Tokyo: Sumo Tournament Tour with Chair Seat Tickets Chair A Seats
ID: GYG337056-O-1353247
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Experience the thrill of sumo wrestling from 2F seats at a traditional arena. Feel the excitement of the sport and the enthusiastic atmosphere of the crowd, and learn about sumo and its customs from your guide.
Experience the excitement of Japanese sumo wrestling with this admission to one of the three annual tournaments that take place in Tokyo. In a group, tour the stadium with a professional English-speaking guide, and learn about sumo culture and traditions while watching these massive warriors go head-to-head.
After meeting at the West Gate of JR Ryogoku Station at 2:15 PM, head to Ryogoku Sumo Stadium and enjoy the sumo games. Watch the ring-entering ceremony of the Makuuchi (Strong) Division and the Yokozuna (Strongest) Division at 3:40 PM and 3:55 PM respectively.
At 4:10 PM, the Makuuchi Division games start. See the sumo wrestlers try to force their opponent out of the ring or force any part of his body to touch the ground. Admire the results of the wrestlers' diligent training to become the highest-ranked wrestler. The tournament finishes at 6:00 PM.
Highlights
- Take the rare chance to watch a sumo wrestling tournament in Tokyo
- Soak up the excitement of a sumo tournament with a local audience
- Explore the stadium with an English-speaking guide
- Discover the traditions, history, and culture of sumo wrestling
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Depending on the option you select, you will get 2F Chair seats (you cannot choose specific seats). Your guide will hand out the ticket on the tour date *On 1st floor, there are only box seats
• Children 3 years old and under can enter for free, however, they will not have their own seat and will need to sit on your lap. Children 4 years and up must have their own tickets
• Large luggage cannot be brought into the seating area
Meet your guide at 2:45 PM at the JR Ryogoku station WEST ticket gate. Your guide will have a green signboard saying "Japan Wonder Travel".
It's "JR" line, not the "OEDO" line. Latecomers cannot be accommodated.
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.
