Real Sumo

Curious about the Japanese national sport "sumo?" Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about the behind-the-scene stories and daily lives of sumo wrestlers. Enjoy a satisfying meal of "Tonkatsu" (Japanese-style Pork Cutlet) and "Chanko Nabe" (Sumohouse-style hotpot soup), all made by the wrestlers. Take the rare opportunity and try wrestling with retired sumo wrestlers. For vegetarians, the restaurant will offer vegetarian dishes at the restaurant’s discretion. The restaurant will offer substitute ingredients for those who can not eat pork at the restaurant’s discretion. *Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. We will not be able to respond to requests received less than 5 days before the event date. Duration: 1 hour 30 minuets This experience takes place inside a restaurant with a sumo ring, and the maximum capacity is 60 guests.

【Important Notes】 This tour is very popular. Group size may be 15–30 people, and the stable may be shared with other tour groups. From May 11–25 (Grand Tournament period), the sumo practice finishes earlier than usual, around 9:00 AM. However, the tour still starts at 7:30 AM and includes a special brunch after the training, ending around 10:30 AM. You'll still get to see top-ranked wrestlers—an experience even locals rarely have. ※Please note that the brunch is optional and costs around 1,000 yen per person, paid separately on-site. 【Tour Highlights】 ・Watch Real Sumo Practice Get insider access to a real sumo training session. You’ll be up close and may take photos with the wrestlers. ・Enjoy Japanese Brunch After practice, enjoy a local breakfast (around ¥1,000, not included). Learn dining etiquette and culture as you eat.

The departure and arrival point is Kanda, which is convenient for transportation.Approximately 1 minute walk from the west exit of Kanda Station on the JR line. The Electric assist bicycle we use are simple and easy to ride, and our guests love them. Enjoy a 3-hour cycling tour with a guide explaining the history and stories of Tokyo along the way. *** AM tour — into the Unknown Local scenic (9:00am-12:00pm)   Say hello to locals by connecting historical areas: the Tokyo station, story of "Imperial Palace", most expensive "Ginza", fish market "Tsukiji", historical area "Tsukuda", "Nihonbashi" to "Kanda". *** PM tour — for the Tokyo First timers (1:30pm-4:30pm) Explore Tokyo’s must see spots and know Tokyo local life. Electric OTAKU town "Akihabara", world famous "Asakusa", the SUMO area "Ryogoku" , local energetic "Ningyocho", "Marunouchi" & the Tokyo station

If you want to watch the REAL Sumo wrestlers up close, this is one of the closest you can get! Let’s watch the wrestler’s morning practice right next to the ring and feel the intense and serious atmosphere. The sound of wrestlers colliding to each other, their breath and the scent of the fragrance they wear are something that you can never feel by watching any videos. You will meet with your knowledgeable tour guide at the station and walk to the stable(10mins walk). Your guide will explain you about Sumo, its history, rules and regulations before entering the stable and then watch it together. You will see the unique traditional sports which is at the same time religious rituals, originally started to entertain the Shinto deities. If you are lucky, you will get to take photos with the wrestlers after the practice outside of the stable!

Curious about the Japanese national sport "sumo"? Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about the behind-the-scene stories and daily lives of sumo wrestlers while enjoying " Sukiyaki” and "Chanko" (Sumohouse-style hotpot soup). Take the rare opportunity and try wrestling with retired sumo wrestlers. For vegetarians, the restaurant will offer vegetarian dishes at the restaurant’s discretion. The restaurant will offer substitute ingredients for those who can not eat pork at the restaurant’s discretion. *All the details will be provided on the ticket after confirming your booking. **Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. Please note that we will not be able to respond to requests received less than 5 days before the event date. Duration 1.5 hrs Sumo demonstration starts at 19:00PM End of program ends at 21PM（You may leave the restaurant anytime before 21PM).

Asakusa Sumo Club Annex was established on February 20, 2025 as a high-class branch of the very popular Asakusa Sumo Club. Learn the rules and training methods of sumo in a luxurious seating area in Asakusa, watch a demonstration, and then try your hand at sumo. Enjoy an advanced class sumo show in a relaxed atmosphere. Asakusa Sumo Club Annex offers a luxurious and delicious meal and sumo show in a relaxing and luxurious setting unlike any other restaurant of its kind. Along Asakusa Kokusai Street. Next to Matsuya Restaurant.

