Grand Sumo March Tournament spectating and practice experience tour (with English commentary) (Osaka)
- Special training experience to enter the ring: Experience basic movements such as sumo steps in the actual ring. You can also enjoy a commemorative photo with a sumo wrestler.
- Premium program where you can interact directly with sumo wrestlers: A limited number of people can participate in the "Challenge a Sumo Wrestler" experience. This is a valuable opportunity that you can only experience here.
- Includes a pre-explanation that even beginners can understand: Easy-to-understand explanations of basic sumo knowledge, viewing manners, and highlights of the day.
- Enjoy sumo wrestling with simultaneous English interpretation: Includes English commentary with a PanaGuide. You can understand the rules and noteworthy wrestlers in real time.
- Watch the Osaka Grand Sumo Tournament in March: Experience the realism unique to the main tournament from the powerful chair D seats.
What to expect
[Special Training Experience] Enjoy a premium training experience!
Program Details: •The basics of Sumo (Introduction to Sumo) •Highlights of the Grand Sumo March Tournament •Explanation of viewing etiquette and precautions •Watch sumo wrestlers’ matches •Experience sumo movements such as the sumo stomp on the dohyo (ring) •Challenge a sumo wrestler (by lottery) •Enjoy chanko nabe (hot pot) •Commemorative photo with a sumo wrestler at the photo booth
[Grand Sumo March Tournament Viewing] Sumo is Japan’s national sport. Sumo tournaments called “Honbasho” are held six times a year. One of these is held in Osaka every March. You can enjoy a realistic sumo experience from the comfort of your D-seat.
[About simultaneous interpretation] We offer simultaneous interpretation services using a Pana-Guide (receiver). You can enjoy watching the Grand Sumo while listening to English commentary through earphones. The commentary provides real-time explanations of the flow of matches, highlights of sumo wrestlers, and unique sumo rules and cultural background, making it easy to understand even for those watching Grand Sumo for the first time. *Interpretation audio is distributed through Pana-Guide. *Receivers and earphones will be provided on the day of the event.
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