Ban'ei kyōsō is a form of Japanese horse racing in which draft horses pull heavy sleds up sand ramps, urged-on by jockeys balancing on the sleds. The horses used in the races are often either purebred or crosses of Percheron, Breton, and Belgian breeds.
Ban'ei
Course separated by lanes
Ban'ei horse on paddock
The Trait Breton is a French breed of draught horse. It originated in Brittany, in north-west France, from cross-breeding of local horses with various other breeds. It is strong and muscular, and often has a chestnut coat.
Breton horse
Postier Bretons at rest in pasture
Postiers Bretons at pasture
In harness