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Sumo Wrestling In Tokyo

Experience sumo wrestling in Tokyo. Choose live matches or stable visits. Dive into rituals and culture with our ticket options for an authentic journey.

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Sumo Wrestling In Tokyo
Sumo wrestler lifting performer during show at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers face off in a traditional match at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers in action during a match at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers in action at Hirakuza Ginza Tokyo Sumo Show.
People enjoying a Japanese dining experience with a live show.
Sumo wrestlers and visitors posing at Hirakuza Ginza Tokyo Sumo Show.
Traditional Japanese meal in bento boxes with tempura, rice, and side dishes.
Traditional Japanese meal with tempura, hot pot, and assorted side dishes.
Pouring sake into a red glass with a traditional Japanese meal in the background.
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2 hr 15 min
1 more
  • Watch a live sumo performance on a full-scale dohyo, staged with dramatic lighting, sound, and visuals.

  • Enjoy a Kaiseki dinner served alongside the show, inspired by Edo-period culinary traditions.

  • Follow the entire performance in English, making it easy to enjoy even if it’s your first sumo show.

  • Experience the show from Standard seats or upgrade to Premium seats closer to the ring.

  • Visit the on-site sake bar and souvenir shop for a complete Ginza evening experience.

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  • Watch a live sumo performance on a full-scale dohyo, staged with dramatic lighting, sound, and visuals.

  • Enjoy a Kaiseki dinner served alongside the show, inspired by Edo-period culinary traditions.

  • Follow the entire performance in English, making it easy to enjoy even if it’s your first sumo show.

  • Experience the show from Standard seats or upgrade to Premium seats closer to the ring.

  • Visit the on-site sake bar and souvenir shop for a complete Ginza evening experience.

from
¥19,000
Sumo wrestlers practicing morning exercises in a traditional Japanese sumo stable.
Sumo wrestlers and visitors sharing a meal during a morning practice in a sumo stable.
Person holding an audio guide with "Japan Awaits" lanyard during sumo stable tour.
Entrance to a sumo stable in Japan with traditional architecture.
Sumo wrestler preparing practice ring at a sumo stable in Japan.
Sumo wrestlers practicing in a stable with spectators observing in Tokyo.
Guests observing inside a sumo stable in Japan.
Sumo stable altar with traditional decorations and offerings in Japan.
Participants seated with notebooks during a sumo stable morning practice in Japan.
4 hr
Meals included
  • Dive into the world of sumo wrestling with a small-group tour, perfect for fans and those curious about this fascinating Japanese sport.

  • Learn from an expert local guide who gives you personalized insights on the sumo training routines, rituals, and techniques while you watch up close.

  • Share tea with sumo wrestlers after practice, ask questions, and hear stories from the ring – an experience you won’t forget!

  • Savor the true taste of the sumo diet with a chanko nabe lunch, the hearty protein-packed stew that sumos devour daily to maintain their strength.

  • Did you know? Sumo wrestlers eat up to 20,000 calories a day. That’s nearly 10 times the average person’s diet!

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  • Dive into the world of sumo wrestling with a small-group tour, perfect for fans and those curious about this fascinating Japanese sport.

  • Learn from an expert local guide who gives you personalized insights on the sumo training routines, rituals, and techniques while you watch up close.

  • Share tea with sumo wrestlers after practice, ask questions, and hear stories from the ring – an experience you won’t forget!

  • Savor the true taste of the sumo diet with a chanko nabe lunch, the hearty protein-packed stew that sumos devour daily to maintain their strength.

  • Did you know? Sumo wrestlers eat up to 20,000 calories a day. That’s nearly 10 times the average person’s diet!

from
¥20,900
Sumo wrestlers practicing at a Tokyo stable during morning training session.
Sumo wrestler preparing for a match in a traditional Japanese dojo.
Sumo wrestlers practicing at a Tokyo stable during a morning tour.
Japanese teapot and cup with tea on a wooden tray.
Sumo wrestlers grappling in a traditional match in Japan.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Enjoy an intimate, up-close sumo show in Shinjuku, featuring live matches, guided commentary, drinks, and a souvenir photo included.

  • Learn about sumo’s history, rituals, and rules through engaging explanations in both English and Japanese.

  • Watch live demonstrations in a small-group setting, making every move, clash, and ritual easy to see and understand.

