Duration
Guided tour
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Travel from Tokyo to Nagoya by Shinkansen and enjoy a seamless day at one of Japan’s headline sumo tournaments with a licensed guide handling logistics.
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Watch professional sumo bouts from reserved arena seating as wrestlers compete, bringing you close to the intensity and tradition of the sport.
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Listen through earphones as your guide explains rules, rituals, and key moments in clear English, so you never miss what’s happening.
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Take home an English “The Sumo” booklet and a banzuke ranking sheet to revisit wrestlers, traditions, and insights from the day.
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Choose S, A, or B-class seating at booking to match your preferred view, balancing proximity to the ring with comfort and budget.
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Grand Sumo ticket
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Round-trip Shinkansen tickets
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Licensed guide interpreter
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Audio earphone guide
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The Sumo booklet(in English)
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Banzuke-hyo
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A/B/S-class seat (as per option selected)
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- Transportation expenses from Nagoya Station to Nagoya Zokei University right across from IG Arena
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Catch the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament with round-trip Shinkansen and a licensed guide, plus reserved seating and clear commentary.
Getting Started
Meet your guide at the designated departure point in Tokyo. Tickets are verified and seats confirmed before boarding the Shinkansen. On arrival in Nagoya, follow your guide from the station to the arena.
What To Expect
Attend a marquee tournament session in Nagoya and immerse yourself in Japan’s national sport with guided context in English.
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Round-trip Shinkansen from Tokyo provides fast, comfortable travel directly to Nagoya for the tournament.
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Reserved arena seating in your chosen category (S, A, or B) ensures a clear view of the dohyo and proceedings.
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Licensed guide support with earphone commentary helps explain rules, rituals, and what’s happening in real time.
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Take-home extras include The Sumo booklet (English) and a banzuke-hyo—useful references to rankings and traditions.
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Streamlined flow from station to venue with your guide managing group movement and essential logistics.
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What to bring
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Reservation confirmation on mobile or print
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Cashless payment method for purchases
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Pick up Shinkansen tickets in advance
What’s not allowed
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Outside food and drinks inside the venue
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Smoking in the arena or on the Shinkansen
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Large luggage in the seating area
Accessibility
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Wheelchair access on request; not usable in the seating area
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Guests must move to their seats independently or with a companion
Additional information
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Pick up Shinkansen tickets at Tokyo City before departure
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Arrive 12:50–13:10 at Nagoya meeting point; late entry not allowed
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Seats are pre-assigned; groups may be split
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Children under 6 may not receive separate seats unless booked
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The tour may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met
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No refunds for missed entry or unused services
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Food not included; dining available inside the venue
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Shinkansen schedule may vary; a missed train allows non-reserved seating on the same day
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An English-speaking licensed guide joins from the Nagoya meeting point
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- 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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