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• Disastrous Sumo Practice Experience - Would Rate Below Zero if Possible

  Fernando L,

  May 19, 2025

  - Viator

  1.00

  Here is the final version of your review, including your statement about the rating: Unfortunately, this experience was far worse than I could have imagined and was, frankly, a complete waste of time and money. If there were a rating below zero stars, that is what I would choose. To begin, upon our arrival, the sumo practice had already commenced, and the sumo wrestlers were already on the training floor. This was incredibly disheartening, as I was explicitly told that our group would be the first to arrive in the morning. This leads me to my next point: there was clearly another group present before us. This was incredibly confusing and frustrating, as it directly contradicted the information I received and suggests a significant lack of organization. Furthermore, the seating arrangements were incredibly uncomfortable and offered a very poor view of the practice. It was difficult to see what was happening due to the inadequate seating. Adding to the frustration, while there were some other seats that appeared to offer a better view, those were quickly occupied by the group that had already arrived. Finally, I was quite disturbed to notice that the front row seats appeared to be reserved for local Japanese attendees only. This practice is unfair, unethical, and was not disclosed beforehand. As a tourist, I felt relegated to a less desirable viewing position based on my nationality. Overall, I cannot recommend this event in the strongest possible terms. The fact that the practice had already started when we arrived, coupled with the presence of another group despite being told we were the first, the uncomfortable seating with poor views, and the apparent discriminatory seating practices, made this an absolutely disastrous experience. Viator needs to address these issues urgently, as this was a complete rip-off.

• Well organized, interesting morning

  Andrea S,

  Apr 29, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  This was a great morning out. After booking, the company responded quickly to questions sent via email. When we arrived at the meeting point the guide was easy to find with a big sign. After a short pleasant walk we had a fun morning watching the practice.

• Take extra time to find meeting location

  Emily H,

  Apr 23, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We didn't catch our guide's name but she was very efficient and spoke: English, French and Japanese that we heard. The tour leaves the A3 exit at exactly 7:45 don't be late. We took the train and were let out on the other side of the station. Allot yourself an extra 10 min to find the "A3 exit". Sumo practice was fantastic. A great experience.

• Sumo wrestling

  Reina L,

  Apr 12, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Interesting experience & well planned. Tour guide very helpful & friendly & speaks excellent English.

• Incredible experience

  Mark K,

  Apr 9, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  An amazing experience; 2 hours watching an incredibly intense sumo training session. So close to the action you could almost feel the explosive power being generated by the wrestlers. Our guides were charming and helpful, speaking very good English and providing a useful fact sheet detailing sumo terms. Recommended without hesitation.