182nd Regular Meeting — July 16, 2022 (Sat)

Theme:

"Exploring the Connection Between Japan’s Equestrian and Racing Worlds through Northern Farm"

Lecturer: Haruyuki Hirose

• Advisor, Northern Farm

• Vice Chairman, Hokkaido Equestrian Federation

Northern Farm, renowned for producing world-class racehorses including Deep Impact and his progeny, has become the top racehorse breeding farm globally. Mr. Hirose has dedicated nearly his entire career to supporting Northern Farm's development. As a board member of the Japan Equestrian Federation representing Hokkaido, he has also contributed extensively to the growth of equestrian sports in Japan.

At this session, we will hear fascinating stories such as:

• How equestrians have influenced racehorse trainers

• Behind-the-scenes insights from the world’s largest Thoroughbred auction, the Select Sale (held July 11–12 at Northern Horse Park)

• Northern Farm’s management philosophy: "Good horse breeding starts with good people"

Time: 18:30–21:00 (Registration starts at 17:30, Dinner at 18:30, Lecture begins at 19:30)

Venue: Shinkyotei (新橋亭) 2-4-2 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Participation Fee:

• FRC Members: ¥7,000

Non-Members: ¥9,000 (Includes authentic Chinese course dinner)

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Lecturer Profile

• Born: 1953, Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture

• Education: Graduated from Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine (active in the equestrian club)

• Career Path:

  • Worked at a dairy farm and at Hokkaido Agricultural Development Public Corporation after graduation

  • 1988: Joined the former Shadai Farm, working at Hayakita Farm

  • Prepared for the opening of Northern Horse Park

  • 1989: Northern Horse Park officially opened

  • 1994: Shadai Farm was split; Northern Farm was established (President: Katsumi Yoshida)

    • Mr. Hirose took charge of major operations, including training supervision

  • 2013: Retired and became Advisor to Northern Farm

Event Date: July 16, 2022 (Sat)  Time: 18:30–21:00 (Registration starts at 17:30)  Venue: Shinkyotei, Minato-ku, Tokyo  Fee: Members ¥7,000 / Non-Members ¥9,000 (Dinner included)

➡️ Click here to apply or inquire