Sumo Wrestling In Tokyo

Watch live sumo matches inside Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena, with insights from an expert guide explaining traditions, rituals, and rules in real time.

Learn about centuries-old sumo rituals, from ceremonial ring entrances to referee calls, adding cultural depth to every match you see.

Sit back in your reserved seat B or C class on the second floor, ensuring a comfortable viewing spot with clear sightlines to witness the power and spectacle of sumo wrestling.

Get a unique cultural experience that blends sport and tradition, watching Japan’s national sport live with context you wouldn’t get on your own.

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.

Uncover the mystique of Sumo wrestling with a rare invitation to a ringside view of a morning training session in Tokyo.

Learn about Japan's national sport and the training regimen of the wrestlers with a guide to take you through the session.

Get a glimpse into the lives of sumo wrestlers, and don't miss the chance to snap a memorable group picture with them, also known as Rikshi.

Did you know? Sumo wrestling, now a modern sport, was originally performed over 1500 years ago to entertain Shinto deities!

Make your Tokyo trip memorable as you get to see Japan’s natural sport up close with a bilingual guide by your side and a hearty chicken hot pot to end the day.

English and Japanese commentary by a moderator brings sumo’s history, rules, and rituals to life for all guests.

Enjoy a captivating Japanese dance performance by geisha in elegant kimonos before the sumo show begins.

Take home a printed souvenir photo with a former sumo wrestler, plus a gift bag and a framed group photo with wrestlers and geisha.

Upgrade to VIP front-row seating for unbeatable views of the dohyo(sumo ring) and a closer connection to the sumo action.

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!