Shibas are known for being laid-back, athletic, and adorably stubborn, but their facial expressions are as varied and heartwarming as their multifaceted personalities. Still, 7-year-old Shiba Inu Ryuji might be the most expressive of them all, as his 137,000+ Instagram followers witness every day through ridiculously charming photos of the doge.

Living happily in Okayama Prefecture, Ryuji became widely popular for his “macho” faces, and close-up pictures of his face have even been turned into t-shirts and worn by his worldwide fans. Being such a celebrity, it’s no wonder he has a kaleidoscope of expressions to share through the hundreds of photographs and videos his human takes on a daily basis.

You can see more pictures of Ryuji on Instagram, and if that’s not enough, snag one of his t-shirts online!

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By - grape Japan editorial staff.