  • Step into the ring for a friendly sumo challenge, interacting directly with the wrestlers in a fun, safe environment.

  • Ask questions during a live Q&A, then take home a souvenir photo to remember this unique cultural experience.

More details

  • Enjoy an intimate, up-close sumo show in Shinjuku, featuring live matches, guided commentary, drinks, and a souvenir photo included.

  • Learn about sumo’s history, rituals, and rules through engaging explanations in both English and Japanese.

  • Watch live demonstrations in a small-group setting, making every move, clash, and ritual easy to see and understand.

  • Step into the ring for a friendly sumo challenge, interacting directly with the wrestlers in a fun, safe environment.

  • Ask questions during a live Q&A, then take home a souvenir photo to remember this unique cultural experience.

from
¥10,792
Sumo wrestlers performing in a Tokyo arena with spectators watching.
Sumo wrestler crouches in preparation for a match in a Tokyo arena.
Bottled water held in hands as a welcome drink.
Sumo wrestlers in stance before match in Tokyo arena.
Referee bowing to sumo wrestlers in a traditional Japanese sumo ring.
Sumo wrestlers posing after a match in a traditional Japanese setting.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Get up close to authentic sumo wrestling in Shinjuku, with live bouts, cultural insights, and the rare chance to step into the ring yourself.

  • Watch powerful sumo demonstrations while an English-speaking MC explains the rules, rituals, and meaning behind every move.

  • Learn the history and traditions of sumo, from pre-match ceremonies to the discipline that shapes a wrestler’s daily life.

  • Take part in a friendly sumo challenge, testing your balance and strength against a professional wrestler in a safe, fun setting.

  • Capture the moment with a souvenir photo, plus enjoy a complimentary bottled drink after the show.

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  • Get up close to authentic sumo wrestling in Shinjuku, with live bouts, cultural insights, and the rare chance to step into the ring yourself.

  • Watch powerful sumo demonstrations while an English-speaking MC explains the rules, rituals, and meaning behind every move.

  • Learn the history and traditions of sumo, from pre-match ceremonies to the discipline that shapes a wrestler’s daily life.

  • Take part in a friendly sumo challenge, testing your balance and strength against a professional wrestler in a safe, fun setting.

  • Capture the moment with a souvenir photo, plus enjoy a complimentary bottled drink after the show.

from
¥15,000
Sumo wrestlers practicing at a Tokyo stable during morning tour.
Sumo show lunch with rice, miso soup, and breaded cutlet on a plate.
Sumo wrestling arena with dining tables in a Japanese restaurant setting.
Sumo wrestlers hot pot with tofu, vegetables, and chicken in a steaming broth.
Sumo show entry at Yokozuna Tonkatsu restaurant in Japan.
Sumo wrestling arena with seating area in a modern venue.
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1 hr 30 min
1 more
  • Take part in hands-on wrestling with veteran sumo athletes, wearing traditional sumo costumes supplied by the venue for an immersive experience.

  • Watch three authentic sumo matches up close while retired wrestlers explain Japan’s history, techniques, and manners in clear English demonstrations.

  • Savor authentic Japanese lunch with Tonkatsu and Chanko-nabe, with vegetarian or pork-free options available at the restaurant’s discretion.

  • Preserve your visit with a souvenir photo alongside the real sumo champions after your immersive sumo experience in Tokyo.

More details

  • Take part in hands-on wrestling with veteran sumo athletes, wearing traditional sumo costumes supplied by the venue for an immersive experience.

  • Watch three authentic sumo matches up close while retired wrestlers explain Japan’s history, techniques, and manners in clear English demonstrations.

  • Savor authentic Japanese lunch with Tonkatsu and Chanko-nabe, with vegetarian or pork-free options available at the restaurant’s discretion.

  • Preserve your visit with a souvenir photo alongside the real sumo champions after your immersive sumo experience in Tokyo.

from
¥17,500
Sumo wrestlers grappling at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers practicing at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Wrestling ring at Asakusa Sumo club, Tokyo with seating area in background.
Visitors posing with sumo wrestlers at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers posing at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers in traditional attire at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers competing at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
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2 hr
  • Watch exciting sumo matches between retired wrestlers with a private English-speaking guide for your group and get to know sumo traditions and techniques.

