Crossword clue

“Japanese dog”

This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
AKITA
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “Japanese dog” ran in the Newsday Crossword on May 3, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with A, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Japanese dog” clue?+

The answer is AKITA (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of May 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 2 times in the Newsday Crossword, most recently on May 3, 2026.

How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+

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