Grand Sumo in Tokyo

EUR 205,-

per person

Available all year 5.5 hours Starting point Tokyo

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Overview

Sumo Viewing experience and lecture at the Grand Sumo Tournament in Ryogoku, Tokyo.

Join us for an extraordinary experience, immersing in the centuries-old Japanese cultural spectacle of sumo wrestling. This exclusive Sumo Tour offers a unique blend of tradition, excitement, and insight into the world of Japan's national sport.

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12:30

Arrive at Ryogoku View Hotel

Assemble at the Ryogoku View Hotel. Get ready to step into the world of sumo.

Lecture About Sumo

At the hotel, our knowledgeable National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter sets the stage with an engaging lecture about the history and intricacies of sumo wrestling.

Head to Ryogoku Kokugikan

Take a short walk to the iconic Ryogoku Kokugikan, where the anticipation for the grand tournament begins to build.

Watch Sumo at Ryogoku Kokugikan

Settle into your comfortable A-class chair seats on the 2nd floor. The thrill of the matches will unfold before your eyes. Enjoy a light snack of Kokugikan specialty yakitori and a refreshing drink while waving your cheering towel in support of your favourite wrestlers.

18:00

Program ends at Ryogoku Kokugikan

While the tour concludes, your sumo experience doesn’t have to. Explore the area around Ryogoku Station filled with the ambiance of the Grand Sumo Tournament. Indulge in the local chanko hot pot restaurants run by former sumo wrestlers.

Important information

What is included

Admission fees (including lecture and sumo tournament)
Educational resources ("The Sumo" booklet in English and the Banzuke-hyo ranking table)
Snack and cheer gear

What is not included

Pick-up and drop-off service

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