Tokyo Sumo Morning Practice Tour

Experience the intensity of sumo training up close in Tokyo. Join our guided tour for exclusive access to a sumo stable and witness morning practice.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kiyosumi-shirakawa Sta. - Gather at Kiyosumi Shirakawa Station where a local guide will escort you to the sumo stable!

  • 3-chōme-6-2 Kiyosumi - Observe sumo practice at a Sumo stable
    Dive into this revered sport that remains highly respected today!
    Witness authentic sumo training up close and experience their power!

  • Kiyosumi Gardens - Relax and conclude the tour at Kiyosumi Gardens

What's Included
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fee for the Sumo stable
What's Not Included
  • Additional Food and Drinks
Additional Information

Sumo is a traditional sport that has been practiced in Japan for over 1,400 years. Do you know what kind of life wrestlers lead to nurture their strong body and spirit? In this tour, you will enter a sumo stable, which is normally inaccessible, and see morning practice sessions of sumo wrestlers, which is a sight that is usually not available to the…

Location
3-chōme-11-1 Kiyosumi
Kiyosumi Shirakawa Station A1 Exit You can come to the station by Toei Oedo line or Hanzomon line. Meeting place is A1 Exit. (Google map link is a public bath next to it.)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dramhampton
Nov 4, 2024
Unmissable experience of sumo up close and personal - Fabulous. We had a terriffic time despite having no previous experience of sumo, this has been a real inspiration. Watching the whole session from warm up, through drills, then pretty full-on bouts and finally warm down, while huge bowls of food were prepared for the wrestlers, was fascinating. The seating arrangements were not ideal - those in the front of the four rows had a great veiw, and those in the last row were fine as we could stand... might have been hard to see for those in row three. But... this is a great trip.
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Michael_c
Nov 3, 2024
Behind the scenes at a real sumo heya! - All went smoothly. Great to see the rikishi doing their thing - a mix of stretching and repetitive exercises, and practice bouts. We were in the back row, but despite what was said at the outset no-one seemed to mind us standing, so we had a good view. We were given a sheet with the names and photos of the members of the stable so we could identify some of them. There was a group photo opportunity at the end with the rikishi, and afterwards we were able to chat to the youngest one (who had good English - and looked from his bouts like a great future prospect!) outside the building.
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Belenp879
Oct 22, 2024
Fantastic - It was increíble for 2 hours, but the only bad thing is that we were so many people and that's why it didn't see very good. Then I to get up from the chair and was well
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Nswburgess
Oct 21, 2024
We loved it - Very special experience. I loved the small group number and the intimacy of the seats in the sumo stable. Amazing experience
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A2380wpmarkusg
Oct 10, 2024
Great and authentic Sumo Wresteling experiences - We had the tour on the 10th of October at 8.30 and our guide was excellent. She shared very interesting Information about Sumo Wresteling and was very kind and capable & answered all questions we had very well. We very much can recommend her as a guide. Thanks for the great time and all the best for you. Markus & Christopher from Germany
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Jessicafe6880ye
Oct 7, 2024
Sumo, interesting experience. - Very interesting the practice of Sumo, I had a wrong idea of the sport. It is all a dedication and with a very strict daily routine. Highly recommended to see a practice.
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Katesc4290mj
Oct 2, 2024
Unique experience - Mr Masao Hiramatsu was amazing, he is knowledgeable and well experienced. It was great to see the sumo wrestlers practice and prepare. Two hours goes quickly but you come away with respect for Sumo wrestling. Meeting point was very convenient to where we were going, so not a lot of walking. We were able to ask questions to one of the wrestlers and now look forward to following him on his journey. We walked back to a train station with our guide Mr Hiramatsu who was happy to answer any questions on Japan that we had. It is good to see someone that just loves his work and wants people to know everything about his country. Great tour that was very unique to see.
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Davidko8055is
Sep 2, 2024
Sumo Morning Practice - a spirited and lively, full contact sport experience - First class guide (Taka) to an inherently interesting and exciting event at the Sumo stable. A dozen highly motivated Sumos at morning practice with guidance from what appeared to be a highly respected Sumo Master. This was not lighthearted warm ups, it was full contact, spirited competition mixed with some exercises. Taka even took the time to organise us to speak with one of the up-and-coming but temporarily injured Sumo and gave us pointers and tips on some of the other activities we had planned later in the day. Excellent experience with a great guide.
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Rowie2016
Oct 15, 2024
One of a kind experience! - Great experience, truly memorable! Loved seeing the tradition of Sumo wrestling coming to life. The wrestlers were very generous with their time answering questions and put on a great display!
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Eelissaa
Oct 21, 2024
A bit repetitive but cool - It was fun for a bit but got repetitive quickly. There are four rows of seats on flat ground so everyone behind the second row had trouble watching or had to stand for the whole part. I was in the third row and could barely see. Most of it was watching them stretch/practice moves which after the tenth or so stretch, felt boring… one time experience, wont do it again.
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