  • Savor a gourmet meal featuring chicken hot pot, beef sukiyaki box dinner, dessert, and vegetarian options, paired with Japanese whiskey, beer, wine, or your choice of soft drinks.

  • Enjoy an elegant geisha dance performance in traditional kimonos before the matches begin.

  • Upgrade to Business Class (second row) or First Class (front row) for extras like chanko-nabe, A5 wagyu sukiyaki and tempura, unlimited drinks, a souvenir photo, a gift set, and a happi coat for First Class guests.

More details

  • Watch exciting sumo matches between retired wrestlers with a private English-speaking guide for your group and get to know sumo traditions and techniques.

  • Savor a gourmet meal featuring chicken hot pot, beef sukiyaki box dinner, dessert, and vegetarian options, paired with Japanese whiskey, beer, wine, or your choice of soft drinks.

  • Enjoy an elegant geisha dance performance in traditional kimonos before the matches begin.

  • Upgrade to Business Class (second row) or First Class (front row) for extras like chanko-nabe, A5 wagyu sukiyaki and tempura, unlimited drinks, a souvenir photo, a gift set, and a happi coat for First Class guests.

from
¥30,000
Sumo wrestler teaching a participant in a Tokyo sumo wrestling experience.
Sumo wrestlers and children in traditional attire during Tokyo sumo wrestling experience.
Child practicing sumo wrestling with a sumo wrestler in Tokyo dojo.
Participants learning sumo wrestling techniques in Tokyo dojo.
Steaming hot pot with vegetables and mushrooms served during Sumo Wrestling Experience in Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers practicing in a Tokyo dojo during a sumo wrestling experience.
Sumo wrestler teaching a participant in a Tokyo sumo wrestling experience.
Sumo wrestler training with participant in Tokyo dojo.
Sumo Wrestling Experience in Tokyo with participants enjoying traditional hot pot meal.
Free cancellation
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4 hr
1 more
  • Get the ultimate immersive sumo experience with this 4-hour guided tour of a sumo stable and watch the wrestlers practice!

  • Learn all about the history and the cultural impact of this Japanese sport from an expert local guide.

  • Try your hand at taking on the experienced sumo wrestlers. Don't worry, this is a play fight and completely optional!

  • Make delicious chicken dumplings for chanko nabe, the sumo wrestlers hot pot, and enjoy the hearty dish with them.

  • Did you know? The word 'rishiki', used to refer to professional sumo wrestlers, loosely translates to 'strong man' in Japanese.

More details

  • Get the ultimate immersive sumo experience with this 4-hour guided tour of a sumo stable and watch the wrestlers practice!

  • Learn all about the history and the cultural impact of this Japanese sport from an expert local guide.

  • Try your hand at taking on the experienced sumo wrestlers. Don't worry, this is a play fight and completely optional!

  • Make delicious chicken dumplings for chanko nabe, the sumo wrestlers hot pot, and enjoy the hearty dish with them.

  • Did you know? The word 'rishiki', used to refer to professional sumo wrestlers, loosely translates to 'strong man' in Japanese.

from
¥25,800
Sumo wrestlers prepare to compete at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers in action at Hirakuza Ginza Tokyo Sumo Show.
Sumo wrestler lifting performer during show at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Colorful fish tanks at Ginza Art Aquarium, Tokyo, with vibrant lighting and red foliage.
Goldfish swimming in a round bowl with deep blue lighting.
People enjoying a Japanese dining experience with a live show.
Sumo wrestlers face off in a traditional match at Hirakuza Ginza, Tokyo.
Sumo wrestlers and visitors posing at Hirakuza Ginza Tokyo Sumo Show.
Ginza Art Aquarium with illuminated fish tanks and vibrant light displays.
Skull-shaped installation with colorful lights and fish at Art Aquarium Ginza.
Tiered aquariums with goldfish under purple light at Art Aquarium Museum.
Flexible duration
Meals included
  • Experience two standout Ginza attractions in one easy plan. An immersive goldfish art museum and a live sumo dinner show, plus 5% savings.

  • What you get at Art Aquarium Museum Ginza: Entry to the goldfish-themed art museum with 30,000+ fish, illuminated tanks, themed zones, and seasonal displays.

  • What you get at the Sumo Show & Dinner: A live sumo performance on a full-sized dohyo, an English-speaking show, standard seating, and a Kaiseki-style dinner.

