Sapporo Sumo Show Experience with Japanese Food and Photo

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Immerse yourself in the world of sumo at Sapporo's first sumo show restaurant, where history and culinary delight meet. Learn the ancient rules of sumo and witness expert demonstrations from retired wrestlers. Feel the thrill as you step into the ring for your own match, limited to a select few. Savor a hearty Chanko-nabe prepared by former sumo athletes, and enjoy an intimate view of the Dohyo from your seat. Each guest leaves with a souvenir photo alongside the wrestlers, making this a unique celebration of Japanese culture that you won’t forget.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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

A set of Japanese cuisine with chanko-nabe and one drink is included.

Commemorative photo with former rikishi

Private transportation

What To Expect

Sumo is as old if not older than Japan itself. we will take you on a deep frive through history and how sumo has evolved throughout the millennia, while you enjoy an authentic Japanese style meal in an intimate setting. *Normally, the meal consists of Wagyu beef sukiyaki and tempura. If you would like vegetarian meal, Please let us know in advance via message. Watch demonstrations of the morning exercises (asa geiko), somo of the techniques (kimarite) and the do’s and don’t’s of sumo wrestling before a best of 3 competition(tachiai)of real sumo between our wrestlers, who are retired from competition. Experience Sumo firsthand by challenging our wrestlers to a sumo match in the ring. (Limited to people per show). If there are too many applicants, challengers will be decided by lottery. Intimate view of the Dohyo from all seats. To really feel connected to the action please upgrade to our front row seating. Take home a gift bag of souvenirs as well as a framed photo of you and your group with the wrestlers. ATTENTION- This is a show by retired wrestlers for entertainment purposes.

Sample Menu

main

Japanese plate with chanko-nabe and Japanese dishs

Japanese cuisine set with wagyu beef and tempura. If you would like a vegetarian meal, please request it at least two days in advance.

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Sapporo Sumo Show Experience with Japanese Food and Photo

Reviews

4.60

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very fun sumo experience!
BrandoTravels,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Overall had a blast. Food was pretty average but the real stars are the staff doing the show. Wrestlers keep it light and fun while the MC is very informative. Wait staff was also very attentive and the dance in the beginning was a good way to set the tone.
Excellent sumo experience in Sapporo
louisab1970,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This experience was a fun activity learning about sumo with sumo wrestlers. The traditional food was a good experience and the staff were excellent. This is a bit of fun- you will not see an actual serious sumo contest but you do learn about it. If you go with that in mind, you’ll enjoy it. Some people also got to have a go in the dojo too.
Enjoyable Evening!
Tour183437,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fun little outing. The event organizers really put together a good show that included a mochi pounding demo and a geisha performance alongside the sumo demonstrations. They made it interactive and fun and the event space is really nice! The staff were wonderful and overall it was an enjoyable evening with a lot of nice touches. Keep up the good work!
Booking Issues, Great Staff
M2186BYannez,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
When we arrived, the staff informed us that they hadn’t received our TripAdvisor booking, so they weren’t expecting us and had to prepare everything quickly. Despite this, everyone was very accommodating and the food was delicious. The sumo show was also a unique experience. Next time, I’d book through a different platform to avoid the issue.
Perfect
Mathilde T,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Everything was very nice and it was a fun experience! Fantastic food and the staff were very sweet and helpful
Great Show and Great Fun
Aleksandras N,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great time, the show was excellent and the staff were superb. We learned about the basics of sumo and were able to watch demonstrations while eating a delicious meal. They did a great job involving everyone and created such a fun atmosphere!
A great show and Sumo demonstration.
R9531DQjudithb,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I'm a retired female solo traveler and I decided to go and watch the Sumo wrestling. I had a lovely evening the food was excellent and came with a glass of red. It was a very good show and well explained in English also a Japanese lady in full costume did a very elegant fan dance.
This is such a great night!
Phobos1967,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is quite a new business and needs your support - get in now before it becomes sooo popular as I am sure it will. We loved it...from the way we were greeted at the start, to the Japanese style meal, humour and overall experiences. This was quite a learning experience as well as they run through various techniques and rules throughout the night. Crowd involvement is at the perfect level. We were treated like royalty all night and especially at the end when we were leaving. The entire team from the host, to the wrestlers and wait staff are exceptional. All I can say is.....Kitakou, Kitakou, Kitakou (Hopefully you guys remember us two Aussies)
Super Unique Experience!
Q184BWkylep,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Sumo Experience was excellent. It's a small, intimate venue - so you get a ton of interaction with the veteran sumo wrestlers. The food was very good, but obviously the highlight is learning about the sumo routines, how the tournaments work, and then watching the big fellas do their thing. Getting a chance to volunteer to square up with the sumos was awesome (and of course they are master athletes that make sure you look good in a very low stakes fun way). I'd 100% recommend this authentic, fun, unique experience. All employees were super kind, upbeat, and professional. Overall, excellent product.
A must see!
Marti A,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Food and entertainment was awesome. We had a wonderful time. I loved the audience participation at the end!