Tokyo: Sumo Morning Practice Viewing Tour Tokyo: Sumo Stable Morning Visit
ID: GYG277927-481927
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore a real Sumo stable in Tokyo with a guide and discover the unique wonders of this traditional Japanese sport based on Shinto rituals as you watch Sumo wrestlers in training.
Have you ever wondered how Sumo wrestlers get so strong? How they practice, and what Sumo is all about? Come and observe a Sumo wrestler practice session in the stables where they live and train. Afterwards, you'll get the chance to talk to your English-speaking guide to learn more about Sumo and the tournaments they train so diligently for.
Sumo is a traditional Japanese sport, based on Shinto beliefs. Similar to wrestling, the participants try to force their opponent out of the ring or force any part of his body to touch the ground. They train diligently from early in the morning almost every day. See a training session up close and personal as these powerhouses train for the Sumo Tournament, held 6 times a year. Watch these young wrestlers who live together chase their dream of becoming wrestlers of the highest rank.
[Itinerary]
-Meet up at JR Ryogoku station west gate
Listen to the explanation about sumo
-Head to Sumo stable (15 min)
-Watch sumo morning training until the end (60-90 min. *depends on the day)
-Finish the tour
Highlights
- Get the rare opportunity to enter a Sumo stable
- Watch Sumo wrestlers in training up close
- Learn about the history and the art of Sumo wrestling from your local guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must stay until the end of the practice (around 09:00 to 10:00 AM)
Once you leave the stable, there is no re-entry
The practice/tour may be a bit shorter or longer than expected. If you have a commitment following the tour, please let us know in advance
The Sumo stable is a place of work and it is imperative that you respect the following rules:
Modest clothing only
Don't stand up or move around during the practice
Make sure your phone is on silent
This tour is not suitable for those under 11 years of age
Please be aware that depending on the schedule, the ending location may differ from the meeting place.
15 min before the start time: Meet your guide in front of JR Ryogoku Station, West exit ticket gate (JR両国駅西口改札).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