  • How the combo works: Visit both experiences in central Ginza on the same day or on different days within the ticket's validity period, with flexible scheduling.

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  • Experience two standout Ginza attractions in one easy plan. An immersive goldfish art museum and a live sumo dinner show, plus 5% savings.

  • What you get at Art Aquarium Museum Ginza: Entry to the goldfish-themed art museum with 30,000+ fish, illuminated tanks, themed zones, and seasonal displays.

  • What you get at the Sumo Show & Dinner: A live sumo performance on a full-sized dohyo, an English-speaking show, standard seating, and a Kaiseki-style dinner.

  • How the combo works: Visit both experiences in central Ginza on the same day or on different days within the ticket's validity period, with flexible scheduling.

from ¥21,700
¥20,615

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Sumo wrestler crouching, focused on opponent in a crowded arena, Japan.
Sumo wrestlers competing in a Tokyo arena with a referee observing.
Sumo wrestler performing on stage in front of an audience in Japan.
Sumo wrestler executing a move against opponent in a crowded arena.
Sumo wrestler throwing salt during a traditional ceremony in Japan.
Sumo wrestlers competing in a crowded arena in Japan.
Sumo wrestlers face off in a Tokyo tournament ring, surrounded by an audience.
Sumo wrestlers competing in a ring with an audience in Tokyo, Japan.
Sumo wrestlers prepare for a match in a crowded Japanese arena.
Sumo wrestling arena in Tokyo with surrounding cityscape and Tokyo Skytree in the background.
4 hr 10 min
  • Watch the Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament with a licensed English-speaking guide who explains the sport before the matches begin.

  • Start with a guided pre-event lecture that helps you understand sumo rules, rituals, and rankings.

  • Enjoy live bouts and traditional ceremonies from reserved seating at Ryōgoku Kokugikan.

  • Receive The Sumo booklet in English and the official banzuke-hyo to follow the wrestlers during the tournament.

  • Choose A, B, C, or S seats, with A and S seats including a yakitori snack, a drink, and a cheering towel.

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  • Watch the Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament with a licensed English-speaking guide who explains the sport before the matches begin.

  • Start with a guided pre-event lecture that helps you understand sumo rules, rituals, and rankings.

  • Enjoy live bouts and traditional ceremonies from reserved seating at Ryōgoku Kokugikan.

  • Receive The Sumo booklet in English and the official banzuke-hyo to follow the wrestlers during the tournament.

  • Choose A, B, C, or S seats, with A and S seats including a yakitori snack, a drink, and a cheering towel.

from
¥19,000

What our guests say

Oliver Fitje Du Preez
AU

Oliver

Australia
Feb 2026

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The museum was a Really cool experience and super easy ticket ordering made the whole day super great and smooth. The whole process and the staff who helped with my ticket made it super fun

Combo (Save 5%) : Standard Seat + Tickets to Art Aquarium Museum GINZA

Jennifer  H Tjandra
US

Jennifer

United States
Oct 2025

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All the displays with the play of lights were mesmerizing, together with the music choice created a serene experience. There were also cute and unique fishes to see. Would recommend this exhibition to people visiting Ginza.

Combo (Save 5%) : Standard Seat + Tickets to Art Aquarium Museum GINZA

Lara Rose Connolly
GB

Lara

United Kingdom
Jan 2026

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Our passionate & knowledgable guide provided an excellent briefing that really added to our enjoyment of the sumo. The basho itself held our attention throughout. Highly recommended.

Tokyo Sumo Wrestling Tournament in Ryogoku: Seat B or S Tickets

Annerie Overzet

Annerie

Sep 2025

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It realy was so much fun! Firts a small tour en some information about sumo, and after that the real deal! Good organisation, loved it!

Tokyo Sumo Tournament LIVE: Reserved Tickets & Expert Guide at Ryōgoku Kokugikan

Christofer Krueger
DE

Christofer

Germany
Feb 2026
The guide explained sumo wrestling really well. The training demonstration and the fights were impressive. We were able to try both with the sumo wrestlers. That was fun. We had a nice chat with the sumo wrestlers over dinner afterwards. The guide translated for us.

Kawasaki: Sumo Practice Show at Kanagawa with Chanko-Nabe Hot Pot, Photo & T-shirt

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