Bullfighting
A dynamic and intense showdown where bulls clash with pride on the line.
About Bullfighting
Okinawan bullfighting, a popular form of entertainment for many people, differs from Spanish bullfighting.
Instead of humans fighting bulls, the bulls face off against each other, locking horns and pushing like a sumo match.
The rules are simple: the match is over when one bull turns its back and retreats.
Watching these massive bulls, weighing around one ton, clash with a thunderous "bang!" is an awe-inspiring spectacle, as if you were watching a martial arts fight.
Rules
A fierce battle of pride on the line.
Each tournament consists of around 10 to 13 matches, starting with the lower-ranked bulls.
The fighting style in bullfighting varies depending on the breed, temperament, and type of horns.
With a range of techniques such as pushing and belly grabbing, some matches are decided in just a few seconds, while others turn into intense battles lasting over 30 minutes.Each match is a unique and exceptional contest.
In stark contrast to their behavior during matches, the bulls are usually calm, and even children actively help take care of them. The bulls are raised with great care, almost like family.
In Uruma City, it’s common to see bulls being taken for walks as part of daily life.
