Guided Tours

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

Name: Tokyo Sumo Tournament LIVE: Reserved Tickets & Expert Guide at Ryōgoku Kokugikan
Brand: Headout
SKU: 37141
Price: 31776 JPY
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (13 reviews)

Sumo wrestlers in a ring with a large crowd watching in Tokyo.

Sumo wrestlers engage in a match during a tournament in Tokyo.

Sumo wrestling match in a crowded Tokyo stadium with a central ring.

Sumo wrestlers in a Tokyo arena preparing for a match, surrounded by spectators.

Duration

5 hr

Guided tour

4.3/5

(13)

Jodi

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Oliver was delightful. He was knowledgeable and keep the group on time! The experience was something we always wanted to do, glad we finally made the time to do ao .

Lars

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

A pleasure to watch one of the premier sports events in the world! The guide also went around the arena and explained the finer points of sumo. A great experience!

Vanessa

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Yes, the guide and the tournament made the experience even more exceptional. I'll always have this day engraved in my mind.

Watch thrilling live sumo matches at Fukuoka Kokusai Center, as powerful wrestlers face off in one of Japan’s six annual Grand Sumo tournaments.

Settle into your reserved second or third-floor seat for excellent views of the ring, while an English-speaking guide explains rankings, rituals, and match details in real time.

Experience Japan’s national sport up close, with guided commentary and cultural insights that bring each ritual and bout to life.

Select Chair-seat B for a higher vantage point, or Masu-seat C on the 2nd floor for a closer, shared seating experience near the ring.

Entry ticket to the Sumo tournament

English-speaking guide

Reserved seat (B or C class, second floor)

Food and drinks

Hotel transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.3
13 reviews
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What our guests say
Annerie
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
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!
Helene
Sep 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The tour in 1,5 hours before the turnament was fine. Didn't see the guided tour in the description, so it was a surprise. The price was quite high when we got the ticket and it said 5500 yen per person, and we paid over 60.000 yen for the tour and ticket indside. For 2 persons. But if you want to see the turnament and can't get a ticket, then this might be the way, if you don't care about paying more.
Jodi
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Oliver was delightful. He was knowledgeable and keep the group on time! The experience was something we always wanted to do, glad we finally made the time to do ao .
Lars
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
A pleasure to watch one of the premier sports events in the world! The guide also went around the arena and explained the finer points of sumo. A great experience!
Vanessa
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Yes, the guide and the tournament made the experience even more exceptional. I'll always have this day engraved in my mind.

Begin your journey at Ekōin Temple, where you’ll meet your English-speaking guide and get a quick rundown of sumo’s rankings, rituals, and match flow. Then head to Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena and settle into your reserved seat to watch the tournament live.

Getting started

Meeting point: Ekōin Temple, 2-Chōme-8-10 Ryōgoku, Sumida City, Tokyo.

Meet your guide outside the temple. Before entering the arena, they’ll brief you on what to expect and walk you through key traditions, ensuring you can follow the matches with ease once inside.

What to expect

Real tournament atmosphere: Step inside Tokyo’s legendary sumo arena and experience Japan’s national sport as it happens.

Guided cultural insights: Learn the meaning behind rituals, referee calls, and rankings from your English-speaking sumo expert.

Reserved seating: Watch the matches comfortably with guaranteed seats that give you clear views of the ring.

Rituals & face-offs up close: Witness ceremonial entrances, pre-match rituals, and intense bouts from start to finish.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID for entry along with your ticket.

What’s not allowed

Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the venue.

Large bags and luggage are not permitted inside the venue.

Accessibility

The venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Tournaments run only on scheduled dates; check availability in advance.

This is a shared tour

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.