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Tokyo Sumo Performance:Sushi, show, Cherry Blossom Theme & Cruise

Tokyo tea ceremony room with cherry blossom decor and Mount Fuji artwork.
Sushi platter with sake on a table, Tokyo Sumo Performance dining experience.
Person whisking matcha in a bowl during a Tokyo spring tea ceremony.
Woman in kimono at Tokyo tea ceremony room with cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji artwork.

Duration

1 hr 30 min
    • Sail a sakura-themed Yakatabune with sumo show, live shamisen, sushi, sake, and soft drinks for a culture-rich cruise across Tokyo Bay.

    • Step into lantern-lit interiors as you cruise past Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, and Tokyo Tower, with open views unfolding along the waterfront.

    • Watch a sumo cultural performance that explains rituals, movements, and traditions through engaging live demonstrations onboard.

    • Enjoy a live shamisen performance while dining on an 8-variety sushi menu that showcases fresh flavors in a relaxed setting.

    • Benefit from multilingual hosts and included soft drinks, with sake served to complete a smooth and social onboard experience.

    • 90-minute Spring/Sakura Yakatabune cruise (as per option selected)

    • Cherry blossom-themed cruise

    • Sumo cultural performance

    • Live shamisen performance

    • Multilingual host (English, Japanese, and Chinese)

    • Unlimited soft drinks

    • One cup of sake

    • 8 varieties of sushi

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    • Extra Alcoholic Drink: Asahi Beer, Sake, Suntory etc at JPY500 (cash only)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • Culture-forward Yakatabune cruise with sumo demonstrations, live shamisen, and an 8-sushi menu in Tokyo Bay.

    Getting Started

    Meet at Etchujima Pier in Koto City for check-in and boarding. After ticket validation and a brief safety note, your host introduces the evening’s program before departure.

    What To Expect

    Board a traditional Yakatabune, a houseboat style rooted in the Heian and Edo periods. This curated evening blends performance and cuisine to illuminate sumo tradition and Japanese music as the city skyline comes into view.

    • Sumo culture demo – performers explain history, rituals, and movements, offering context rather than competition.

    • Live shamisen – the classic three‑string sound underscores the experience from departure to docking.

    • Sushi tasting – 8 varieties paired with soft drinks and a serving of sake for a balanced meal onboard.

    • Tokyo icons – pass Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba’s Statue of Liberty, and Tokyo Tower during the cruise.

    • Sakura ambiance – seasonal décor and lantern lighting set a distinctly Japanese setting for photos.

  • What to bring

    • Bring socks, as shoes must be removed onboard to participate in the experience.

    • Provide the full names of all travelers in advance for booking and insurance records.

    What’s not allowed

    • Non-folding wheelchairs are not permitted onboard.

    • Electric wheelchairs are not allowed on this experience.

    • Late arrivals cannot be accommodated once boarding has closed.

    Accessibility

    • Not wheelchair accessible due to boarding requirements and onboard layout.

    • Shoes must be removed onboard to participate in the experience.

    • Shared seating at low tables may be required during the cruise.

    Additional information

    • Please arrive 15 minutes early, as late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

    • Inform the operator at least 3 days in advance of any food allergies or dietary needs.

    • A seafood-free option is available on request, but gluten-free meals cannot be accommodated.

    • Boarding will be on SINA Boat 1 or 2, assigned based on operational requirements.

    • The experience includes both a sumo cultural performance and a live shamisen performance.

    • Missing traveler names may affect insurance coverage, so ensure all details are provided in advance.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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