Tokyo: Visit Sumo Morning Practice with English Guide

Experience the tradition and power of sumo wrestling at a prestigious Tokyo sumo stable. Watch active sumo wrestlers practice seriously and take a commemorative photo with them. Explore nearby Asakusa for a fulfilling day of sightseeing.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Takasagobeya - Sumo is a popular Japanese martial art and martial art with a long tradition since ancient times.
    On this tour, you can watch sumo wrestlers practice seriously and take commemorative photos with them.
    During a match, you will be able to watch from a distance, but you can get a valuable experience of being able to see the powerful…
What's Included
  • Fee to observe sumo practice
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • English-speaking guide fee
Additional Information

You have the opportunity to witness diligent training sessions of professional sumo wrestlers. Access to such locations is generally restricted, making it a unique and special occasion.
In the heart of Tokyo at Takasago Stable, a sumo stable with a distinguished history and numerous champion wrestlers, you can immerse yourself in a part of Japanese…

Location
Ryogoku Sta.
07:45 “Ryogoku Station”, subway “Oedo line" The staff is waiting for you at the A-3 Exit of the elevators. You will then head to the Takasago-beya stable (10-minute walk) with the guide.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jahmal_b
Jan 19, 2025
Truly above and beyond service! - All in all, this was an excellent way to experience Sumo wrestling and the culture that surrounds the sport. I was amazed as I watched the training of these unconventional athletes. It was truly a wonder to have a front row seat to the process! The tour operator was knowledgeable and really went above and beyond! Even after the tour was over, she took it beyond herself to help me get a Pasmo card for the train. A true lifesaver since my Japanese is non-existent :) Truly above and beyond service!
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Fred_w
Jan 18, 2025
We enjoyed the sumo practice. - Our guide was helpful in explaining the sumo practice session, which we all enjoyed. It is in a small room so you get to experience the sounds and sweat as well as the sight.
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Lorrie_o
Dec 29, 2024
Sitting on the floor or... - Sitting on the floor or small tools/seats may be uncomfortable for westerners for the duration of the venue.
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Aimee_a
Dec 24, 2024
Super cool, authentic,... - Super cool, authentic, and up-close experience, got to have full immersion in Sumo wrestling practice. Guide was so sweet and hospitable!
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Amit_r
Jun 27, 2024
Great introduction to the world of Sumo wrestling - The morning practice provided glimpse into the world of Sumo wrestling. The practice session was quite educative as it showcased most of the training exercises. The practice bouts were intense and revealed the highly competitive nature of the sport. The seating place for visitors did get quite crowded with people from an other tour also present, some joining while the session was underway. Seating was somewhat squeezed. The Viator guide, however, took great care to ensure that all the Viator customers were comfortably seated. The photo session with the wrestlers at the end was fun. On the whole, it was an enjoyable experience and I would recommend highly recommend the tour.
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Quentin_k
May 21, 2024
Awesome - From the welcome at my metro station to the sumo training hall was very warm. The sumo training was impressive to watch. I recommend it!
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Rusty_j
Apr 20, 2024
Highlight of our Tokyo trip - An incredible experience. I would think this is even better than going to a large, formal competition in some ways, as you’re up close with the sumo’s and when they fight, it’s pretty serious! Highly recommend, was the highlight of the trip, especially for my teenagers.
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Faikerdem_d
Apr 13, 2024
Liked it! - Overall, it was very interesting to see the Sumo wrestlers doing their training. 30 mins(may be a bit longer) consist of streching, preparing their bodies for wrestling. Then their younger ones started to challange each other and it was good to watch. Then more powerful ones started to wrestle against each other and it was really interesting. Our guide was so polite and helpful. She was on time at the right place. They distributed a description of history and training details, which was sufficient to learn and understand during training. Summary: well worth to go and watch. Enjoyed it!
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Poggle15
Mar 14, 2024
Fun! - I loved this experience! The tour guide was so friendly and knowledgeable! She was very kind and had a book full of information about sumo. She also answered dozens of our questions with detailed informative answers. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who would want to see a sumo practice and/or learn more about sumo!
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Karla_p
Feb 21, 2024
The sumo training was... - The sumo training was great! but the host who was supposed to meet us as some point, left the whole group, it wasn´t there, so we had to call. Thanks to some japanese people who were on the group, knew the language we were able to get there.
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