Tokyo: Sumo Show Experience with Chicken Hot Pot and a Photo

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Learn the rules of sumo and how to practice it, watch demonstrations, and then have a go at wrestling yourself in Asakusa, Tokyo. Enjoy Chanko-nabe (chicken hot pot) prepared by former sumo wrestlers.

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Duration 2 hours
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Wheelchair accessible
Small group available

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Armando – United States

The show was funny didn’t expect that it was a surprise

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5 out of 5 stars
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Denise – United States

What a blast! The Sumo Show was a fun conclusion to our time in Japan. The food was very good with excellent service. The site took a little effort to find, thankfully we planned extra time. The show was well attended, engaging and the crowd was lively. The performances were informative and entertaining; it seemed specifically geared to tourists. I would recommend to anyone for a 1st time Sumo experience, very family friendly too.

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a sumo show arranged to be easily enjoyed by adults and children alike.
  • Find out about the rules and rituals of sumo wresting from bilingual commentary
  • Marvel at former sumo wrestlers as they battle it out in the ring before you
  • Relish a chicken hot pot and other Japanese dishes that former wrestlers prepare
  • Have your photo taken with a former sumo wrestler and receive a set of souvenirs

Full description

Sumo is as old if not older than Japan itself. At the Asakusa Sumo Club we will take you on a deep frive through history and how sumo has evolved throughout the millennia, while you enjoy an authentic sumo style meal in an intimate setting.

Watch demonstrations of the morning exercises (asa geiko), somo of the techniques (kimarite) and the do’s and don’t’s of sumo wrestling before a best of 3 competition(tachiai)of real sumo between our wrestlers, who are retired from competition.

Experience Sumo firsthand by challenging our wrestlers to a sumo match in the ring.
(Limited to 8 people per show). If there are too many applicants, challengers will be decided by lottery.

Intimate view of the Dohyo from all seats. To really feel connected to the action please upgrade to our front row seating.

Take home a gift bag of souvenirs as well as a framed photo of you and your group with the wrestlers and geisha.

Before the sumo show, guests can also enjoy Japanese dance performed by geisha in beautiful kimonos.

ATTENTION- This is a show by retired wrestlers for entertainment purposes. If you prefer a look into how a modern sumo beya is run you can find that elsewhere in Tokyo.

Includes

  • Bilingual commentary by a moderator
  • Serious matches between former sumo wrestlers
  • Sumo experience for those who wish to participate (not possible for everyone to take part if there is a high level of interest）
  • Japanese dance performed by geisha in beautiful kimonos before the sumo show
  • Chicken hot pot and Japanese set meal (depending on option selected)
  • All-you-can-eat dishes (depending on option selected)
  • 1 drink
  • Printed souvenir photo taken with a former sumo wrestler for adult
  • Souvenir set (wooden sake cup, Japanese hand towel, and sticker)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Meals, seating, and souvenirs for infants
  • Additional drinks (available to buy)

Not suitable for

  • Babies under 1 year

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • Please understand in advance that the Sumo Show is different from the serious practice tour of morning practice, as it is structured to be a fun sumo show for adults and children alike.
  • If there are many applicants for the Sumo Challenge with former rikishi, each group may be assigned one representative or drawn by lot.
  • The souvenirs offered may change depending on the season.
  • Vegetarian and Vegan meals are available, but must be requested at least 2 days prior to the reservation date.
  • *Wheelchair-accessible seating is limited, so please be sure to inform us at the time of reservation.
  • “We are not able to provide gluten-free, halal meals, but customers are welcome to bring their own.”
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Armando – United StatesJuly 9, 2025 – Verified booking
The show was funny didn’t expect that it was a surprise
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Denise – United StatesJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
What a blast! The Sumo Show was a fun conclusion to our time in Japan. The food was very good with excellent service. The site took a little effort to find, thankfully we planned extra time. The show was well attended, engaging and the crowd was lively. The performances were informative and entertaining; it seemed specifically geared to tourists. I would recommend to anyone for a 1st time Sumo experience, very family friendly too.
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Anuradha – AustraliaJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
loved the whole experience. Food, MC and the sumo wrestling. Very entertaining. don't miss it especially if U have little kid as my kids enjoyed the most.

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Activity provider:
Asakusa Sumobeya Co.,Ltd.

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