Shikoku Ken

Breeding Guide for Kai Ken, Shikoku Ken, and Kishu Ken | Japanese Native Breeds (Natural Monuments): Characteristics, Training, and Health Management

An explanation of the characteristics and breeding methods of Japanese native dog breeds designated as Natural Monuments: the Kai Ken (a tiger-striped mountain hunting dog), Shikoku Ken (a wild boar hunting dog from Kochi), and Kishu Ken (a white-haired hunting dog from the Kii Peninsula). This practical guide for Japanese dog enthusiasts covers the comparison of height, weight, and temperament, the direction of training based on hunting dog instincts, coat care during shedding seasons, methods for obtaining purebred individuals through various preservation societies, and important points in health management.

A Home Collecting, Breeding, and Care Guide for Japanese Rhinoceros Beetles | Collection Sites, Feeding, Egg-Laying Setups, and Larval Rearing Tips

A complete guide for beginners on collecting, caring for, and breeding Japanese rhinoceros beetles, Japan's iconic summer insect. Learn how to find collection sites, manage adults, set up egg-laying beds, and raise larvae from start to finish, with step-by-step instructions for each season.

Aodaisho Care Guide | Basic Care, Temperature, Feeding, and Hibernation Management for Japan's Native Snake Species

A comprehensive guide to caring for the Aodaisho, Japan's largest native snake. Covers cage size, temperature settings, feeding intervals, shedding management, and hibernation (overwintering) procedures, from legal status to important notes on collection restrictions—a practical guide to safely keeping the Aodaisho.

Japanese Pond Turtle Care Guide | Native Species Conservation and Tank/Outdoor Breeding Basics

A detailed guide to caring for the Japanese pond turtle (Mauremys japonica), a species endemic to Japan. We cover acquisition methods, legal considerations, tank and outdoor pond setup, hibernation management, feed types and feeding frequency, common illnesses and prevention—everything you need to know for responsible native species care.