Tokyo Sumo Tournament English Guided Tour

• Get ready for an exhilarating immersion into the world of Sumo wrestling in Japan, a sporting tradition that dates back centuries.

• The grandeur of the sumo stadium will amaze you as you get a chance to be seated with locals, cheering for the wrestlers from great viewing points.

• You're not just a spectator! An expert English-speaking guide will explain the sumo customs, rituals, and the significance of each match.

• Did you know sumo wrestlers have a special diet? Pick the dinner option, and indulge in the famous 'sumo stew', Chanko nabe.

• Did you know? Sumo wrestlers live in communal living quarters known as 'heya' where even their meals and clothing choices are strictly monitored.

• B-class reserved seats or C-class reserved seats

• English-speaking tour guide

• Sumo information and pamphlet

• Small group tour of 17

• Dinner (optional)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What's not allowed

• Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the arena.

Accessibility

• The experience is not wheelchair accessible accessible. There is a wheelchair storage space inside the stadium's 1st floor. However, since your seats are on the 2nd floor, people with mobility issues may have to climb the stairs on their own (or with the help of their family).

Additional information

• Infants and toddlers between ages 1 to 3 can enter free of charge if they don't need a seat (must sit on their parents' laps).

• Children must be accompanied by adults (18 or older).

• Note that this tour can accommodate a maximum of 17 people in 1 group.

• A minimum of 8 guests are required for this tour and if there aren't enough bookings, the tour will be canceled.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

• Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

• Meet your guide at Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena.

• Address: 1 Chome-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Note:-

• The exact meeting point will be provided a week before the event date, although it is designated near Ryogoku Kokugikan.