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Offered languages
- English
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 a hearty meal of crisp tonkatsu and "chanko," the sumo house-style hotpot soup. Take the rare opportunity and try wrestling with retired sumo wrestlers.
For those with dietary restrictions, the venue offers alternative dishes. Please indicate your preference at the time of booking as we may not be able to accommodate same-day requests based on available stock.
*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 and meal service starts at 7:00PM and lasts for approximately 90 minutes
Example Menu
Main
Crispy pork tonkatsu
A nice, thick cut of pork tenderloin, breaded and fried to a delicate crisp. The venue's flagship dish.
Main
Chanko Soup
Made with chicken and vegetables, chanko is the soul food of the sumo wrestlers. High in nutrients, it is a popular dish eaten for bulking up.
Dessert
Ice cream
Ice cream (can substitute for coffee upon request)
Main
For customers with dietary restrictions (notify us at time of booking)
- Chicken: chicken saute - Vegan: crispy fried konjac yam cutlet - Pescatarian: crispy fried fish - Halal: meal prepared by a Halal-certified partner
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Restaurant name: Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka
What to expect
Born from a desire from retired professional sumo wrestler "Kaido" to teach the world about authentic sumo culture in a relaxed setting, this experience is curated to appeal to all audiences.
Listen as your guide teaches you about the sumo world behind-the-scenes, such as their daily life, while enjoying a hearty meal of crispy fried tonkatsu and traditional sumo-house chanko soup, the soul food of the sumo wrestler, along with rice, sides, and dessert.
This experience also lets you get into the ring with our sumo wrestlers.
You will learn about sumo history, etiquette, and training regimen. You'll also get to see a real sparring match and so on with explanations in English.
1. Explanation and demonstration about fundamental sumo actions by two wrestlers (they were professional sumo wrestlers in the past).
2. Introduction of some techniques including prohibited techniques
3. A demonstration of 3 serious matches
4. Guests can try their hand at taking on the wrestlers with a photo opportunity!
*Guests need to wear a costume that is prepared.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Seating arrangement is decided by order of when reservations are received. Arriving early will not guarantee a better seat.
- 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.
- You must follow our staff's instructions. You must act with good judgement and consideration, both for yourself and others. If there is any trouble caused, you may be asked to leave the hall. (No refunds)
- You may be asked to share a table with another group. This is to ensure the maximum number of guests can enjoy the experience. For groups with a large number of people, it may not be possible to seat everyone at the same table.
- Please note that date changes are not allowed within 3 days of the experience. In case of flight delays, illness, or any other reason, it will be treated as a cancellation.
- Infant meals not included
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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