What sets apart this tour conducted by our sumo expert guides is:
1) Real-time commentaries in the sumo arena as the match progresses
2) Participation in the enthusiastic audience with cheering goods
3) Attentiveness by your guide due to being a small group of up to 10
4) Optional tour to Dotonbori to experience a dynamic mix of traditional and modern Japanese culture.
This results in increased joy when viewing the match.
Each traveler receives unique souvenirs:
1. A wrestler profile pamphlet with English translations for an immersive experience.
2. A cheering towel to support your favorite wrestler, adding excitement.
3. A comprehensive sumo booklet for deeper insights.
* The earphone guide system ensures you hear every commentary. Alongside cheering with fellow travelers, you’ll learn, laugh, and fully enjoy this sumo journey.
*An optional walking tour of Dotonbori precedes the tournament.
We will use Chair B seats in the arena.
The meeting place is Namba Square in front of Marui
Dotonbori, Osaka’s iconic entertainment district, is a vibrant hub of culture, food, and nightlife. Lined with neon lights and larger-than-life billboards, including the famous Glico running man and the Kani Doraku crab, it’s a feast for the senses. Strolling along the canal, you’ll encounter street performers, lively crowds, and tantalizing aromas wafting from food stalls offering takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. The blend of modern energy and traditional flavors makes Dotonbori unforgettable. Whether you’re snapping photos on the Ebisu Bridge, savoring local delicacies, or exploring hidden izakayas, Dotonbori captures the spirit of Osaka—bold, friendly, and deliciously unique. The major spots to visit include Dotonbori Canal, Glico Man Sign, Tako-yaki Stalls, Kuidaore Taro, Dotonbori Shopping Street, Ebisu Bridge, Hozenji Yokocho, and Kuromon Ichiba Market.
Grand Sumo Tournament Viewing 14:45 Meet-up 15:00 Enter EDION Arena 15:40 Ring entering ceremonies by – Makuuchi wrestlers – Yokozuna (Grand champion) 16:00 Immerse yourself in sumo as you listen to the guide’s real-time commentaries. 18:00 Tour ends. While watching the bouts, each traveler will receive 1) A pamphlet showing photos and profiles of wrestlers with English translation. The guide will walk you through it as you watch fights. 2) A cheer-up towel for a particular wrestler; see the photo section. The guide will teach you how to use it when the wrestler is going to fight; cheering up a particular wrestler will increase joy of watching.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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