shibuya area into a global city. He said his company will pursue the creation of a vibrant city that is resilient to disasters.
Japan Times
07-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Times
Shibuya becomes the canvas for tech-infused art during Dig 2025
Shibuya is where people meet — 'Hachiko at 6,' 'Under Tsutaya at 3,' 'See you outside 109.' And for a few days in February, it's also where art will meet technology. Now in its sophomore year, the Dig Shibuya digital art festival runs from Feb. 8 to 11, with activities and exhibitions popping up across Tokyo's trendiest neighborhood — including the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing as well as Miyashita Park, Shibuya Parco, Tower Records and Shibuya Sakura Stage, the latter of which opened less than a year ago. Dig Shibuya is the brainchild of the Shibuya Creative Tech Executive Committee, the Japan Arts Council and the Agency for Cultural Affairs, and is being held in partnership with Shibuya Ward and supported by a number of local associations and organizations. Its aim is to feature a diverse array of participating artists who are united by keen technology acumen and an eye for stimulating visuals.
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Thai princess adopts dog that went viral for mourning dead owner
A dog that went viral in Thailand for its enduring loyalty to its late owner has been adopted by one of the country's princesses. Princess Siribha Chudabhorn, a niece of Thailand's current king Maha Vajiralongkorn, said she had adopted Moo Daeng, a dog who became famous after his former owner, a homeless man outside a 7-Eleven convenience store, died in November 2024 in the Mueang district of Nakhon Ratchasima province in Thailand's northeast. The dog continued to lie in their regular spot and waited for its deceased owner to return, earning comparisons to the story of Hachiko – a faithful dog who waited for nine years for his owner to return home from work at Shibuya Metro station in Tokyo. Moo Daeng's photos went viral on social media in January as the owners and staff of the convenience store said they were looking after the dog by feeding it, giving it blankets and a stuffed toy to keep him company. He was nicknamed 'Hachiko of Korat' after the neighbourhood he lived in. Last week, the princess took to her official Facebook page and said: 'To all of Moo Daeng's fans, I want to bring you up to speed so you don't have to worry, feel anxious or have unanswered questions after all the recent drama,' reported Khaosod English, a Thai news outlet. The princess said she learnt about the dog through a video where the community came together to raise money for the dog's medical treatment as she detailed his mental health troubles. 'All my dogs have experienced trauma, whether through abuse, abandonment or injury. But in Moo Daeng's case, it's severe depression,' she said, adding that the dog suffers from a major depressive syndrome caused by the sudden loss of a loved one. 'It is a condition that the mind cannot cope with,' the princess said, adding that she has been living with a similar condition for almost a decade. She added: 'I want to make everyone realize that this mental health condition, if not understood, can cause irreparable damage to Moo Daeng, both mentally and physically. While humans are able to hide their pain and appear normal on the outside, dogs are pure. They show exactly how they feel.' Announcing that she does not intend to create any distance between her new pet and his followers, Ms Chudabhorn said she will post for photos if people request and that she will bring Moo Daeng in person if she visits Korat. Ms Chudabhorn said she had sought permission from the 7-Eleven store where the dog had been living, as well as the local authorities, before adopting him, and that he had been taken to Kasetsart University Veterinary Hospital to undergo health checks, quarantine and acclimatisation. He will move permanently to the princess's royal residence in Chiang Mai after completing the hospital visit and medical check up, she said.
The Independent
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Thai princess adopts dog that went viral for mourning dead owner
A dog that went viral in Thailand for its enduring loyalty to its late owner has been adopted by one of the country's princesses. Princess Siribha Chudabhorn, a niece of Thailand 's current king Maha Vajiralongkorn, said she had adopted Moo Daeng, a dog who became famous after his former owner, a homeless man outside a 7-Eleven convenience store, died in November 2024 in the Mueang district of Nakhon Ratchasima province in Thailand's northeast. The dog continued to lie in their regular spot and waited for its deceased owner to return, earning comparisons to the story of Hachiko – a faithful dog who waited for nine years for his owner to return home from work at Shibuya Metro station in Tokyo. Moo Daeng's photos went viral on social media in January as the owners and staff of the convenience store said they were looking after the dog by feeding it, giving it blankets and a stuffed toy to keep him company. He was nicknamed 'Hachiko of Korat' after the neighbourhood he lived in. Last week, the princess took to her official Facebook page and said: 'To all of Moo Daeng's fans, I want to bring you up to speed so you don't have to worry, feel anxious or have unanswered questions after all the recent drama,' reported Khaosod English, a Thai news outlet. The princess said she learnt about the dog through a video where the community came together to raise money for the dog's medical treatment as she detailed his mental health troubles. 'All my dogs have experienced trauma, whether through abuse, abandonment or injury. But in Moo Daeng's case, it's severe depression,' she said, adding that the dog suffers from a major depressive syndrome caused by the sudden loss of a loved one. 'It is a condition that the mind cannot cope with,' the princess said, adding that she has been living with a similar condition for almost a decade. She added: 'I want to make everyone realize that this mental health condition, if not understood, can cause irreparable damage to Moo Daeng, both mentally and physically. While humans are able to hide their pain and appear normal on the outside, dogs are pure. They show exactly how they feel.' Announcing that she does not intend to create any distance between her new pet and his followers, Ms Chudabhorn said she will post for photos if people request and that she will bring Moo Daeng in person if she visits Korat. Ms Chudabhorn said she had sought permission from the 7-Eleven store where the dog had been living, as well as the local authorities, before adopting him, and that he had been taken to Kasetsart University Veterinary Hospital to undergo health checks, quarantine and acclimatisation. He will move permanently to the princess's royal residence in Chiang Mai after completing the hospital visit and medical check up, she said.
