Hayamajinja Shrine Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture The "Nade-uma" (stroking horse) that survived the 3.11 Great East Japan Earthquake tsunami (Image 3) Year of the Horse Special Edition Uma Kugo Ikuyo Mamori "Umaku Iku Mamori" (Good Luck Charm for Things Going Well) Since ancient times, the nine-headed horse has been considered auspicious, representing "banji umaku iku" (everything goes well). It brings blessings for nine types of good fortune: luck, victory, success, love, health, wealth, family, business prosperity, passing exams, and a bountiful harvest. "Sama" (left horse), the character for "horse" reversed to the left, is a lucky charm that allows one to live life without major setbacks and to exert excellent power.