noun
ladder-top stunts; ladder acrobatics
A traditional Japanese performance art where an acrobat balances and performs stunts atop a tall ladder, often seen at festivals or firefighter demonstrations.
祭りで梯子乗りの妙技が披露された。
At the festival, a ladder-top stunt performance was presented.
消防出初式では、はしご乗りが名物だ。
At the New Year's fire brigade ceremony, ladder acrobatics are a highlight.
Compound of 梯子 (はしご, 'ladder') and 乗り (のり, 'riding' or 'performing on'), referring to the act of climbing and performing on a ladder.