ABOUT US
Our love for the Shiba Inu began in 2011. Since then, these remarkable Japanese dogs have become an inseparable part of our lives. Our breeding is guided by a deep respect for their unique character and Japanese heritage.
OUR HISTORY
Why SHIBA INU?
When we first saw a little red-haired Japanese dog with beautiful brown eyes and a curled tail, we instantly knew we wanted one of our own. We were also drawn to the breed’s independent, reserved nature, combined with a lively spirit and a charming — distinctly Japanese — demeanor. As luck would have it, we soon found a stunning red female named L’MAKI-NA at the Matagiinu PL kennel in Białystok.
Initially, we simply wanted a new family member; we had no plans to start a kennel. Over time, however, our passion took hold — we fell completely in love with our little “redhead” and the Shiba Inu breed as a whole. After all, how could one not fall in love with this breed? Since then, we have dedicated ourselves to ensuring that our Shibas remain as true as possible to the original Japanese breed standard.
Today, MUKASHIBANASHI is home to Shibas imported directly from Japan, as well as generations born and raised in our kennel.
We simply cannot imagine life without a Shiba…
FROM THE FIRST LITTER
The first litter of Shiba Inus at our kennel was born on August 30, 2013. Since then, we have welcomed many wonderful Shiba Inu puppies into the world, each finding a loving home with families across Europe.
We place great importance on the health and genetic testing of our dogs, a thorough understanding of their lineage, and the preservation of the breed’s characteristic traits.
Understanding the Shiba Inu’s independent nature, we place great importance on early socialization and raising our puppies in a loving home environment. Our puppies are born and raised in our home, surrounded by everyday family life, care and affection. From their very first weeks, we focus on socialization—helping them gradually explore their surroundings, encounter new experiences, and build self-confidence. Our goal is to help our puppies grow into well-balanced, courageous, and happy dogs that retain the distinctive personality of the Shiba Inu while living in harmony with their families. Our responsibility does not end when a puppy leaves our kennel; we remain in touch with each new family, offering advice and support throughout the dog’s entire life.
JAPAN IN OUR KENNEL
Japan has been an essential part of our history from the very beginning. It is the birthplace of the breed we have come to love, so it was only natural for us to explore its country of origin, its traditions, and the people who have dedicated themselves to Japanese breeds for generations.
Since the inception of the Mukashibanashi kennel, our goal has been to raise Shiba Inu that are as close as possible to the original Japanese breed standard.
To this end, we have maintained direct contact with Japanese breeders for many years, learning from their experience and importing dogs from esteemed Japanese bloodlines.
As an interesting note, the first Shiba Inu imported directly from Japan to Poland was our dog, BENI NO TOYOMARU GO Yoshisou, who arrived in 2014 with the help of a renowned Japanese breeder, Mr. Nobuo Atsumi. This marked a significant milestone in the history of our kennel.
Another crucial step was the registration of the Mukashibanashi kennel with the Nihon Ken Hozonkai (NIPPO) in October 2016—the oldest, largest, and most important organization dedicated to the preservation and maintenance of pure Japanese breeds.
Membership in NIPPO holds special significance for us. It serves as a gesture of respect toward the breed’s country of origin and the work of generations of Japanese breeders who have invested so much effort into saving and preserving Japan’s native dog breeds.
Today, our kennel is home to both Shiba Inu imported directly from Japan and subsequent generations born here with us.
We particularly value our collaboration with the Japanese kennel Koshiwasou, run by Mr. Yousuke Kobayashi. It is from there that dogs such as JUKOMARU GO KOSIWA JP, KOKO GO KOSIWA JP, and NOZOMI GO KOSIWA JP originate.
Among our dogs is also DAISHIN GO KOSIWA JP, a two-time recipient of the prestigious Honbusho award at Japanese NIPPO exhibitions—in Saitama in 2024 and Kanagawa in 2025.
Such achievements hold special value for us, as they relate directly to the Japanese tradition of evaluating native breeds.
OUR VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
LOVE
FOR THE BREED
Our journey with Shiba Inu began in 2011.
Since then, these extraordinary Japanese dogs have become an inseparable part of our lives.
HEALTH
AND WELL-BEING
The health of our dogs is our priority, as it forms the foundation of responsible breeding.
RAISED WITH LOVE
AT HOME
Our dogs are part of our family, and our puppies are raised in a loving home, surrounded by affection, attention and care.
RESPECT FOR THE BREED STANDARD
We are dedicated to preserving the distinctive characteristics of the Shiba Inu, in accordance with the FCI breed standard and the breed’s Japanese heritage.
MUKASHIBANASHI
And what does our kennel name mean?
The name MUKASHIBANASHI (昔話) means “tales from long ago”. It reflects our love to Japanese tradition, the origins of the breed, and the timeless spirit of the Shiba Inu. And, of course, it contains the word “Shiba” – we couldn’t have chosen a more fitting name!
Mukashibanashi is our own story about Shiba Inu. And that story is still being written.
ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Our kennel is registered with the Polish Kennel Club (Związek Kynologiczny w Polsce), and the name Mukashibanashi is internationally registered with the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI).
Since October 2016, Mukashibanashi has also been registered with Nihonken Hozonkai (NIPPO), the Japanese organization dedicated to the preserving the country’s native dog breeds and their traditional characteristics.
