Japanese Chin Picture Page

Welcome to the Japanese Chin Picture Page.

The Japanese Chin was developed in China and introduced into Japan centuries ago.

For over 1000 years, he was a favorite of the Japanese emperors that one of them even decreed that all Japanese Chins should be worshipped. Some tiny varieties were even kept in hanging cages in the same manner as small oriental birds.

The breed eventually found his way to Europe with returning seamen during the 19th century. However, the Japanese Chin did not make his appearance in the British show ring until 1862 and is not recorded as being shown in the United States until 20 years later.

A couple of Japanese Chins were presented to Queen Victoria by Commodore Perry on his return from the Far East in 1853, which contributed to the popularity of the breed.

See our Japanese Chin Care & Training Guide for more breed specific information.

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