Kamigamo Shrine (Kyoto) The first shrine we introduce is Kamigamo Shrine located in Kita Ward, Kyoto City. Its full name is Kamo-wakeikazuchi Shrine, and it has been deeply revered as a guardian deity of Kyoto since 677. This shrine’s main deity, Kamo-wakeikazuchi no Okami, is said to have given a divine message that a form … Read more
Nowadays, you might rarely see horses outside of riding clubs or tourist spots. However, in historic Japan, horses were an essential part of daily life, serving as transportation and work partners. Due to this close relationship, horses are often regarded as auspicious animals. In this article, we explore how Japanese people historically interacted with horses … Read more
Just as humans have unique facial features, horses also display distinctive characteristics. In horses, these differences are often observed in coat color and markings. Horse facial markings, known as ‘marks,’ are crucial for individual identification. These markings are present at birth and do not disappear or change as the horse matures, making them reliable identifiers. … Read more
What kind of situations make you feel good impressions of people? Likely, you favor those who compliment you or make you feel safe. Conversely, it’s hard to have a positive impression of someone who constantly does unpleasant things. The same applies to horses. In this article, we will explain what horses dislike and what makes … Read more
Although you are moving your body, winter lessons inevitably come with the cold. Do you also struggle with issues like ‘dislike of bulky layered clothing!’ or ‘cold hands and feet’? In this article, we’ll introduce recommended riding wear focused on winter cold protection! Introducing Warm Items Essential for Winter Riding During winter rides, such as … Read more
As the cold season intensifies, some people might hesitate to go outside due to the chilly weather. In some regions, snow may prevent casual horseback riding adventures. It’s understandable that many feel disappointed about not being able to enjoy horseback riding, or are eager to do it as soon as possible. For these individuals, horse … Read more
Horseback riding gives off a luxurious vibe as a hobby When you observe horseback riders, you’ll notice their excellent posture. Horseback riding improves balance and strengthens the core, leading to better posture. It might seem daunting to train your core, but this sport is suitable for all ages and abilities. While riding, you can relax … Read more
February 14th is Valentine’s Day. In some countries, people might send flowers to their partners or express gratitude from men to women in various ways. In Japan, women traditionally give chocolates, but are your gift chocolates already decided? In this article, we introduce charming ‘horse-themed’ chocolates that are perfect not only as genuine gifts for … Read more
Greetings are a form of communication, and both humans and animals have their own ways of saying hello. Among humans, it varies by country—bowing, hugging, handshakes, and more—all serve as different forms of greeting. Animals also greet each other using sounds like birds or with their noses like elephants. But what about horses? In this … Read more
Enhancing your riding skills can involve various strategies, such as accumulating riding experience by practicing with different saddles, improving your balance, and increasing your flexibility. Among these, flexibility is often said to be higher in children than in adults, which contributes to faster progress in horse riding. As we age, flexibility gradually diminishes. This decline … Read more
