Sumio Suzuki
On Saturday, October 29, 2022, at Koyodai Kiso Horse Ranch,
dressed in hitatare and suikan robes, and riding Japanese native horses, we experienced a brief time slip into the world of antiquity.
A demonstration spanning the Heian to Kamakura periods began, accompanied by the sound of a shinobue flute played by a court lady wearing a single-layered robe (hitoe), mounted on a native horse.
Court military official in natsusokutai attire (Heian period)
A warrior clad in full ō-yoroi armor
A court lady in a single-layered robe and a samurai in hunting attire
A samurai wearing hunting attire (kari-shōzoku, Kamakura period)
Beginners enjoyed a leisurely ride on native horses.
Holding weapons, everyone posed for photos — “Say cheese.”
Everyone looked the part perfectly.
Despite being beginners, some participants bravely shot bows with a draw weight of 30 kilograms.
Under the clear autumn sky, it was an ideal day for riding.
The smiles and laughter of the participants continued throughout the day, allowing everyone to fully enjoy an extraordinary, non-everyday experience.
It is our hope that those who participated in this event gained a deeper awareness of Japanese native horses and their value, and that they will share their experiences with many others.
Thank you all for your hard work.
With the cooperation of:
Koyodai Kiso Horse Ranch
(Note: We were not involved in historical research or the content of the demonstrations.)
Reference:
History of Japanese Costume – Men’s Volume and Women’s Volume
November 2, 2022 (Reiwa 4)
Sumio Suzuki
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