Tokyo · SUMO EXPERIENCES
Tournaments only run in January, May and September, so the rest of the year the sport happens at shows and morning practice. These 15 compare the seats, the demonstration bouts and the chanko dinner, priced and timed.
See retired sumo wrestlers, learn the sport, enjoy chicken hot pot, meet the performers, and try the ring in Tokyo’s Asakusa Sumo Club.
“Such a great experience, very entertaining, interactive & informative. Would highly recommend.”
See sumo up close in Tokyo with former wrestler Tokitsumi, an English-led show, audience participation, and optional Japanese dining.
“This was a fantastic experience! The information provided about everything Sumo was great, and to be served a delicious meal while listening was very organised. They also let you order as many serves of food as you wanted. Many laughs were had as each of the wrestlers had fun with each other and joked with the audience. A fantastic night I’d highly recommend.”
Meet retired sumo wrestlers in Tokyo for a lively show, hands-on bouts, sumo lessons, photos, tonkatsu, and chanko soup.
“This was a fun and entertaining experience. The host was great and the wrestlers were entertaining and friendly. I wouldn't say it was a deep dive of sumo but a cursory history and overview which I didn't mind and knew going into it. I appreciated the opportunity to engage as much or as little, along with the photo op for my family. The food was good and I only wished I could have ordered a huge bowl of the soup vs the tonkatsu because it was so tasty.”
Learn sumo rituals, watch live demonstrations, try the ring, and meet wrestlers at this lively 90-minute Shinjuku experience.
“Very enjoyable, entertaining, and informative, the sumo wrestlers were very good at both wrestling and performing for the audience, and the announcer did a great job of explaining everything as well. The staff were absolutely great when we lost an item and were super helpful with it. Definitely would go again and a must-do for anyone in Tokyo. We had a great time and laughed a lot for Christmas day, with a fun surprise at the end.”
Watch live sumo sparring, learn the rituals in English, and enter the ring yourself during this lively 90-minute Shinjuku experience.
“The show was highly entertaining with a mix of information about sumo as a sport and some demonstration of the training along side a proper match. The show had a mixture of seriousness and humor and I'd highly recommend it.”
Step inside a former sumo stable near Kawasaki for practice, wrestler-led exercises, chanko-nabe lunch, and a rare look at sumo life.
“We had an amazing time. This a ‘must do’ experience. My kids lived being able to take part in a real will training session.”
Learn sumo rules, watch lively bouts, enjoy wagyu sukiyaki, and join a friendly ring challenge at Tokyo’s intimate Asakusa Sumo Club Annex.
“We were lucky to be the only ones there. Thank you to the staff for joining in so it wasn't awkward. Food was delicious and beautifully presented. Found a sake I like. Learned a lot about Sumo from two very entertaining wrestlers and the MC who had pretty much perfect English. Got to dress up. The geisha dance was gorgeous. All the tiny movements. I think I understand the appeal of Sumo and Geisha now. The souvenirs were lovely too, and we bought a few more. I wasn't expecting all the photos and filming which was very helpful. We are not used to being the centre of attention but they…”
Watch a real Tokyo sumo practice from a few feet away, learn its rituals in English, and possibly meet wrestlers in Ryogoku.
“We really enjoyed the tour having the honor to watch a Sumo training. The guide was very kind and very prepared. The cost is a bit expensive but it’s worth to do this tour.”
Get close to former sumo pros in Ryogoku, eat chanko nabe, pound mochi, and try the dohyo in this lively two-hour Tokyo experience.
“The food, the friendliess of the staff and the narration.”
Watch Japan’s grand sumo tournament with reserved seats, expert commentary, and optional chanko dinner in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, or Fukuoka.
“Amazing experience! Watching the sumo matches up close was unforgettable, and our guide Seizo made it even better with clear, knowledgeable explanations about the history and traditions. Highly recommend this tour!”
Watch professional sumo wrestlers train inside a Tokyo stable, learn the quiet rules of the sport, and pose for a group photo.
“it was amazing to see the whole sumo training & fighting, they are so strong!!! just WOW”
Watch Tokyo sumo wrestlers train up close, learn the rituals, meet the stable master, and get practical tips for this early morning tour.
“Oku was a fabulous guide, quietly helping us understand the sumo wrestlers practice habits. This was a very authentic experience to watch the Sumo practice, not for our entertainment. We particularly enjoyed the opportunity to ask questions of the stable master and found out that one of the wrestlers we saw was quite famous!”
Watch authentic sumo training in Tokyo, learn its rituals and rankings, and see powerful wrestlers up close in a quiet morning stable visit.
“I enjoyed the session however it was expensive for what it was . The commentary was interesting but was very hard to hear”
Watch authentic sumo practice in Tokyo, learn stable etiquette, explore Ryogoku, and pose with wrestlers when permitted.
“Incredible to be so close to the wrestlers. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and pointed out many intricate details.”
Watch sumo wrestlers train at close range in Tokyo, learn the quiet rules of stable life, and see warmups, sparring, and photos.
“It was an interesting insight into Sumo Wrestling. I was surprised by the hard training they have to do and the fierceness of the initial impact when they wrestled. It can be uncomfortable to sit on the floor for 2 hours so be aware of this when booking.”
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