• Nagoya Castle - Nagoya ranks as the fourth most populous city in Japan and is renowned as the headquarters of Toyota, the world’s leading automotive manufacturer. Although Nagoya is the third largest metropolitan area in Japan, its origins are modest, beginning with Nagoya Castle, constructed by the Tokugawa clan, who governed Japan for nearly three centuries. Erected in the early 17th century, the castle showcases many typical features of Japanese castles.

Gain insights from your knowledgeable guide:

1. The historical context during the castle’s construction.
2. The strategies employed by the Tokugawa clan to unite feudal lords who were initially opposed to them.
3. The architectural techniques utilized in its construction.
4. Its role and efficiency as a fortress and dungeon.

Finally, admire the exquisite Honmaru Palace, which highlights the extensive use of precious hinoki cypress wood, ornate metal fittings, and the exquisite artwork adorning the walls, ceilings, and sliding doors.

• Dolphins Arena (Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium) - Grand Sumo Tournament Experience
  15:00 Arrive at Dolphins Arena
  15:40 Witness the ring-entering ceremonies by
  – Makuuchi wrestlers
  – Yokozuna (Grand champion)
  16:00 Dive into the world of sumo with live commentary from your guide.
  18:00 Tour concludes.

During the matches, each participant will receive:

1. A pamphlet featuring photos and profiles of wrestlers with English translations; refer to the photo section. The guide will assist you in understanding it as you enjoy the matches.
2. A cheer-up towel for a specific wrestler; refer to the photo section. The guide will demonstrate how to use it when the wrestler competes; cheering for a particular wrestler enhances the enjoyment of the event.

• Cheer-up towel to root for a particular wrestler
• All Fees and Taxes
• Headsets for each to hear the guide’s voice clearly even from distance
• Information package of tournament information, sumo ranking, and profiles of prominent wrestlers
• Guiding in English by a sumo expert guide

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What sets this tour apart is the guide’s dedication to ensuring each traveler has a memorable experience. To start, each traveler will receive three unique souvenirs:

1. A pamphlet featuring photos and profiles of wrestlers, complete with English translations. The guide will explain it as you watch each match.
2. A cheer-up towel for a specific wrestler. The guide will demonstrate how to use it when the wrestler competes; supporting a particular wrestler enhances the enjoyment of the event.
3. A sumo booklet that provides comprehensive information about sumo.
   Additionally, the guide will offer real-time commentary through an earphone guide system, keeping you informed throughout the tournament.

• 1. Travelers can take a 2-hour optional Nagoya Castle walking tour. If they take this option, the tour will start at 13:00 o’clock. The meeting point is Meijo Line Nagoyajo Sta. (M07) Exit 7 on the ground.
• 2. Travelers who don’t take a 2-hour optionalNagoya Castle walking tour will start the tour at 15:00 o’clock. The meeting point is Dolphins Arena (Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium) - the sumo venue. We will meet outside of the main entrance. Its address is 1-1 Ninomaru, Naka-ward, 460-0032 Nagoya, JP.
• 3. You will watch the bouts by top-division wrestlers for 3 hours from 15 o’clock. While some might think “the longer the viewing hours, the better,” our experience tells otherwise; in the past, those who started to watch much earlier got bored over time and left the arena before the top division match started! Hence, let’s start watching the bouts at 15 o’clock with all our might.

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