[Departure from Tokyo] Japanese Sumo Culture Experience | Watch the Grand Sumo Tournament at the Ryogoku Kokugikan and Feel the Wrestlers' Battles

Ryogoku Kokugikan
  • Seats are located in Section C on the second floor, offering a panoramic view of the entire match.
  • Witness an official Sumo wrestling tournament and experience the intense battles of top-ranked wrestlers.
  • Enjoy the solemn ceremony before the matches and learn about Sumo's unique traditional culture.
  • The venue features a merchandise area and exhibition space where you can purchase souvenirs and learn about the wrestlers.
  • No need to worry about securing tickets yourself; we provide officially designated seats for a stress-free viewing experience.

What to expect

Sumo wrestling, Japan's national sport, boasts a history of over a thousand years. It combines Shinto rituals with competitive spirit, showcasing a unique traditional aesthetic and displays of strength. This activity will take you to an official, authentic tournament venue where you can fully enjoy the intense competition and solemn rituals from designated C-section seating on the second floor.

The competition venue is a officially certified grand sumo tournament hall. In Tokyo it is "Ryogoku Kokugikan" and in Fukuoka it is "Fukuoka International Center," both of which are venues for one of the six national tournaments. On-site, you can not only experience the split-second victories and defeats on the dohyo (ring) up close, but also gain a deeper understanding of the appeal of sumo culture through pre-match rituals, gyoji (referees), and the atmosphere of the audience.

No need to secure tickets yourself. We will reserve officially designated seats for you, allowing you to easily participate in this Japanese traditional event, which is rich in ritual and viewing value.

Sumo, Japan's national sport, blends Shinto rituals with the spirit of martial arts.
Sumo, Japan's national sport, blends Shinto rituals with the spirit of martial arts.
Sumo, Japan's national sport, blends Shinto rituals with the spirit of martial arts.
Sumo, Japan's national sport, blends Shinto rituals with the spirit of martial arts.
Sumo, Japan's national sport, blends Shinto rituals with the spirit of martial arts.
Witness the intense sumo wrestling bouts and feel the electrifying tension of each decisive moment.
Witness the intense sumo wrestling bouts and feel the electrifying tension of each decisive moment.
The ceremony is solemn, and the salt-scattering and ground-stomping before the competition symbolize a prayer for blessings.
The ceremony is solemn, and the salt-scattering and ground-stomping before the competition symbolize a prayer for blessings.

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Good to know

Depending on booking conditions, members of the same group may not be seated together. Requests for specific seats are not accepted. Smoking is prohibited inside the venue. No refunds will be issued, even if customers do not enter the attraction due to personal reasons, etc. Please allow plenty of time if you plan to schedule other activities before or after the tour on the same day, or if you are traveling from Kyoto, Hiroshima, or other locations to participate in the tour. Please note that if the following events are in progress upon your arrival, you may need to wait to be seated: Sumo matches, makuuchi wrestlers’ ring-entering ceremony (dohyoiri), yokozuna ring-entering ceremony, wrestler stomping ceremony, or the Sumo Association’s address (on the final day of the tournament). If this occurs, you will be escorted to your seat after the event concludes. One child aged 0-3 years may participate free of charge per adult. Sumo tournaments do not provide seats for them, and they will be required to sit on the lap of a parent or guardian. Age is based on the age on the day of participation (if a seat is required, please book at the adult price). Please note that there are no coin lockers or luggage storage services inside the venue, so please store large luggage in advance at other locker counters, lockers, etc., or minimize the amount of luggage you bring. All travel participants under the age of 18 must provide written parental permission. Participants under the age of 15 or who have not yet enrolled in junior high school must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to participate in the tour.

* Day tour does not include personal travel and personal accident insurance. If needed, please purchase it yourself. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports have specific risks and dangers. You must assess your own health or ability. The company is not responsible for any physical damage or injury caused by accident or unforeseen factors. Thank you

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