About The Breed
The Kisouma (木曽馬) is Ancient Japanese Horse breed and a Symbol of the Samurai! They originated in the Kiso region of Japan. They are tough horses that can live in harsh environments. They were raised for military and agricultural purposes since the Heian period (8th-12th century). The Kiso Horse has an average height of 133cm. They are most often Bay and Brown in Color.
Quest Info
In this episode we travel to Kisouma-no-sato to meet the breed! Then we head to the Odawara Castle to watch traditional Horseback Archery called Yabusame!
Quest Horse: Black PeacKiso Horse Riding Center (Kisouma-no-sato)
Special Thanks to: Takeru Nakagawa, Kiso Horse Conservation Association, Kisouma no Sato (Kiso Horse Center), Cynthia Chua, Saddle-Back Farm & Odawara Castle.
Where to Learn More
Kisouma no Sato (Kiso Horse Center)
Kiso Horse Preservation Society
