Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Higashi-Osaka Ticket Information

• December 14, 2025 at 9:00 am
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• December 14, 2025 at 6:00 pm
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Overview

The Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Higashi-Osaka is a dynamic branch location tour (jungyo) organized by the Japan Sumo Association, bringing the rich tradition and raw power of professional sumo wrestling to Osaka Prefecture.

Held on December 14, 2025 (Sun), at Higashi-Osaka Arena, this single-day event starts at 09:00, featuring approximately 20–30 bouts from maezumo preliminaries to makuuchi division showdowns, complemented by ceremonial dohyo-iri processions, shokkiri comedic demonstrations, and jinku chants. As a non-ranking winter tour stop, it showcases top rikishi like yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Hoshoryu, or rising star Onosato, creating an electric, fan-engaged atmosphere.

Organized by the Grand Sumo Higashi-Osaka Tournament Office, it taps into Osaka’s vibrant sumo culture, praised on X for its “Kansai roar” and “intimate dohyo energy.” Tickets range from ¥2,000 (bento set, seat ticket required) to ¥18,000 (Tamari S seats with commemorative cushion), with additional seats released on October 16, 2025, and sales open until November 30, 2025, 17:00 JST.

The ~2,500-seat arena, near Hanaten Station, offers an immersive experience. Preschool children are prohibited in Tamari S seats; children under 2 can sit on laps for free in other areas (fee if seated). Shoes are banned on the 1st floor (slippers required). Secure via Ticket Pia due to high demand for this Osaka sumo spectacle, with parking unavailable on-site.

Why Attend

• Sumo Spectacle: Experience ~20–30 bouts, from novice grapples to yokozuna clashes, with authentic rituals like salt-throwing and gyoji calls.
• Kansai Energy: Higashi-Osaka’s ~2,500-seat arena delivers close-up action with Osaka’s passionate crowd vibe.
• Memorable Keepsakes: Tamari S seats include commemorative cushions; ¥4,500 Yokozuna Set offers bento and souvenirs.
• Affordable Entry: Stand chair seats at ¥8,000 make sumo accessible for families and fans.
• Osaka Adventure: Near Tsuruhashi’s Korean town and Osaka Castle, ideal for a cultural Kansai day trip.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Osaka Prefecture: Higashi-Osaka Arena
  • December 14, 2025 (Sun): 09:00 (doors ~08:00).

Program

• Full-day sumo tournament with maezumo, juryo, and makuuchi bouts, plus shokkiri demos and dohyo purification ceremonies.
• Expect escalating intensity with top-division rivalries and lively crowd engagement.
• ~8 hours total, subject to change; continuous flow without intermission.

Performers

• Rikishi: Makuuchi stars (e.g., yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Kotozakura) and lower divisions per the banzuke.
• Officials: Japan Sumo Association gyoji referees and yobidashi announcers.

Duration

Approximately 8 hours, based on standard winter tour formats.

Performance Period

December 14, 2025 (single-day event).

Venue Website

• Higashi-Osaka Arena: https://www.city.higashiosaka.lg.jp/sports/arena/ (official city site for details).

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for ticket assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Official Ticket Platforms:
  • Ticket Pia: https://t.pia.jp.
  • Grand Sumo Higashi-Osaka Tournament Office: 06-6755-9394.
• General Sale: Until November 30, 2025, 17:00 JST (additional seats released October 16, 2025, 10:00).
• Same-Day Tickets: Limited at box office ~30 minutes before doors, if available; expect tiered pricing.
• Travel Support: For trains, contact JR West or Higashi-Osaka Tourism.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• Tamari S Seat (East/West): ¥18,000 (includes commemorative cushion).
• Stand Chair Seats (2nd Floor, West): ¥8,000.
• Yokozuna Set: ¥4,500 (special makunouchi bento, tea, sumo souvenirs (3 types); requires separate seat ticket).
• Bento Set: ¥2,000 (special makunouchi bento, tea; requires separate seat ticket).

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• Reserved Seats: ¥5,000–¥20,000, ~10–20 tickets post-sale, based on sumo tour trends; limited resale due to single day.

Notes

• All seats reserved; preschool children not permitted in Tamari S seats; children under 2 free on laps in other seats (fee if seated).
• 1st floor shoes prohibited—bring slippers; 2nd floor stand seats do not grant 1st floor access.
• Yokozuna/Bento sets require separate seat ticket; no refunds/cancellations for convenience; tickets non-reissuable if lost; content and wrestlers subject to change.
• Wheelchair seating: Contact the Tournament Office (06-6755-9394); wheelchair users restricted to designated seats.
• No high chairs/platforms in Tamari seats; parking lot unavailable—use public transport.
• Secure via Jasumo by November 30, 2025, for official ¥8,000 pricing to avoid resales, given the ~2,500-seat capacity and Kansai sumo popularity.

Sales Schedule

• General Sale: Until November 30, 2025, 17:00 JST (additional seats from October 16, 2025, 10:00).
• Same-Day: Limited if available.

Venue Details

• Higashi-Osaka Arena (Osaka Prefecture)
  • Location: 1-1-1 Hanaten, Higashi-Osaka-shi, Osaka 577-0011.
  • Capacity: ~2,500 seats.
  • Access: 10-min walk from Hanaten Station (JR Gakkentoshi Line); ~20-min train from Osaka Station.
  • Attractions: Tsuruhashi Korean Town (15-min train), Osaka Castle (20-min train), Ishikiritsumei Shrine (10-min drive).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date, time, and ticket type (e.g., Stand Chair Seat, 2 tickets).
• Benefits: Bilingual support for Ticket Pia or Tournament Office, assistance with Japanese ticketing systems, group bookings up to 4 tickets, wheelchair coordination.
• Note: Book by November 30, 2025, for official ¥8,000 pricing; resales may reach ¥20,000 due to the event’s regional popularity and limited seats.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Grand Sumo Higashi-Osaka Tournament Office: 06-6755-9394.
  • Event Details: https://higashiosaka.sumo-jungyo.jp/.
• Venue Inquiries: https://www.city.higashiosaka.lg.jp/sports/arena/.

Disclaimer

Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Higashi-Osaka through authorized platforms like Ticket Pia. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide international customers through the official booking process, addressing challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Japanese-only ticketing systems; Jasumo offers bilingual support.
• Local Platforms: Assistance with registration, payments, and souvenir sets.
• High Demand: Limited ~2,500-seat arena and Osaka’s sumo passion make tickets competitive; we manage deadlines to maximize chances. Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo by November 30, 2025, for official pricing to avoid inflated resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Higashi-Osaka Tourism.

Reviews

• Higashi-Osaka’s sumo roar was epic—Kansai spirit near Osaka Castle!
• Jasumo secured Tamari S seats; the arena’s energy was pure dohyo fire!
• A winter triumph in Osaka—sumo’s tradition with a bento bonus!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the program for Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Higashi-Osaka?

A: Full-day bouts from maezumo to makuuchi, with shokkiri and dohyo-iri, ~8 hours, subject to change.

Q2: Can international fans buy tickets without speaking Japanese?

A: Yes, Jasumo offers bilingual assistance for Ticket Pia. Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form by November 30, 2025.

Q3: Are children allowed, and what are the policies?

A: Preschool children not in Tamari S; under 2 free on laps in other seats (fee if seated).

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venue?

A: Wheelchair seating available; contact Tournament Office (06-6755-9394).

Q5: Why is this event special?

A: A Kansai winter jungyo with top rikishi in a ~2,500-seat arena, blending sumo tradition with Osaka’s vibrant energy near Tsuruhashi.

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