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- English
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Private & Personalized
Enjoy a seamless experience with hotel pickup and a dedicated English-speaking guide who offers deep cultural insights.
Authentic Sumo Access
Observe the intense morning training of rising sumo stars in a real, working sumo stable—an experience rarely open to the public.
Local Charm & Warm Atmosphere
Feel the nostalgic vibe of a traditional Japanese neighborhood and the welcoming spirit of the wrestlers in an intimate, homey setting.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
*To allow sufficient time for guide arrangements, please reach out to us at least 3–4 days prior to your desired date.
*The meeting time with the guide depends on the location of the client's hotel. Please confirm the meeting time.
*Please note that we can mainly do our pick-up service at hotels within a 10-minute walk from stations. Please contact us if you are unsure if your hotel falls into this category. For hotels not within this area, we can arrange an alternative pick up destination.
※ Those who wish to use a taxi service instead of public transportation must pay an additional cost.
What to expect
In this tour, guests are given the once-in-a-life opportunity to watch professional sumo wrestlers train in a genuine sumo stable. As part of the tour experience you will be accompanied by a professional guide, who will detail for you the many aspects behind traditional sumo. You will also witness sumo training techniques and rituals, as well as a few practice matches.
Depending on the session/stable, the training session is expected to proceed as follows:
1. Basic Sumo Exercises: Exercises to strengthen legs, hips, and upper body, as well as muscle building regimes.
2. Practice Matches: Serious bouts performanced between two sumo wrestlers at a time. A must-see part of the training!
3. After the session: You may have the chance to take photos with the wrestlers (schedule depending).
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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