Experience the actual training of sumo wrestlers in a real sumo stable. A guide explains the history and traditions of sumo, with many tips for enjoying sumo matches At last, you will have a sumo match with a rikishi! (Only if you want.) Women and children can also participate! Make chicken dumplings for chanko-nabe, a dish that builds the body of a sumo wrestler, and eat them together! Easy Access! 10 minutes from Yokohama Station, 20 minutes from Tokyo Station, and 30 minutes from Shinjuku Station!

The three most popular Japan culture experiences are sushi making, tea ceremony and sumo watching. Here, you will see REAL SUMO WRESTLERS do their morning practice sessions to go up the hierarchy and achieve their dreams to be up there. Note that this is not a sumo entertainment show but the real thing: authentic. Unlike other practice sessions out there, you will NOT be sitting on the floor on a cushion but GIVEN A SEAT so that it is easier on the knee. You will be given an information session by an experienced local guide so that you are more versed on sumo and its context. Not just a take me to a sumo stable and bye-bye arrangement. Of course, you can bypass the information session should you have time restraints. The tour session would end around 1000-1030. Should you want to participate in the OPTIONAL Ginza/Nohonbashi tour, let us know in advance. This 4 hour tour is 15000JPY per person but can be given for an additional 5000JPY for those who participated in this tour.

Sumo is a traditional sport that has been practiced in Japan for over 1,400 years. Do you know what kind of life wrestlers lead to nurture their strong body and spirit? In this tour, you will enter a sumo stable, which is normally inaccessible, and see morning practice sessions of sumo wrestlers, which is a sight that is usually not available to the public Watch real sumo training up close and feel the overwhelming strength of the wrestlers! Before watching the morning practice at the Sumo stable, your guide will share some notes about the tour and cultural tips to help you enjoy the tour even more. Sumo practice is not entertainment. It is serious training, so please watch with respect and do not interrupt the practice. You will feel the depth of Sumo tradition and history through their intense and tough practice sessions! If you are lucky, you can even have your photo taken with a sumo wrestler at the end of the tour! Learn More with a Special Sumo Info Document!

Curious about the Japanese national sport "sumo?" Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about the behind-the-scene stories and daily lives of sumo wrestlers. This experience takes place inside a restaurant with a sumo ring, and the maximum capacity is 60 guests.

Do you know about Yokozuna who is the champion of the Sumo wrestlers? In this tour, we visit the champion's stable and watch the practice up close! This is a special experience and have to do it now! Let’s watch the wrestler’s morning practice right next to the ring and feel the intense and serious atmosphere. The sound of wrestlers colliding to each other, their breath and the scent of the fragrance they wear are something that you can never feel by watching any videos. [What makes this tour so special?] While all Sumo Morning Practice tours are special and unique experiences, what sets this tour apart from others is that this stable is champion's stable which is only one stable in Japan on this condition.

In this tour, we offer you the most impressive and efficient itinerary so that you can make the best use of your stay in Osaka. Firstly you will experience the living history of the samurai warriors and the common people in Osaka by visiting museums and the castle. Secondly, you will explore Japan’s longest shopping street that is being loved by local people. Then you will visit and explore Dotonbori and find out why Osaka is called Japan’s food capital. Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Osaka. Transportation and admission fees are all included and you don’t have to wait in a long queue at Osaka Castle on this tour.

This small group tour with commentaries by a sumo expert guide gives you a chance to get to know all about sumo including its history / culture, and sumo wrestlers' daily life. While you may or may not have a chance to see real sumo bouts during your stay in Japan, this tour will prime you with all the background knowledge to increase your joy of watching sumo, be it in Japan or back home. The tour consists of two components. 1) Walking tour around Ryogoku, a sumo town. Visit sumo-related landmarks; learn how sumo started and developed over 1600 years. Look at sumo stables from outside where sumo wrestlers live and train. Learn from your knowledgeable guide how their life and career look like. Get answers to any sumo-related questions. 2) Lunch at a chanko-nabe restaurant Have lunch at one of the best chanko-nabe restaurants in Ryogoku. This nutrient hot-pot dish is in the centerpiece of sumo wrestlers’ diet to gain weight and muscles to build their bodies.

This tour is completely different from other tours. The tour itinerary was created by a former event coordinator at one of Japan's leading theme parks. The charm of the tour goes beyond just visiting the destination; it is structured according to a well-thought-out concept, and is a valuable experience that immerses you in Japanese history and culture. Experienced guide has developed the whole tour content and will explain the sumo culture and tradition for travelers to understand and enjoy this tour experience. After watching the practice, you will enjoy photo opportunity with real Sumo wrestlers! The minimum number of people for the tour is 2 people.

