👉 Handbreed is a type of dog breed that originates from Japan. It was created in 1932 by Shigeyuki Sugimoto, an employee at the Tokyo Kennin-ryu Jidoi (Japanese Dog Association) kennel. The term "handbreed" refers to the characteristic of the dogs being born with their hands on the hips, which is a common feature in the breed. These dogs are known for their distinctive coat type and have been bred extensively throughout