Morning Sumo Practice Viewing in Tokyo

4.9
(61 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The guide will first explain the origin, history, rules, fun, etc. of sumo.
Sumo wrestlers are working extremely hard to be stronger because their ranking directly affects their income. The morning practice starts before 7:00 a.m. with stretching, warming-up, and a routine of basic sumo movements. We get into the stable around 8:00 a.m. when they start practice matches. You will be overwhelmed by the sounds as you watch wrestlers hit their bodies head-on again and again. By this time, you will realize a huge mass of muscles constitute their bodies. When they stretch to cool down, you are now surprised to see how supple they are, which may be counter-intuitive given their gigantic bodies.

We will take photos with them after the practice.

What's Included

Guiding in English by a local certified expert guide
Donations to the stable
Most probably, there is a photo shooting session with sumo wrestlers.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting place is Hanami Zaka Square at Tokyo Skytree Station (TS02) of Tobu Skytree Line. See below for details.

End point

The tour will end at the sumo stable.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Tokyo Sky Tree is the world's tallest self-standing broadcasting tower. You will be overwhelmed by this massive and gigantic structure inspired by the image of a Japanese sword. Here the guide will brief you on how to enjoy sumo and simple rules you need to abide by while watching the practice in the stable.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will visit a sumo stable and watch the practice sitting inside the stable.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

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