Morning Sumo Practice Viewing in Tokyo
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
The guide will first explain the origin, history, rules, fun, etc. of sumo.
Sumo wrestlers are working extremely hard to be stronger because their ranking directly affects their income. The morning practice starts before 7:00 a.m. with stretching, warming-up, and a routine of basic sumo movements. We get into the stable around 8:00 a.m. when they start practice matches. You will be overwhelmed by the sounds as you watch wrestlers hit their bodies head-on again and again. By this time, you will realize a huge mass of muscles constitute their bodies. When they stretch to cool down, you are now surprised to see how supple they are, which may be counter-intuitive given their gigantic bodies.
We will take photos with them after the practice.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All participants are required to sit on a cushion on a flat floor; no chairs are available.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guiding in English by a local certified expert guide
Donations to the stable
Most probably, there is a photo shooting session with sumo wrestlers.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What To Expect
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Sky Tree is the world's tallest self-standing broadcasting tower. You will be overwhelmed by this massive and gigantic structure inspired by the image of a Japanese sword. Here the guide will brief you on how to enjoy sumo and simple rules you need to abide by while watching the practice in the stable.
Sumida
We will visit a sumo stable and watch the practice sitting inside the stable.
Options
Morning practice
Reviews
61 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A memorable and insightful experience
skN9071XR,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing viewing this morning with our guide and interpreter. Jeff-san has incredible insight into the history and practice of sumo and it was fascinating talking to him before and after the viewing. Watching the morning practice itself was a truly unforgettable experience and we would highly recommend for anyone interested in Japanese culture, history or sport.
Great Sumo experience!
jasongD3417YZ,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sue our guide was very knowledgeable!!! We loved her ability to explain sumo to our group. Watching the sumo practice and knowing what Sue taught us before was super helpful. Also Sue wrote us notes during to explain things. (You are to be quiet while inside the stable). This was real sumo, they worked hard! Would recommend this 💯!
Beautiful experience
simonabV9212NP,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unique experience at a sumo school in Tokyo! Exciting to watch such powerful athletes train. The guide was kind, prepared and very helpful.
Class time
777dag,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taka the tour guide. Absolute gentleman. Was great to watch the sumos training, have a new found interest in this sport.
Morning Sumo Practice
spencern670,
Jun 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the highlights of my trip. Jeff was an amazing guide! Got to learn about the history of sumo and see first-hand how they practice
Sumo practice not to be missed!
H1580OAemmag,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I wasn't sure what to expect, but Jeff our tour guide gave my husband and I a history of Sumo. Which was really detailed and interesting. Jeff certainly knows his stuff! We had great communication about the event and where to meet. There weren't many people viewing the practice so we had good views. If you're visiting I recommend this tour.
Cool look into the world of sumo training
L9363IAkirstenm,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taka was a great tour guide and it was an overall great experience especially since it can be so difficult or expensive to book tickets to an actual sumo match. Be prepared to sit on cushions on the floor for a long time. There is also no talking during the training so you just observe the sumo wrestlers as they go through their exercises
Amazing experience at Naruto Sumo Stable!
437hassaanm,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time with Aki Kotao as our tour guide for the sumo practice morning tour. She took us to Naruto Sumo Stable, and it was fantastic to watch them train and learn about their common practices and routines. Highly recommend!
Best experience ever
0leidym,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We will recommend, this tour it is very interesting to learn about the sumo's life and training. And we thanks our guide Aki Kotao for her professionalism.
Great Sumo Wrestling Tour with Dawn
Christopher M,
Feb 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great way to see the sumo wrestlers. You are very close up and get to see them practice and compete with each other for 2-3 hours. Our tour guide, Dawn, was great and extremely knowledgeable of the sport of sumo wrestling.
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