Nagoya Sumo Tournament LIVE: Reserved Tickets & Expert Guide at IG Arena

Discover Nagoya's historic landmarks before attending a live Grand Sumo Tournament at IG Arena with reserved seating and expert commentary.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the Silver Clock inside Nagoya Station at 1pm. Look for the Amigo Tours sign before travelling together by subway into the city. Your guide will introduce the day's itinerary before leading the group through Nagoya's historic district and onward to IG Arena for the tournament.

What to expect

Muneharu Kinshachi

Begin your afternoon in one of Nagoya's lively shopping districts, where you'll have free time to browse local stores or grab a quick snack before the cultural tour continues.

• Walk through one of central Nagoya's bustling shopping streets.

• Enjoy free time for refreshments before continuing the tour.

Ninomaru Garden & Nagoya Castle

Continue to the peaceful Ninomaru Garden before visiting the exterior of Nagoya Castle and Honmaru Palace, two of the city's best-known historical landmarks.

• Stroll through traditional Japanese gardens with seasonal scenery.

• View the exterior of Nagoya Castle and Honmaru Palace.

• Learn about the castle's history from your guide while stopping for photographs.

• Please note that entry inside the castle and palace is not included.

Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament at IG Arena

Finish the day inside IG Arena, home to the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament, one of six official Grand Sumo tournaments held annually in Japan. From your reserved chair seat, watch centuries-old rituals unfold before each bout while your guide explains wrestler rankings, tournament traditions, match techniques, and the cultural significance of sumo, making every contest easier to follow for first-time visitors and seasoned fans alike. The tournament has been held at IG Arena since 2025, replacing the former Dolphins Arena venue.

• Reserved chair seating throughout the tournament.

• Live explanations of sumo rules, rituals, and rankings.

• Watch authentic professional bouts inside Nagoya's newest arena.

Wrapping up

Choose the seating category that best suits your preferred view, from panoramic Zone C seats and mid-level Zone B seats to the more spacious Zone SS seats located in the front rows of the balcony section.