Hakobiashi (運足) - Canter | Japanese Equestrian Print likely a gallop of some

likely a gallop of some sort

Based on a 17th century scroll of horse gaits in pre-modern Japan

shows the busy horse market at Chiryu station

The Abe River near Fuchu

shows travelers crossing the river near Fuchu

Hakobiashi (運足) - Canter | Japanese Equestrian Print likely a gallop of someA Japanese rider from an Edo era scroll, riding HAKOBIASHI (). The word hakobu means to carry, transport, or move. This is definitely a gallop of some sort, likely at a slower pace, perhaps some sort of a collected gallop, medium speed gallop, canter, or lope. A full description can be found in the book, Lost Traditions: Horses and Horse Medicine in pre Modern Japan.