[Sept 20] Tokyo: Private Sumo Tour with Morning Practice, Hokusai Museum & Grand Sumo Tournament

Experience Japan’s national sport up close with guided access to sumo morning practice, the Hokusai Museum, and Grand Sumo Tournament reserved seats in one day.

Getting started

Your day begins with a private hotel pick-up, where your licensed English-speaking expert guide greets you and confirms your itinerary. Settle into a comfortable vehicle for direct transport to your first venue. All admission tickets for the day’s venues are provided by your guide, ensuring a seamless start without the need for separate check-ins.

What to expect

Sumo stable

Begin at a renowned sumo stable, where you’ll witness an hour of authentic morning training.

• Observe sumo wrestlers as they practice their techniques and rituals, offering insight into the discipline and culture behind the sport.

• After the session, you’ll have the opportunity to take photos with the wrestlers and ask questions, guided by your English-speaking expert.

• Your ticket covers entry and the full training experience, with commentary and context provided throughout.

The Sumida Hokusai Museum

Next, visit the Sumida Hokusai Museum, dedicated to the ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai.

• Explore exhibitions featuring Hokusai’s iconic works and learn about his influence on Japanese art.

• Your guide shares stories about Hokusai’s life and the evolution of his style, enriching your understanding of the exhibits.

• Admission to the museum is included, and your guide is on hand to answer questions and provide additional information.

Kyu-Yasuda Garden

Take a restorative stroll through Kyu-Yasuda Garden, a Japanese landscape garden dating to the Edo period.

• Experience the scenery that inspired many ukiyo-e prints, with features such as ponds, bridges, and seasonal flora.

• Enjoy a moment of tranquility, connecting the garden’s living elements to the art you’ve just seen.

• Entry to the garden is included as part of your tour.

Ryogoku Kokugikan

Conclude your day at Ryogoku Kokugikan, Tokyo’s premier sumo arena, for the Grand Sumo Tournament.

• Enter the arena with your reserved (A-Seat, B-Seat, or C-Seat) ticket and explore the refreshment stands and official merchandise shop before the matches begin.

• Watch live sumo bouts from your designated seat, experiencing the excitement and ceremony of this celebrated sporting event.

• Your guide explains the rules, rituals, and key moments, ensuring you get the most from the tournament.

• Tournament admission is included, and your guide remains available for questions and support.

Wrapping up

After the tournament, your guide will assist you with any final questions or directions. Hotel drop-off is not included, so you are free to continue exploring the area or make your own way back.