Experience the power, tradition, and excitement of Japan’s national sport, sumo — up close. Learn sumo with live demonstrations, and even step into the ring to try sumo yourself! - Get up close to the power and tradition of sumo - Witness an intense one-round match - Learn the fascinating history behind Japan’s national sport - Enjoy the show inside an authentic sumo stable - Dare to enter the ring and challenge a sumo wrestler! Before Joining the Sumo Experience This show is performed by retired sumo wrestlers inside a real sumo stable that preserves traditional customs. - As part of tradition, women cannot enter the ring. - Photos are allowed, but please avoid posting them online out of respect for the culture. - If you join the ring to try sumo, please wear clothes that can get dirty. If you wish to see an active sumo stable, please check other options in Tokyo.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:00 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 90 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Enjoy a sumo show at a sumo stable founded by one of Japan’s legendary sumo champions.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tokyo Sumo Experience with Live Show & Audience Challenge lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $84 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
It can: 90 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Our guide will be standing in front of the building holding a sign that says [⛩Local Guide Stars]. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Japan Guide Star.
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You see what you expect, yet it still manages to impress. The initial explanation is great. Ichiro really made a great effort to answer difficult questions and was able to make this an unforgettable experience for our Japan trip. Thanks!
Im so happy we caught them before they went away for a year. This was such a memorable experience, the sumo wrestlers and involved employees made it a super fun experience. Taught us about their way of life, religion, tradition, attire, even hairstyle. Many laughs were had. I recommend this to everyone
A very nice complete experience about sumo. First an informative presentation and then a very cool demonstration!
Enlightening experience learning about the history and culture of Japan with Ginga, Naoto, Sato, Ras! Would highly recommend to all
Great experience learning about Sumo history and watching the demonstrations. Hosts were great as well and explained everything in English
What an amazing experience. Our MC Anthony was very informative. You will learn the history and culture of the sumo as well as watch the sumo’s train and wrestle. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Fantastic experience. Naoto and his team opened up a world to us with a clear and exhaustive explanation on the basics of this fascinating discipline and it was wonderful to first admire the performance of the two wrestlers Ginga and Satomaru and then confront them in the ring, trying to put their techniques into practice!
The visit to the sumo stable was one of the main highlights of my trip to Tokyo. The hosts Satoru, Ginga, Anthony, Sato, Nauto and Kawa put on a demonstration that was insightful and incredibly engaging. It was great to learn about the history, rituals, and techniques of sumo. Gaining an understanding of the intensity of the wrestlers routine and their discipline was truly eye-opening. It was really fun to step into the dohyo (the sumo ring) and get a real, hands-on experience of what it’s like.
Sato, ginka, Anthony, Mika and one more guy…what a team and wonderful show! Anthony was spot on with the educational parts of the show. Not boring at all. Super lightweight and informational at the same time. Both ex-sumos were great too. Sharing so candidly about their sumo life. The guy who translated q&a was also super warm. They made it so Inclusive for women too. Loved it! Must do for a true Japan touristy experience.
Good time and good value for money! Small committee, dense and adapted explanations for the next and end: a short fight
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| Tokyo Sumo Experience with Live Show & Audience Challenge | 1h 30min | 5.0 (44) | $84 | |
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