Haru Urara Fame Stuns Real-Life Stable Staff

The real-life counterpart of Umamusume's Haru Urara has unexpectedly gained fan admiration despite her infamous racing record. Discover how fans are celebrating these equine inspirations and Cygames' guidelines for fan-created content.

Umamusume: Pretty Derby's Real Horses Receive Fan Adoration

Haru Urara's Caretaker Stunned by Sudden Popularity

The global launch of Umamusume: Pretty Derby has brought unexpected attention to the real racehorses that inspired the game characters. Matha Farm's caretaker was particularly surprised by the sudden popularity of Haru Urara's real-world counterpart.

In February 2025, the caretaker shared birthday photos of Haru Urara wearing a tiara. Following the game's release, fans rediscovered this post, generating over 25,000 likes and 2.2 million views.

I don't know if this will reach the overseas bros and sis, but Haru Urara is doing super well, and honestly, she's probably healthier and more energetic than I am!

Haru Urara's real-life racing history mirrors her in-game portrayal - with 113 consecutive losses in Kochi races. Matha Farm's website humorously describes her as a "loser 'star'" of the racing world.

Despite her poor track record, Japanese fans adored Haru Urara during her racing days. The Los Angeles Times documented her remarkable popularity in 2004, noting how supporters created special tours and merchandise in her honor.

Her story even captured the attention of former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, who praised her perseverance. In 2019, the retired mare finally experienced victory in a Soft Keiba event, sparking online celebrations among her loyal fans.

Recent visitors to her Chiba retirement home confirm Haru Urara remains in excellent health, though visiting requires advance reservations due to high demand.

Gold Ship's Real-Life Antics Match Character's Personality

Gold Ship, another Umamusume favorite, has gained popularity for her in-game mischief. The real Gold Ship was equally unpredictable, most notably during the 2015 Takarazuka Kinen where her poor performance cost bettors approximately $83 million.

Both runs saw Gold Ship start at the back of the race, then at the last minute, showed off their amazing speed to win it all.

Videos comparing the game's racing animations with Gold Ship's actual 2012 Arima Kiren race demonstrate how accurately the game captures her signature racing style.

Retirement footage shows Gold Ship maintaining her playful personality, chasing butterflies and amusing caretakers - leading some fans to wonder if she ever raced at full potential.

Cygames Releases Fan Content Guidelines

As Umamusume's popularity grows, developer Cygames has established guidelines to protect both game characters and their real-life inspirations. These policies aim to maintain respectful fan engagement while preventing content that could harm the franchise or the horses' owners.

Prohibited content includes offensive material, copyright violations, and anything that might damage the horses' reputations. Cygames emphasizes these rules support rather than restrict fan creativity.

Umamusume: Pretty Derby is available on iOS, Android, and PC platforms. Stay updated with the latest game developments through our ongoing coverage.