Ofunaya Kichibee, leading the chant
When he gives a single shout to the heavens, “Hora!”
The oarsmen, as if to say, “We’ve been waiting!”
Call in good fortune, echoing back “Enya!”
It’s the Horaibune (Treasure Ship) of Matsue, bringing happiness
Horan-enya Horan-ee-e Easanosa