Uma Musume Pretty Derby

Uma Musume Pretty Derby is a Japanese multimedia franchise that anthropomorphizes famous racehorses as young girls with horse ears and tails. Each character, called a “horse girl,” is inspired by a real-life racehorse, reflecting their abilities, personalities, and histories. The franchise includes a mobile game where players train these horse girls for races, as well as an anime series that follows their daily lives, training, and competitions. Combining elements of sports, strategy, and slice-of-life storytelling, Uma Musume has gained popularity for its unique mix of cute character designs, engaging gameplay, and homage to horse racing history.