Special Interest Tours
SUMO – Tokyo Tournament
Sumo – Japan’s National Sport and traditional Japanese culture is originated in ancient times. Enjoy a unique experience that’s simply not possible by just watching on TV!
Escorted by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter who is knowledgeable about sumo wrestling and you will receive “The Sumo” a booklet about Sumo and Banzuke-hyo, a table of ranking as something to take back home.
On this tour, you will watch sumo from comfortable reserved B-class Chair seat.
*Tours available during the regular Tokyo Tournament.
Itinerary Highlights
- Watching Japan’s National Sport, Sumo Live
- Escorted by National Government Licensed English Speaking Interpreter
- A little gift to take home
Included in Tour Arrangements
- National Government Licensed English Speaking Intereter
- Sumo Ticket (B class chair seat)
- Sumo Booklet and Banzuke-hyo
13:50
Meet with National Government Licensed Interpreter Guide near Ryogoku Kokugikan (Ryogoku Sumo Hall) who will give you a brief lecture about Japan’s National Sport, Sumo.
Transfer to Ryogoku Kokugikan, home of Sumo’s main stadium which accommodate more than 10,000 visitors.
14:30
Enjoy the thrilling Sumo matches.
You can visit Sumo museum where Sumo-relating items such as woodblock prints, folding screens and ceremonial aprons from as far back as Edo period are displayed.
18:00
Tour ends at Ryogoku
REMARKS and BOOKING CONDITIONS
*Tours available during the regular Tokyo Tournament, which is held for 15 days in January, May and September.
*Upgrade to A class or S class seat with light snack is available
Unless otherwise specified, Sightseeing Tours are seat-in coach, operated by our partner suppliers in Japan and may be combined with another group.
Local government taxes, such as Resort tax, Accommodation tax or Bathing tax are not included in the tour price. Please pay directly to the accommodation if applicable.
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