With a long history of over 1,500 years, sumo is considered as Japan’s national sport and is an inherent part of the country’s tradition. This tour includes admission to the Grand Sumo Tournament, allowing customers to experience the thrill of watching powerful sumo wrestlers compete against each other. A National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter knowledgeable about sumo wrestling will give a lecture on sumo before customers go spectating. Beginners to sumo and sumo fans alike can surely gain a deeper insight into the grand sumo tournament. The tour conductor will lead customers into the venue. 3rd floor D-class chair seating will be provided.
All tour participants will receive “The Sumo,” a booklet about sumo (in English); and Banzuke-hyo, a table of rankings, as a gift! Feel free to use it while watching.
Highlights
Enjoy the thrilling sumo matches from the 3rd floor D-class chair seating!
3rd floor D-class chair seating will be provided!
Guided by A National Government Licensed English Guide!
Duration
4 hours and 35 minutes
Offered in
English
What is included
English-speaking Tour Conductor/National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter (only during Sumo Lecture)
Grand Sumo Tournament viewing ticket (D-class chair seating)
"The Sumo" booklet (English)
Banzuke-hyo
Swissotel Nankai Osaka - 6F Lobby Floor / 13:45 Meet-up
*There will be an assistant on the 6F Lobby Floor. Customers will be guided to the lecture venue (banquet hall).
Start time
1:45 pm
End point
Tour Ends at Edion Arena Osaka
Enjoy the thrilling sumo matches from the 3rd floor D-class chair seating, which will be provided for your comfort and viewing pleasure. Guided by A National Government Licensed English Guide.
Learn About Sumo and Watch the Grand Sumo Tournament at Edion Arena Osaka
The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will conduct a lecture about sumo. Enjoy the thrilling sumo matches from the 3rd floor D-class chair seating. Makuuchi Wrestler Ceremonial Entrance, Yokozuna Grand Champion Ring Entrance (will not take place if there are no Yokozuna present) The crowd comes alive at the sight of their favorite wrestlers and cheers them on. The atmosphere in the arena brightens instantly. Watch Makuuchi Division Wrestlers' Sumo Matches and Bow-twirling Ceremony.
Check out the entrance lobby to look at the championship flags and other items given to champion sumo wrestlers. The lobby is also a popular spot for photo taking. *Not available on the last tournament day due to award ceremony preparations for the concluding program. The 1st floor Sumo Association official merchandise shop features direct sales of Sumo Association products planned and sold by stable masters. The 2nd and 3rd floor shops offer a range of sumo-related items great for souvenirs of the March tournament.
This tour only available from 09MAR till 23MAR
Bookings may be made until 05:00 on the day of the tour. Please make a reservation on the system until the reservation deadline.
If the minimum number of participants (1) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, or due to other operational management circumstances, the tour on that date may be canceled.
Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance.
For requests regarding tours where answers from the tour operator are required in advance, please input in the Remarks field and contact the tour operator.
Spectator Etiquette: Please note that you will have to wait to be seated if one of the following events is underway at the time: a sumo match, a speech by the Sumo Association (on the first and the last tournament day), the ring entering procession of the Makuuchi division wrestlers (dohyoiri), the ring entering procession of the Yokozuna, or the ritual stomping ceremony (on the last tournament day). In such a case, please wait until the event is over before proceeding to spectator seating. Also, the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will not be able to provide explanations or other guidance during these events.
Children up to 3 years of age may also join, but must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian while watching. If the child requires a seat, please make a booking at the child rate (typically for ages 4-11).
Stroller storage areas are available on the 2nd and 3rd floors. However, please note that we take no responsibility in case of theft, etc. in the arena. Strollers cannot be brought inside the arena seating area.
Meals are not included.
Bringing food and drinks including alcohol into the venue is prohibited. Please purchase from vendors inside the arena.
Please note that you may have to wait to be taken to your seat or listen to explanations by the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter if one of the following events is underway at the time: a sumo match, a speech by the Sumo Association (on the first and the last tournament day), the ring entering procession of the Makuuchi division wrestlers (dohyoiri), the ring entering procession of the Yokozuna, or the ritual stomping ceremony (last tournament day only).
Customers will watch from 3rd floor D-class seats (chair seating). Also, seat numbers cannot be designated. This information will be provided on the day of the tour.
If your group is divided into multiple reservations, please be sure to input information on accompanying group members in the Remarks field for each reservation.
For those participating in a wheelchair, please indicate so in the remarks field when booking.
As the wheelchair storage area is on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the venue, please go to the 3rd floor spectator seating on your own or with the help of an accompanying group member.
Wheelchairs cannot be brought into the 3rd floor D-class chair seating.
Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a tour conductor.
Wheelchair Accessibility: YES
Stroller Accessibility: YES
Service Animal Accompaniment: NO
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