I had an Akita, he was laid to rest about 5 years ago, I still dream about him,and find myself getting a little choked up as I type this. He was a very smart,and quiet dog , he always seemed to be so wise and aware of everything. He was not real affectionate as some dogs are but he loved his family, and always wanted to be in the same room as us. he knew what our schedules were and would go lay in the yard and look down the drive waiting. He always slept by my bed at night. I still miss the wise old man......
They can be very protective of their family, you may need to watch him if you have lots of people in and out.My Akita never once offered to be agressive with people he knew but I did not trust him with strangers which was fine with me . Unlike the two clowns I have now a bassett and a bull dog, they welcome everyone lol.