Sumo training observation tour with sumo journalist
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Sumo training observation tour with sumo journalist

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£83.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll observe morning training sessions at esteemed sumo stables
  • There's a chance to experience the thrill of live matches during Grand Sumo tournaments
  • You can gain in-depth insights into Japan's traditional culture from a sumo expert journalist
  • The tour includes opportunities to capture memorable photos with sumo wrestlers
What to expect

In Ryogoku, Tokyo's sumo town, you can join this unique tour to watch morning training sessions at renowned sumo stables. During the Grand Sumo tournaments, there are also opportunities to witness the matches at the Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena. A standout feature of the tours is that, besides an interpreter guide, a sumo expert journalist accompanies your group to provide comprehensive insights into Japan's traditional culture.

You'll have the chance to observe the morning training of sumo wrestlers at a stable for a couple of hours. You can take individual commemorative photos with the wrestlers before moving on to the Ryogoku Kokugikan, where you'll see a real sumo ring and other facilities. The tour concludes with an informative Q&A session and sumo lecture by an expert journalist.

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What's included
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What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

Japan, 東京都江東区豊洲4−11

Meeting point:
1-8-5 Kamezawa, Sumida-ku, Tokyo. Toei Subway Oedo Line, Ryogoku Station, A2 Exit. Your guide will be holding a black flag.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • You are not allowed to enter the sumo ring
  • Pets are not allowed

Know in advance:

  • The sumo stable is not a tourist attraction but a serious training facility. Please remain quiet during the visit. If you must make a phone call, please do so outside the sumo stable
  • Restroom breaks or outdoor rests are allowed during the visit. Please ask the guide if needed
  • You will remove your shoes and either sit on a cushion on the floor or on a chair. It is considered disrespectful to stretch your legs and point your soles toward the sumo wrestlers, so this is prohibited
  • If the above rules are not followed, you may be asked to leave without re-entry or a refund
  • Your guide is multilingual and will conduct the tour in Japanese, Chinese, Korean and English
  • In case of bad weather, your return taxi fare to your accommodation is included
  • Please indicate the total number of participants at checkout

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Provider
Japanticket Inc.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 8 days before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 7 days before, you can still receive a 70% refund. If you cancel up to 1 day before, you can still receive a 50% refund.

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