Duration
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Meals included
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Take part in hands-on wrestling with veteran sumo athletes, wearing traditional sumo costumes supplied by the venue for an immersive experience.
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Watch three authentic sumo matches up close while retired wrestlers explain Japan’s history, techniques, and manners in clear English demonstrations.
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Savor authentic Japanese lunch with Tonkatsu and Chanko-nabe, with vegetarian or pork-free options available at the restaurant’s discretion.
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Preserve your visit with a souvenir photo alongside the real sumo champions after your immersive sumo experience in Tokyo.
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Live sumo demonstrations
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Traditional Japanese lunch, including Tonkatsu & Chanko Nabe
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Wrestle with retired sumo wrestlers
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Learn sumo history, culture, techniques, and manners
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Authentic sumo costume
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Souvenir photograph with the wrestlers
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Transportation to/from restaurant
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Gratuities
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Drinks
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Infant meals
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get ready for 1.5 hours of action, fun, and food with retired sumo wrestlers. You’ll watch live matches, learn about Japan’s oldest wrestling tradition, and enjoy a hearty sumo-style lunch.
Getting started
Head to Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka in Sumida City, where the staff will welcome you and check your reservation. After a quick intro, join your group and meet the retired sumo wrestlers who will guide the experience.
What to expect
The SUMO Show with Lunch in Tokyo is a lively, interactive experience. Retired sumo wrestlers lead the session, sharing stories, demonstrating moves, and giving you a hands-on taste of sumo life. You’ll also get to dig into authentic sumo-style dishes, all in a fun, friendly setting.
Features:
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Meet retired sumo wrestlers: Chat with real ex-sumo athletes and hear what life in the ring is really like.
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Live sumo demonstrations: Watch three authentic sparring matches and see sumo’s rules, techniques, and rituals up close.
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Audience participation: Try wrestling with the wrestlers or put on a sumo suit for unforgettable photos.
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Sumo history and culture: Learn how sumo started, the daily routines, and the ceremonial customs that make it so unique.
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Tonkatsu and chanko soup lunch: Feast on a meal inspired by what sumo athletes eat. Vegetarian and pork-free options are available at the restaurant’s discretion.
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What to bring
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Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.
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Bring any necessary documentation regarding dietary restrictions or allergies if you have made a request at the time of booking.
What’s not allowed
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Food & beverages, alcohol, drugs, sharp metallic tools or objects, large suitcase and bags are not allowed on this experience.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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Infants must sit on laps; infant meals are not included.
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You may be asked to share a table with another group. For large groups, it may not be possible to seat everyone at the same table.
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Seating arrangement is based on reservation order; arriving early does not guarantee a better seat.
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Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies at the time of booking. Requests received less than 5 days before the event may not be accommodated.
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Date changes are not allowed within 3 days of the experience. In case of flight delays, illness, or any other reason, it will be treated as a cancellation.
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The experience duration is approximately 1.5 hours, including the meal.
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A maximum of 60 travelers per session are allowed.
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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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