2 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Sumo is a Japanese style of full-contact wrestling that requires immense strength and skill. Few travelers are lucky enough to see behind the scenes of a sumo stable (training hall)—considered a sacred space. On this insightful tour, see behind the scenes and visit the sumo stable of Tatsunami-beya—accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter—and watch sumo wrestlers train during morning practice. Better still, this sumo stable is home to an active Yokozuna, the highest rank in professional sumo. Afterwards, snap a picture with the wrestlers and shop exclusive mementoes.
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JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
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A must-do!
juliemO3393JW, Aug 2025
This was an impressive experience. The hosts that greeted us outside the tour checked us in and briefed us on what to expect, and it made sure everyone was prepared to be respectful inside the sumo stable. I would recommend getting there maybe 30 minutes early to hopefully get a spot in the front row, but we were in the second and it was still great for photos. I strongly recommend this experience!!
Inspiring to witness!
Resort784207, Apr 2025
The wrestlers discipline, their respect for the sport, and utter strength and endurance they exhibited was inspiring to see. Awesome to learn about the training and the sport itself. (Be prepared to spend over an hour sitting on the ground while witnessing the practice session.)
Sumo practice
Mihriban_K, Apr 2025
Watching the live practice was a great experience. It was amazing to see the wrestlers so close in front of us. The only drawback was the poor English of the guide and the audio devices they were using. We couldn’t understand what the guide had to say about the practice and the sumo wrestlers.
So fun!
lizaw318, Mar 2025
Very cool experience! A Unique look into Japanese culture. I recommend this tour to any visitors in Japan! I had a lot of fun and I took lots of good pictures!
Itinerary
This rare tour takes you to a sumo stable where sumo wrestlers live and train every day. This remarkable stable holds a unique distinction in the world of sumo: it is the one in Tokyo that currently houses an active Yokozuna, the highest and most prestigious rank in professional sumo wrestling. *Please note that the Yokozuna does not appear at every practice session.
Practice Viewing with Audio Guide: Get an up-close look at sumo wrestlers as they train for the Grand Sumo Tournament, which is held 6 times a year. Customers will watch seated on a wooden floor, but cushions will be provided. Chairs will be provided for customers who have difficulty sitting. Please make a reservation in advance. While whispering and talking are strictly prohibited during the practice, an audio guide service is available, allowing customers to listen to explanations from the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, gaining a deeper understanding and making the practice viewing more enjoyable. Depending on the number of wrestlers practicing on the day, the time for practice viewing may be shorter than 45 minutes. In this case, the tour may end earlier than the indicated time, but refunds will not be issued. Furthermore, depending on the number of wrestlers, the time for practice viewing may be longer.
45 minutesAdmission IncludedCommemorative Photo with Sumo Wrestlers & Personal Belongings Viewing and Q&A Corner: After the practice, customers can take a commemorative photo with the wrestlers. Customers can also check out personal belongings such as sumo-sized yukata and bath towels, as well as the training equipment used during practice, giving a glimpse into the life of a sumo wrestler. There will also be a Q&A corner where customers can ask questions to the sumo wrestlers. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to converse with an active sumo wrestler!
35 minutesAdmission IncludedViewing Lecture: To ensure that customers can enjoy watching the practice while observing proper etiquette, the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will provide basic information about sumo and the Tatsunami Stable, as well as important points to follow when watching the practice. Those who do not agree to the terms and conditions may not be allowed to watch the practice. The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter will give explanations about the audio guide service. Whispering and talking are strictly prohibited while watching the practice, but customers can listen to commentary from the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, allowing them to enjoy watching with a deeper understanding.
20 minutesAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- JTB Sunrise Tours original merchandise
- Audio guide service
- Sumo stable practice viewing
- Commemorative photo with sumo wrestlers
Exclusions
- Food and drink
- Fees other than those listed in Includes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The training hall is a sacred place where sumo wrestlers train hard every day in order to obtain the highest rank of yokozuna. Please be sure to understand and follow the precautions when watching to avoid distracting the wrestlers and preventing injury.The training hall is a sacred place where sumo wrestlers train hard every day in order to obtain the highest rank of yokozuna. Please be sure to understand and follow the precautions when watching to avoid distracting the wrestlers and preventing injury.
- Please stay quiet as whispering and talking are strictly prohibited / Do not stand up or move around / It is strictly forbidden to step on the ring or touch the wrestlers without permission / When seated, do not stretch your legs out towards the sumo wrestling ring since it is considered impolite to show the soles of the feet to sumo wrestlers / Excessive perfume or fabric softener scents are strictly prohibited / Eating and drinking are not allowed / Please keep your mobile phone on silent mode or turned off, and do not use flash photography or record videos / Please refrain from leaving midway / During the visit, please take off your shoes / Please keep shoes neatly in place / Toilet facilities may be used, but please keep them clean /
- The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter will provide explanations before viewing. Those who are not in agreement may not be allowed to watch the practice.
- Children 0-3 years old may not join this tour
- Please refrain from bringing food and drinks into the sumo stable
- Excessive perfume or fabric softener scents are strictly prohibited. Please be forewarned that those who do not follow the rules will not be allowed to watch the practice
- Please remove sunglasses and hats inside as it is considered rude
- Tatsunami Stable entrance is located approximately 20 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station (Toei Line, Tokyo Metro Line, Tobu Railway.) It can also be accessed by taking the Toei Bus East 42-Ko route bus or the Taito Ward Kita-Megurin loop bus
- The tour staff will be waiting for customers at the meeting location wearing a blue happi (traditional Japanese tube-sleeved coat). The happi has a Sunrise Tours logo on the back
- Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour
- Please note that the Yokozuna does not appear at every practice session.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.