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We will take a trek to the past and see the origins of Sumo in Japan. While on this adventure we will have the tastes of the Edo period, see where Sumo matches are held, see the grounds of the old stadium, and visit the shrine where it all started. It will be an amazing experience that will reveal the secrets to this very entertaining sport.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet at the west exit of JR Ryogoku Station. There will be a small statue of two sumo wrestlers fighting. We will gather there.
After we finish the tour we will walk back to Monzennakacho station. This has connections to the Oedo and Tozai lines.
Itinerary
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1Ryogoku Edo Noren
Our first stop will be the historic Ryogoku station. Connected to the station is Edo Noren. This place is a recreation of what Edo Ryogoku would have looked like with store fronts and a sumo ring in the middle. A perfect place to grab a bite before we began our Sumo journey.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Ryogoku Kokugikan
Our next stop will be the Kokugikan, or the Sumo main hall. The building was built in 1985 and currently serves all of the biggest Sumo matches. We will see the outside of the structure and learn a bit about Sumo.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After seeing the modern Kokugikan, we will venture to the original site of the grand Sumo hall. The historic building was torn down, but it is very interesting to see what was built in its place!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Tomioka Hachimangu
After visiting the Kokugikan, Sumo hall, we will go back to where it all started. Sumo began its humble origins at Tomioka Hachimangu. While there we will see the towering stones that honor the Yokozuna, top champions, of the past and present. While there we will also see another surprising site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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