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Kansuke Yamamoto is a jockey affiliated with the Masatora Obu stable at the Miho Training Center. He is best known as the primary rider of the small, unconventional racehorse Midori Makibaō. Possessing a notably small and slight physique, Kansuke is uniquely suited to mount Makibaō, who is himself far smaller than a typical thoroughbred.
Prior to his association with Makibaō, Kansuke was a promising jockey who gained fame as the rider of a horse named Fūrin Kazan. This career was derailed by a devastating accident in which Kansuke fell and Fūrin Kazan died as a result. This event left him deeply traumatized and psychologically unable to ride horses, effectively ending his career.
Kansuke’s character is defined by a gentle, kind, and sensitive nature. He is quiet and prone to self-doubt, often lacking confidence, especially when compared to more assertive jockeys. This sensitivity extends to a profound empathy for the horses under his care; he is constantly attentive to their physical and emotional well-being. On occasion, his concern is so great that he considers withdrawing from a race if he fears it might harm his mount.
His central motivation throughout the story is to overcome the trauma of his past accident and return to competitive racing. This journey of recovery begins with his introduction to Midori Makibaō. Because of his small size, the stable master Masatora Obu assigns Kansuke to be the young horse’s jockey. The unique bond he forms with the spirited and determined Makibaō becomes the catalyst that allows him to conquer his fear and rediscover his passion for horse racing.
The most significant relationship in Kansuke’s life is with Makibaō. Their partnership goes beyond a typical jockey-horse dynamic, growing into a deep friendship built on mutual trust and affection. He also shares a meaningful connection with his stable master, Masatora Obu, and the other members of their team. A pivotal moment in his personal development is the emotional farewell to another stable horse, Chūbei, an event that helps Kansuke greatly strengthen his mental fortitude and overcome his lingering insecurities.
Throughout the narrative, Kansuke demonstrates notable abilities as a jockey. He possesses a fine riding technique and a creative tactical mind, devising innovative race strategies. Among his most famous inventions are the woodpecker tactic and a maneuver known as the hang on, which were used to win major races like the Kikka Sho. Despite his skills, he continues to struggle with psychological fragility on occasion, such as when he makes a critical error in judgment during the Aoba Sho due to lingering trauma. Over the course of his partnership with Makibaō, he experiences three falls from the horse, each time learning and growing more resilient. His journey continues into the sequel series, Taiyō no Makibaō, where he has become one of Japan's top jockeys, celebrated as the rider of a champion horse named Mountain Rock.
Prior to his association with Makibaō, Kansuke was a promising jockey who gained fame as the rider of a horse named Fūrin Kazan. This career was derailed by a devastating accident in which Kansuke fell and Fūrin Kazan died as a result. This event left him deeply traumatized and psychologically unable to ride horses, effectively ending his career.
Kansuke’s character is defined by a gentle, kind, and sensitive nature. He is quiet and prone to self-doubt, often lacking confidence, especially when compared to more assertive jockeys. This sensitivity extends to a profound empathy for the horses under his care; he is constantly attentive to their physical and emotional well-being. On occasion, his concern is so great that he considers withdrawing from a race if he fears it might harm his mount.
His central motivation throughout the story is to overcome the trauma of his past accident and return to competitive racing. This journey of recovery begins with his introduction to Midori Makibaō. Because of his small size, the stable master Masatora Obu assigns Kansuke to be the young horse’s jockey. The unique bond he forms with the spirited and determined Makibaō becomes the catalyst that allows him to conquer his fear and rediscover his passion for horse racing.
The most significant relationship in Kansuke’s life is with Makibaō. Their partnership goes beyond a typical jockey-horse dynamic, growing into a deep friendship built on mutual trust and affection. He also shares a meaningful connection with his stable master, Masatora Obu, and the other members of their team. A pivotal moment in his personal development is the emotional farewell to another stable horse, Chūbei, an event that helps Kansuke greatly strengthen his mental fortitude and overcome his lingering insecurities.
Throughout the narrative, Kansuke demonstrates notable abilities as a jockey. He possesses a fine riding technique and a creative tactical mind, devising innovative race strategies. Among his most famous inventions are the woodpecker tactic and a maneuver known as the hang on, which were used to win major races like the Kikka Sho. Despite his skills, he continues to struggle with psychological fragility on occasion, such as when he makes a critical error in judgment during the Aoba Sho due to lingering trauma. Over the course of his partnership with Makibaō, he experiences three falls from the horse, each time learning and growing more resilient. His journey continues into the sequel series, Taiyō no Makibaō, where he has become one of Japan's top jockeys, celebrated as the rider of a champion horse named Mountain Rock.