Don't miss the opportunity to see a traditional Sumo tournament when you're in Tokyo. You'll take the subway with fellow Sumo fans to the Kokugikan (Sumo Amphitheater) and enjoy a traditional Sumo wrestling tournament. You'll also visit the fascinating Sumo Museum to see Sumo-related objects from the Edo period to the present.
Highlights
- Sumo wrestling tournament tour from Tokyo
- Entering the ring ceremony and Sumo matches
- B-class reserved seats
- English commentary via audio headphones
- Assistance provided by your English-speaking guide
- Chanko dinner (if option selected)
Recent Photos of this Tour
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The ceremonial attire of a ...Sumo Wrestling: A Yokozuna performing the ceremonial Dohyo-iri.Photo by: Anonymous05 2011 -
Sunrise Sumo Wrestling Tour - ...Ha, ha, I'm not quite ready yet. False bluff as the match begins. Sumo Wrestling - Tokyo Tournament.Photo by: Justin SAustralia, 05 2008 -
Sunrise Sumo Wrestling Tour - ...Let the Sumo games begin. Sumo Wrestling - Tokyo Tournament tour.Photo by: Justin SAustralia, 05 2008 -
Bout in sumo wrestlingWrestlers squaring up to each other.Photo by: Claire BUnited Kingdom, 10 2007 -
Presentation of the YokozunasThe current Yokozuna's (champions) are presented and introduced.Photo by: Alistair M01 2013 -
Ring ceremonyPresentation of the highest class wrestlers to the appreciative crowd.Photo by: Alistair M01 2013 -
IMG_1345Grand Champion, Sumo Tournament Wed 16 May 2012, TokyoPhoto by: Kathryn M05 2012 -
IMG_1332Sumo Tournament Wed 16 May 2012, TokyoPhoto by: Kathryn M05 2012 -
SumoSumo museumPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoWinnerPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoRing outPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoSumo engagePhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoFace offPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoWarm upPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoNosebleed seatsPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoSumo museumPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoHands upPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
SumoSumo breakPhoto by: Anonymous07 2011 -
Amazing StadiumWhilst high up we could still see everythingPhoto by: Lee RAustralia, 10 2009 -
Sumo MatchOnce in a lifetime experience!Photo by: Lee RAustralia, 10 2009 -
Useful Information
Sumo Wrestling Tokyo
At the amphitheater you'll experience a Dohyo-iri (entering the ring) ceremony and see exciting Sumo matches from your B-class reserved seat on the second floor. English commentary via audio headphones is available. The Sumo match will last approximately 2.5-hours, after you will have dinner at a local chanko restaurant (if option selected), where you can enjoy the traditional food of Sumo wrestlers.
Please note: Your guide will meet you at the ticket gates at the Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal and escort you to the museum and tournament, and then later to the restaurant for dinner. The guide will not join you for dinner.
Reviewed by Alistair M, January 2013
Fantastic topline introduction 2 the sport with an informative, knowledgeable and passionate guide. Thank U Haruno! Very open 2 questions and ensuring that all participants get as much as they can from the day. I am a fan now! Definitely recommended if U R new 2 this fascinating event.
Reviewed by Penelope S, January 2013
We have watch sumo before, but did not fully understand the rules, ranking, history etc, which is why we signed up for the tour. I'm so glad we did! Everything was explained and our tour guide had a pure love for sumo and was eager in explaining and answering any questions.