What decisively differentiates this tour is the guide’s attentiveness to each traveler to make the experience memorable. Firstly, each traveler will receive three souvenirs which are hard to come by. 1) A pamphlet showing photos and profiles of wrestlers with English translation. The guide will walk you through it as you watch each fight. 2) A cheer-up towel for a particular wrestler. The guide will show you how to use it when the wrestler is going to fight; cheering up a particular wrestler will significantly increase the joy of watching. 3) A sumo booklet which tells pretty much all about sumo. Secondly, using an earphone guide system, your guide will provide real-time commentaries through your headset throughout the tournament.

Join us for an intimate small-group tour of Monzennakacho, a calm and historic area in East Tokyo, known as "Shitamachi." Led by Manami, a local native with a Ph.D. in cultural heritage protection, this tour offers a deep dive into the local spiritual and cultural backstory. 1. Discover Shitamachi’s Rich History: Manami will reveal the unique history of Shitamachi utilizing visual tools. She'll also explain how Buddhism and Shinto coexist. 2. Naritasan Fukagawa Fudōdō: Visit a Buddhist temple where you'll see a spectacle fire ceremony accompanied by powerful drum beats. Manami guides you through the etiquette and photography rules. She shows scene by scene explanation sheets as we observe the ceremony in silence. 3. Tomioka Hachimangu: Experience the calm atmosphere of this Shinto shrine, and view the impressive "Sumo rocks". Manami can assist with the "omikuji" fortune-telling lottery or "goshuin" stamps. Manami shows you a food & cafe map of Monzennakacho as we end the tour.

Spend the day with one of our hosts to discover the true nature of Osaka – head’s up, it’s got a wild sense of humor and is obsessed with food. Explorer (not tourist) is what we’re aiming for here, and in that spirit, you will explore "Tenma", a lively Osaka neighborhood steeped in history. By day an energetic shopping district and by night a backstreet maze of quirky bars, you will get to know this authentic side of the city with a local host by your side. Stop by Dotonbori to discover hidden gems like the smaller shrines and historic streets. Grab a quick bite to eat and see why Osaka is known as the ‘Nation’s Kitchen’. Within 24 hours after booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will get in touch to suggest a personalized itinerary to discover the city together.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of tradition with our Step into Tradition, Sumo Wrestlers and Geisha. This journey invites you to witness the rich legacies of sumo and geisha in Japan. This tour will lead you to some of the most peculiar and off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods of Tokyo. Ryogoku, laying on the banks of Sumida River, is the center of Tokyo’s Sumo culture. This usually quiet area lights up during sumo tournaments, held here in the Kokugikan, the sumo stadium. This small area is filled with sumo culture, from the stadium to the statues of famous sumo wrestlers. Kagurazaka on the other hand, not far from the Imperial Palace, is a former geisha district of the Edo period. Nowadays the main street is an elegant shopping district full of traditional and international shops. The narrow, paved back alleys of the neighborhood though are a real rarity in modern Tokyo and give a glimpse of old Edo.

If you want to watch the "REAL" Sumo wrestlers up close, this is one of the closest you can get! Basically, the stables are located at Tokyo, but sometimes in a year, they do practice in Osaka! Let’s watch the wrestler’s morning practice right next to the ring and feel the intense and serious atmosphere. The sound of wrestlers colliding to each other, their breath and the scent of the fragrance they wear are something that you can never feel by watching any videos. *The practice area is located at outside.You will meet with your knowledgeable tour guide at the station and walk to the stable(15 mins walk). Your guide will explain you about Sumo, its history, rules and regulations before entering the stable and then watch it together. You will see the unique traditional sports which is at the same time religious rituals, originally started to entertain the Shinto deities. If you are lucky, you will get to take photos with the wrestlers after the practice!

・Step into the hidden world of Sumo with exclusive VIP access to morning training at a real Tokyo stable. ・Get up close and personal with authentic sumo wrestlers—chat, interact, and hear fascinating stories firsthand. ・Savor a delicious Chanko Nabe lunch—a hearty meal prepared and shared by wrestlers, just as they enjoy it. ・Capture unforgettable memories with special photo opportunities inside the private sumo training area. ・Enjoy an intimate experience with strictly limited group sizes, ensuring personalized attention. ・Immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture as you learn directly from the stable master and sumo wrestlers themselves.