This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience Japan&#39;s national sport up close, with the guidance of an expert who can enrich your understanding of the deep-rooted traditions and rituals of sumo. The energy of the crowd and the sheer physical prowess of the wrestlers make this an unforgettable cultural experience.

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The tournament generally runs for several hours, with matches starting in the afternoon and continuing into the early evening.

Yes, the tour is family-friendly, but keep in mind that the event can be loud and crowded.

No, your guide will provide explanations in English, making the experience accessible even if you don&rsquo;t speak Japanese.

Yes, photography is usually allowed, but be mindful of the rules and avoid using flash.

Prepare to join a grand sumo tournament tour in Tokyo, a group tour with real-time commentaries by a sumo expert guide.Your experience includes an optional walking tour around the sumo town of Ryogoku. Visit historical sumo landmarks and look at sumo stables from outside, where sumo wrestlers live and train. Increase the joy of watching the tournament by learning a lot about sumo from your knowledgeable guide with an earphone system, as you visit much sumo related must-see spots before you actually view the bouts in the arena. Your guide will provide a pamphlet showing photos and profiles of wrestlers with English translation; see the photo section and a cheer-up towel for a particular wrestler. 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.You'll also have the possibility to enjoy an optional dinner at a chanko-nabe restaurant, and learnabout the dish which is the centerpiece of sumo wrestlers’ diet.You can choose between the following options available in the order box: Sumo tournament with your guide (Option 1), Sumo landmarks guided tour and tournament with your guide (Option 2), Sumo tournament with your guide and chanko-nabe dinner (Option 3), Sumo landmarks guided tour with tournament and chanko-nabe dinner (Option 4).Option 1: Sumo tournamentOption 2: Sumo landmarks tour and tournamentOption 3: Sumo tournament and dinnerOption 4: Sumo landmarks tour with tournament and dinner Meeting Point:Tour at 1.00pm: the meeting point is Toei Oedo Line Ryogoku Sta. (E12) A3 Ex. Address: 1-chōme-4-29 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan. Tour at 3.00pm: the meeting point is on the left side of the Kokugikan arena. Address: 1-chōme-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo.

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li>Admission ticket to the Grand Sumo Tournament.</li>
	<li>Reserved seating for prime viewing of the matches.</li>
	<li>Expert guide providing insights into sumo culture and traditions.</li>
	<li>Tour of the sumo district, including a visit to sumo stables or museums (subject to availability).</li>
</ul>

Not suitable for:Infants (age 0-3)Know in advance:The meeting point address varies depending on the starting time of the tour selected in the order boxVouchers on smartphones or tablets are accepted. Printed vouchers are also accepted.

Grand Sumo Tournament Tour in Tokyo

Tour at 1.00pm: the meeting point is Toei Oedo Line Ryogoku Sta. (E12) A3 Ex. Address: 1-chōme-4-29 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan. Tour at 3.00pm: the meeting point is on the left side of the Kokugikan arena. Address: 1-chōme-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo.

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