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the SUMO show with Lunch in Tokyo
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From $130.10 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
If you are coming to Japan then you must see a real interaction of ex-sumo wrestlers giving an exhibition performance. On this day not only you will be watching them perform, but you can also have the chance to put on a sumo suit and wrestle with the wrestler. Guests can enjoy the venue's famous Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Cutlet) and Chanko-nabe soup for lunch. Chanko-nabe is famous for being the soul food of sumo wrestlers. High in nutrients, they would eat this dish to get bigger every day. Don't miss your chance to interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about a real sumo wrestler's behind-the-scenes stories and daily life while enjoying Tonkatsu and Chanko soup. This is also a very rare opportunity to wrestle with retired sumo wrestlers. Enjoy the Sumo Performance You will learn about sumo history, manners, training, the real match, and so on, with explanations in English. 1. Explanation of fundamental actions by two former competitive wrestlers. 2. Introduction of some techniques, including prohibited techniques. 3. Three exhibition matches. 4. Take your chances in the ring with the wrestlers. Guests must wear a prepared costume. 5. Souvenir photo with the wrestlers! Please check the below details prior to booking. **Show contents may be changed depending on circumstances. Regarding Seating ・Seating categories are as follows: Premium Frontside (front-center of ring) Standard Ringside (side of ring) Rear Frontside (back-center of ring) ・You may be asked to share a table with another group. This is to ensure the maximum number of guests can enjoy the experience. Additionally, there are times when it is not possible to seat everyone at the same table. ・There is no charge for infants (ages 0-3) if they sit on an adult's lap. Due to space limitations, strollers cannot be set next to tables. If you would like us to prepare seats for your infants, please book for them at the child fare. Regarding Check-In ・You will be sent a QR code to use at check-in approximately one week before your booking date. Please make sure you provide a valid email at booking to ensure it is able to be delivered. Regarding Food & Menu Changes ・Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. Also, please be sure to specify the number of people the information applies to. ・For vegetarians, the restaurant will offer vegetarian dishes at the restaurant’s discretion. For those who can not eat pork, the restaurant will offer substitute ingredients at the restaurant’s discretion. ・Bringing your own food or drink is unacceptable
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Chance to interact with real sumo wrestlers
- Enjoy the venue's famous tonkatsu and chankonabe, (if you book the meal option)
- Learn about a real sumo wrestler's behindthescenes stories and daily life
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Tokyo
Local Flavor.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
- You will be sent a QR code to use at check-in approximately one week before your booking date. Please make sure you provide a valid email at booking to ensure it is able to be delivered.
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off - Transportation to/from the restaurant - Infants must sit on laps and meals not included - Seating is assigned based by order of reservation. Arriving early does not guarantee a better seat
What to Bring
- For vegetarians, the restaurant will offer vegetarian dishes at the restaurant’s discretion. - For those who cannot eat pork, the restaurant will offer substitute ingredients at the restaurant’s discretion. - Admission will be available from 12:45 pm.
Restrictions
Bringing your own food or drink is not permitted- Children must be accompanied by adult over the age of 20.
Meeting & Pickup
Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka - 3-1-11 Tatekawa, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Sumida City, Tokyo, 130-0023.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2026-07-08
5.00 / 5
Such an absolutely enjoyable experience. The event happened to coincide with my daughter's 14th birthday, so while she didn't actually go up against a sumo wrestler (she was dressed too nicely - her words), they did bring her to the ring with a couple other birthday guests so we could all sing happy birthday to them. Beyond that, the meal was very pleasant and the explanation of the sumo rules taught me a few things. Then there was the fun of being thrown around by a sumo wrestler 3 times my size. Gentle yet authoritative in my destruction. Totally worth it.
2026-07-03
5.00 / 5
Great experience!! Everyone in our family loved it, the host was understandable and the wrestlers made it really fun for our group!
2026-06-17
5.00 / 5
My clients loved it!
2026-06-01
5.00 / 5
My clients (2 couples in their 80's) were worried this was going to be "hokey" but were so happy they decided to take this tour. They were very happy with the meal and learned so much of the culture behind Sumo. They said, "There were 2retired professional Sumos who demonstrated techniques, all narrated by a young woman who spoke great English."
2025-09-16
5.00 / 5
My client loved the educational and hands on aspects of this tour as well as the value of the experience.
2025-08-22
5.00 / 5
Had a great time!!!!
2025-07-14
4.00 / 5
Fun way to learn about Sumo while in Tokyo
2024-05-08
5.00 / 5
This tour was one of the highlights of our trip. The participants were authentic and fun. The food was good. the whole experience was enlightening and very engaging. I highly recommend it.
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