Overview
Step into the world behind Japan’s national sport and experience a side of professional sumo that most visitors never get to see. Enter an active sumo stable, witness traditions up close, and connect with the people who dedicate their lives to this centuries-old sport.
Depending on your selected experience, you may:
- Observe professional wrestlers during morning training and learn about sumo etiquette and traditions.
- Observe morning training, enjoy a traditional chanko lunch, and interact with a stable master or wrestlers.
- Take part in a sumo workshop and learn more about the culture and traditions of the sport.
- Discover the art of chonmage hairstyling and traditional tokoyama tools.
- Explore the behind-the-scenes world of a sumo stable with a former wrestler or stable attendant.
- Learn how to prepare authentic chanko with guidance from a former wrestler or stable attendant.
Each experience offers a different way to connect with the traditions, people, and daily life of professional sumo. Schedules and availability vary by experience.
Important Information
- Experiences take place at an active sumo stable. Guests must follow the instructions of the guide and stable staff at all times.
- Sumo wrestlers are professional athletes, and their training and daily activities should not be disturbed. Please remain respectful and follow the etiquette explained by your guide.
- Schedules and availability may vary depending on the sumo calendar, stable schedule, and other circumstances.
- Some experiences may be unavailable during regional tours or other periods when wrestlers are away from the stable.
- Rules regarding photography, video recording, seating, food, and guest behavior may vary depending on the experience and sumo stable.
- Age restrictions and other participation requirements may vary. Please check the details before booking.
- Experiences may be changed or cancelled at short notice due to circumstances at the sumo stable.
- Access: Located in a quieter, more local area of Tokyo. Please allow extra travel time when coming from Haneda or Narita Airport.