Complete Sumo Experience in Tokyo

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

This immersive sumo experience goes beyond just watching — you’ll step right into the world of sumo. Unlike traditional options, this tour lets you watch wrestlers train up close, challenge them in friendly matches, ask questions, and take photos together. To complete the experience, enjoy a hearty chanko nabe meal, just like the wrestlers themselves. It’s a rare opportunity to not only observe but truly engage with sumo culture firsthand.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Training and matches by sumo wrestlers

Q&A session with sumo wrestlers

Crash course in sumo by an expert

Chanko nabe meal (hot pot dish) eaten by sumo wrestlers

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What To Expect

This experience offers you a perfect chance to: 1) See how the traditional sumo stable looks like 2) Learn the origin, history, and culture of sumo 3) Observe how sumo wrestlers train 4) Watch actual matches 5) Challenge wrestlers 6) Ask wrestlers questions 7) Take photos with them Conventionally, there were two ways to experience sumo: watching grand sumo tournaments in an arena or morning practice in the stable. The unique thing about this experience is that you can: 1) Watch everything up close. 2) Experience sumo by challenging wrestlers 3) Ask wrestlers questions 4) Take photos with them Last but not least, you will watch the show over a chanko nabe meal, which sumo wrestlers eat to build their muscles and bodies. All in all, by completely immersing yourself in the world of sumo, you can gain an unforgettable sumo experience.

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