Kansuke Yamamoto is a jockey from the Masatora Obu stable, best known as the main rider of Midori Makibaō. Because of his small size, he is the only one who can ride Makibaō. He became famous riding a horse named Fūrin Kazan, but suffered a terrible accident that not only ended his horse’s life but left him traumatized. Meeting Makibaō helped him recover and regain his love for riding horses. Kansuke is gentle, sensitive, and always caring for his horses. Even though he struggled with fear and doubt, he worked hard to become a top jockey again. His unique way of thinking let him invent clever race strategies, and his journey continues in the series sequel and beyond.
Kansuke Yamamoto is the smallest jockey in his stable, which is why he was chosen to ride the tiny horse, Midori Makibaō. Over time, his look does not change much, except for his hairstyle. People sometimes even mistake him for a reporter because of his simple appearance.
Kansuke is very kind and gentle. He tends to be quiet and sometimes lacks confidence, often letting his worries get to him. He deeply cares for his horses and pays close attention to their health and feelings. His sensitivity sometimes leads him to think about quitting if a horse is not well. Still, he always tries hard to support his team and overcome his fears.
Kansuke belongs to the Masatora Obu stable at the Miho Training Center.
He was first the main rider for Fūrin Kazan, but after a fall where the horse had to be put down, Kansuke was so shocked he could not ride.
Later, because of his small body, he was chosen as Midori Makibaō’s main jockey. His name comes from Kanuske Yamamoto, a famous retainer of Takeda Shingen, a warlord from the Sengoku era. Some fans also think his character is based on the real-life jockey and trainer, Masashi Yamamoto.
Kansuke is a talented jockey who is especially skilled at handling small or unique horses like Makibaō.
He comes up with smart and daring strategies, such as the “woodpecker tactic” and “hang on” move used in the Kikka Sho.
Despite his skills, he sometimes struggles with confidence, but gets better as his bond with his horse grows.
Kansuke’s most important bond is with Midori Makibaō. Meeting Makibaō helped him recover from his trauma and become a jockey again. He also has important relationships with Masatora Obu, his stable master, and other horses and staff in his team. The farewell to Chūbei was an important moment that helped Kansuke become stronger mentally.
Main Jockey for Makibaō
Because Kansuke is the smallest jockey, Masatora Obu chooses him to ride Midori Makibaō, who is also very small and different from other horses. Kansuke becomes well-known as Makibaō’s main rider.
Past Trauma and Recovery
Kansuke was once the main jockey for Fūrin Kazan. After a terrible fall, the horse died, and Kansuke became too scared to ride again.
Meeting Makibaō changed his life. Their unique friendship gave Kansuke strength to overcome his fears and get back on the horse’s back, not only for Makibaō but for other horses, too.
Special Tactics and Growth
Kansuke has come up with creative racing tactics like the “woodpecker strategy” and moves like “hang on” that make him stand out as a jockey.
His journey with Makibaō is filled with challenges—he even falls off Makibaō three times! Still, he learns and grows from these experiences, slowly building his confidence back.
Overcoming Weakness
At first, Kansuke often worries and even makes mistakes during big races, like the Aoba Sho, because of his trauma. He starts to overcome this after the goodbye with Chūbei, becoming mentally tougher and more reliable for Makibaō and the team. He never stops caring about the horses’ health, sometimes even willing to step aside from a race if it seems safer for the horse.
Later Career and Sequel
In the sequel “Taiyō no Makibaō,” Kansuke becomes one of Japan’s top jockeys, known for riding “Mountain Rock,” a champion horse. He appears with almost the same look as before except for his hairstyle. However, he is still sometimes mistaken for people like journalists, which leaves him a bit embarrassed. He is also a main character in the comedy spin-off web anime “Dokodemo Makibaō,” where he continues riding Makibaō and often plays the straight-man role in jokes.
Kansuke’s riding style was inspired by Masashi Yamamoto, a former jockey and trainer.
He is often mistaken for a reporter by the crowd.
His name is a reference to a historical figure, but the spelling could come from certain old books.
No direct quotes are provided in the source.
Kansuke’s story is about kindness, perseverance, and learning to face fears—even when things are tough. He shows that size, or even being scared, can’t stop you from doing something great if you have the right friends and keep trying.
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