Morning Sumo Practice Viewing in Tokyo

The guide will first explain the origin, history, rules, fun, etc. of sumo.
Sumo wrestlers are working extremely hard to be stronger because their ranking directly affects their income. The morning practice starts before 7:00 a.m. with stretching, warming-up, and a routine of basic sumo movements. We get into the stable around 8:00 a.m. when they start practice matches. You will be overwhelmed by the sounds as you watch wrestlers hit their bodies head-on again and again. By this time, you will realize a huge mass of muscles constitute their bodies. When they stretch to cool down, you are now surprised to see how supple they are, which may be counter-intuitive given their gigantic bodies.

We will mostly have a chance to take photos with them after the practice.

Option: Chanko-nabe lunch
The guide will take you to a chanko-nabe restaurant for lunch. This nutrient dish is in the centerpiece of sumo wrestlers’ diet to gain weight and muscles to build their bodies.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Tokyo Skytree, 1 Chome-1-2, Oshiage, Sumida 131-8634 Tokyo Prefecture

Tokyo Sky Tree is the world's tallest self-standing broadcasting tower. You will be overwhelmed by this massive and gigantic structure inspired by the image of a Japanese sword.
Here the guide will brief you on how to enjoy sumo and simple rules you need to abide by while watching the practice in the stable.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sumida, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

We will visit a sumo stable and watch the practice sitting inside the stable.

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"All participants are required to sit on a cushion on a flat floor; no chairs are available."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 07:30 AM
Duration: 3 Hours
Start location: Tokyo Skytree Station, 1-chōme-1-4 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Donations to the stable
• Most probably, there is a photo shooting session with sumo wrestlers.
• Information package containing sumo in general, ranking structure, and profile of the stable
• Guiding in English by a local certified expert guide

Not Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Facilities