Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Odawara Ticket Information

• Event date:
  December 19, 2025 at 9:00 am
• Event end:
  December 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm

Overview

The Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Odawara is a highly anticipated branch location tour (jungyo) by the Japan Sumo Association, marking the return of professional sumo to Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, after a seven-year hiatus, with the last event in 2018. Held on December 19, 2025 (Fri), at Odawara Arena, the tournament begins at 09:00, featuring approximately 20–30 bouts from maezumo warm-ups to makuuchi showdowns, including ceremonial dohyo-iri, shokkiri demonstrations, and jinku chants.

As a non-ranking winter tour stop, it spotlights top rikishi such as yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Takakeisho, or rising star Onosato, blending tradition with fan interaction in a festive atmosphere. Organized by Zen-A, this event revives the region’s sumo passion, praised on X for its “Kanto comeback energy” and “close-up dohyo thrill.”

Tickets range from ¥4,000–¥5,000 (Stand B seats) to ¥16,500 (Tamari S seats with commemorative cushion), with general sales open until December 16, 2025, 23:59 JST. The ~2,000-seat arena, near Odawara Castle, ensures an immersive experience. Preschool children not permitted in Tamari S seats; children 2+ require tickets for certain areas. Secure via Ticket Pia due to high demand for this historic Kanagawa return.

Why Attend

• Sumo Spectacle: Experience the full arc of bouts, from novice grapples to elite clashes, with authentic rituals like salt-throwing and gyoji calls.
• Regional Revival: Odawara’s arena (~2,000 seats) provides intimate access to the action, distinct from Tokyo’s larger venues, with local Kanagawa spirit.
• Keepsake Cushions: Tamari S seats include commemorative cushions for a memorable souvenir.
• Value Variety: Stand B seats at ~¥4,000–¥5,000 offer affordable entry for a full day of thunderous tradition.
• Odawara Oasis: Near the castle and hot springs, ideal for a winter Kanto cultural excursion.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Kanagawa Prefecture: Odawara Arena
  • December 19, 2025 (Fri): 09:00 (doors ~08:00).

Program

• Full-day sumo tournament with maezumo, juryo, and makuuchi bouts, plus shokkiri exhibitions and dohyo-iri ceremonies.
• Expect intensifying drama with top-division rivalries and vibrant crowd participation.
• ~8 hours total, subject to change; continuous flow without intermission.

Performers

• Rikishi: Makuuchi stars (e.g., yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Hoshoryu) 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 19, 2025 (single-day event).

Venue Website

• Odawara Arena: https://www.city.odawara.kanagawa.jp/sports/odawara-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.
  • Zen-A: 03-3538-2300.
• General Sale: Until December 16, 2025, 23:59 JST.
• Same-Day Tickets: Limited at box office ~30 minutes before doors, if available; expect tiered pricing.
• Travel Support: For trains, contact JR East or Odawara Tourism.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• Tamari S Seat: ¥16,500 (includes commemorative cushion).
• Tamari A Seats: ¥14,500 (includes commemorative cushion).
• Stand A Seats: ¥9,000.
• Stand B Seats: ¥7,000.
• Sumo Souvenir Set: ¥5,500 (exchange voucher: special makunouchi bento, tea, sumo souvenirs (3 types); requires separate seat ticket).
• Sumo Bento: ¥3,000 (exchange voucher: special makunouchi bento and tea; requires separate seat ticket).

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• Reserved Seats: ¥5,000–¥18,000, ~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 2+ require tickets in Tamari A/Arena/Stand seats (under 2 on lap free, but fee if seated).
• 1st floor shoes prohibited—bring slippers; souvenir/lunch set requires separate seat ticket; exchange from 11:00–15:00.
• No refunds/cancellations for convenience; tickets non-reissuable if lost; content subject to change.
• Wheelchair visitors: Contact the facility directly.
• Parking tickets available via Zen-A website.
• Secure via Jasumo by December 16, 2025, for official pricing to avoid resales, given the ~2,000-seat capacity and 7-year hiatus hype.

Sales Schedule

• General Sale: Until December 16, 2025, 23:59 JST.
• Same-Day: Limited if available.

Venue Details

• Odawara Arena (Kanagawa Prefecture)
  • Location: 1-15-18 Nakazato, Odawara-shi, Kanagawa 250-0025.
  • Capacity: ~2,000 seats.
  • Access: 10-min walk from Odawara Station (JR Tokaido Main Line); ~1.5 hours from Tokyo Station.
  • Attractions: Odawara Castle (15-min bus, historic fortress), Hakone hot springs (30-min train), Enoshima Island (1-hour drive).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date, time, and ticket type (e.g., Tamari A Seat, 2 tickets).
• Benefits: Bilingual support for Ticket Pia or Zen-A, assistance with Japanese ticketing systems, group bookings up to 4 tickets, souvenir set guidance.
• Note: Book by December 16, 2025, for official pricing; resales may reach ¥18,000 due to the event’s regional return and sumo tradition.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Zen-A: 03-3538-2300.
• Venue Inquiries: https://www.city.odawara.kanagawa.jp/sports/odawara-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 Odawara 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 ~2,000-seat arena and 7-year hiatus make tickets competitive; we manage deadlines to maximize chances. Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo by December 16, 2025, for official pricing to avoid inflated resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Odawara Tourism.

Reviews

• Odawara’s sumo return was epic—yokozuna clashes near the castle!
• Jasumo secured Stand A seats; the arena’s energy was pure Kanagawa fire!
• A Hakone-adjacent triumph—sumo’s tradition on winter ice!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the program for Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Odawara?

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 December 16, 2025.

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

A: Preschool children not in Tamari S; children 2+ require tickets in certain seats (under 2 on lap free, but fee if seated).

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venue?

A: Contact the facility for wheelchair seating.

Q5: Why is this event special?

A: Odawara’s sumo return after 7 years with top rikishi in a ~2,000-seat arena, near Odawara Castle and Hakone hot springs.

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