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Are there native horse breeds in Japan? Find out in this week's episode. Learn about Yabusame, Japanese mounted archery, and the Kiso, the horse of Samurais. Hear about the Yoguni horses from the tropical southern area of the island chain and the Hokkaido horses who battle heavy snows in winter. For a cultural twist we have a quick nod to Karen Polle, Japow snowsports with Travis Rice, showjumpers Ryuuma and Shino Hirota, the history of Top Ramen, and the edible artform of Amezaiku.
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Are there native horse breeds in Japan? Find out in this week's episode. Learn about Yabusame, Japanese mounted archery, and the Kiso, the horse of Samurais. Hear about the Yoguni horses from the tropical southern area of the island chain and the Hokkaido horses who battle heavy snows in winter. For a cultural twist we have a quick nod to Karen Polle, Japow snowsports with Travis Rice, showjumpers Ryuuma and Shino Hirota, the history of Top Ramen, and the edible artform of Amezaiku.