Start your sumo experience bright and early. We'll meet at the west gate of JR Ryogoku Station. Make sure to be on time so you don't miss any of the action!
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Duration: 90 minutes; admissions included
The highlight of the tour! You'll spend the next hour and a half watching the sumo wrestlers in their morning training routine.
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Duration: 5 minutes
1 Chome-3 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo
You will return to the starting point.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes a visit to a sumo stable in Tokyo, an opportunity to watch sumo wrestlers during their morning practice, and guidance from a knowledgeable local guide. Entrance fees to the sumo stable are also covered.
Children under 11 years old are not permitted on this tour. This restriction is in place to ensure the safety and comfort of all participants.
Comfortable clothing is recommended. Guests must wear a non-woven mask to enter the sumo stable, so please bring one along.
The tour starts at JR Ryogoku Station's West Gate. Please be there by 07:30 AM. The tour begins at 7:45 AM.
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours, but please note that the duration can vary depending on the sumo stable’s training schedule.
Yes, photography is generally allowed, especially during the opportunity to take photos with the sumo wrestlers. However, please respect any specific instructions or restrictions given by the guide or at the sumo stable.
The tour schedule might be affected by changes in the sumo training schedule, especially around Grand Tournaments. We recommend checking in advance for any such changes.
The tour is not available during the Grand Sumo Tournaments, typically held in January, May, and September. During these months, we offer the Tokyo Sumo Tournament Tour instead.
Join our exclusive Sumo Morning Practice Tour in Tokyo to witness sumo wrestlers' intense training, learn about sumo culture, and possibly snap a photo with the athletes, all guided by a knowledgeable local expert.
Watching a real sumo training session was fascinating and felt very authentic — much more interesting than a typical tourist show.
viki_september
December 16, 2025
Outstanding insight into this uniquely Japanese sport
A quite brilliant experience. This is the real-deal being the genuine morning routine in this sumo stable. The commentary by ear-piece was exceptionally informative about the techniques involved and the lifestyle - and didn't shy away from the health risks. It was interesting that size wasn't the be-all and end-all as the smallest wrestler was able to win most of his practice bouts
AllanJGJ
December 12, 2025
viki_september
December 16, 2025
One of the best experiences we had in Japan
Watching a real sumo training session was fascinating and felt very authentic — much more interesting than a typical tourist show.
AllanJGJ
December 12, 2025
Outstanding insight into this uniquely Japanese sport
A quite brilliant experience. This is the real-deal being the genuine morning routine in this sumo stable. The commentary by ear-piece was exceptionally informative about the techniques involved and the lifestyle - and didn't shy away from the health risks. It was interesting that size wasn't the be-all and end-all as the smallest wrestler was able to win most of his practice bouts
