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SARGA.CO – Amid the towering cedar forest and sacred atmosphere of Kushihiki Hachimangu Shrine in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, Japan, the sound of galloping hooves and whizzing arrows filled the air. On August 11, 2025, this holy ground witnessed history: Adam Numair, an athlete from Indonesia, conquered the ancient Japanese tradition of Yabusame and emerged as champion in one of its most grueling categories – the Deathmatch.
Yabusame is more than just a sport. It is an art form, a cultural heritage that fuses horseback riding skills and archery mastery in a single breath. Competitors must gallop at full speed while firing arrows at three wooden targets placed along the course.
This year, about 40 participants from various countries competed fiercely. But Adam chose the hardest path: the Deathmatch category, where missing even one target meant instant elimination. There was no room for hesitation.
The tension rose higher when organizers unexpectedly lowered the second target’s position—an adjustment that even seasoned archers struggled with.
But Adam remained composed. Round after round, he struck every target flawlessly, earning his place in the showdown.
The climax was nothing short of dramatic. Both Adam and his opponent hit all targets with perfect accuracy. The winner would be determined solely by speed. And Adam was faster.
What makes this moment even more special is that it marks Adam’s second victory in a Japanese Yabusame event—not just a stroke of luck, but clear proof of his dedication and exceptional skill.
For Adam, this triumph is not merely about a trophy or a championship title. He described the experience of competing amid the towering cedar forest and the spiritual atmosphere of the shrine as a moment both peaceful and soul-stirring.
“I felt as if I had stepped into a living piece of history,” he said.
He also expressed his gratitude to his coach and mentor, Ayuko “Amy” Kamimura, the organizing committee led by Nagako Ishibashi, and, of course, his loyal companion Opal-chan, the resilient horse that carried him through the competition.
Adam Numair’s triumph proved that traditional sports can serve as a bridge between nations. In the midst of Japan’s strict discipline and ancient traditions, a young athlete from Indonesia claimed an honored place—without losing touch with his own roots and values.
With skill, composure, and courage, Adam carved his name into history. Not just for himself, but for Indonesia. And now the world knows: the spirit of the samurai can live in anyone who truly dares.
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