Grunting softly in response, Rokuta cocks his head. Not really surprised at the answer, more displeased. But not all animals can be ridden with just a saddle and a bridle of some sort... at least there seemed to be no whips or anything else such in presence.

"No," Rokuta huffed, shaking his head, "nothing wrong with riding. There's lot of animals used that way, and as long as people take care of 'em, it's fine."

The kirin and their riders come charging past for the second lap, and he unfolds slightly from his position, kicking his feet.

"But like I said, you don't ride kirin where I'm from."