Online dictionary of history and traditions in Japan: Hayato

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Hayato

隼人
alternative words: Hayato tribe
keywords: minority
related topics: Kumaso , Sumo , Nihonshoki , Nara period , Yamato dynasty
explanation: Minority living in south Kyushu until Nara period. According to Nihonshoki, the tribe stemmed from Hosuseri, brother of Hohodemi who is the grandfather of Jinmu. Contrary to Kumaso, they obeyed quickly to Yamato dynasty and served as guardians of the imperial palace. During a coronation or a visit of emperors, they imitated dog's barking. So, Hayato may have stemmed from south China where many minorities believe their dog's origin. Sumo originated from their custom, too.