Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Shimonoseki Ticket Information

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

Overview

The Reiwa 7 Winter Tour Grand Sumo Tournament Shimonoseki is a thrilling branch location tour (jungyo) sanctioned by the Japan Sumo Association, bringing the majestic world of professional sumo wrestling to Yamaguchi Prefecture for a single-day extravaganza of power, tradition, and spectacle. Held on December 9, 2025 (Tue), at J:COM Arena Shimonoseki, the tournament begins at 09:00, featuring approximately 20–30 bouts from lower divisions like maezumo to the pinnacle of makuuchi clashes, interspersed with ceremonial rituals such as dohyo-iri processions, shokkiri technique demonstrations, and jinku chants.

As a non-ranking winter tour stop, it highlights top rikishi including yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Takakeisho, or emerging talents like Onosato, creating an intimate, fervent atmosphere that celebrates sumo’s cultural heritage. Organized by the Shimonoseki Grand Sumo Tournament Executive Committee, this event revives the region’s sumo passion, praised on X for its “electric Shimonoseki spirit” and “up-close dohyo drama.”

Tickets range from ¥3,000 (2nd floor unreserved) to ¥17,500 (Tamari S seats with commemorative cushion), with general sales open until December 8, 2025, 23:59 JST. The ~3,000-seat arena, a modern venue near the Kanmon Straits, ensures an immersive experience. Preschool children not permitted; all 1st floor attendees require seats, and shoes are prohibited (slippers required). Secure through Ticket Pia due to high demand for this Yamaguchi-exclusive basho.

Why Attend

• Dohyo Drama: Witness the full spectrum of sumo, from novice grapples to yokozuna exhibitions, complete with traditional ceremonies.
• Regional Resonance: Shimonoseki’s ~3,000-seat arena provides closer access to the action than grand tournaments, infused with local Yamaguchi energy.
• Keepsake Cushions: Tamari S and other premium seats include commemorative cushions for a tangible memento.
• Value Variety: ¥3,000 2nd floor unreserved seats offer affordable entry to a full day of thunderous clashes.
• Shimonoseki Splendor: Near the Kanmon Tunnel and fugu cuisine hotspots, ideal for a Kyushu-Honshu cultural sports journey.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Yamaguchi Prefecture: J:COM Arena Shimonoseki
  • December 9, 2025 (Tue): 09:00 (doors ~08:00).

Program

• Comprehensive sumo tournament encompassing maezumo preliminaries, juryo intermediates, and makuuchi headliners, plus shokkiri demos and dohyo-iri.
• Expect intensifying action with top-division rivalries and vibrant crowd participation.
• ~8 hours total, subject to change; continuous flow without intermission.

Performers

• Rikishi: Makuuchi elites (e.g., yokozuna Terunofuji, ozeki Kotozakura) and supporting 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 9, 2025 (single-day event).

Venue Website

• J:COM Arena Shimonoseki: https://www.jcom-arena-shimonoseki.jp/ (official site for details).

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for ticket assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Official Ticket Platforms:
  • Ticket Pia: https://t.pia.jp.
  • Shimonoseki Grand Sumo Tournament Executive Committee: 0120-158-200 (10:00–15:00 / Weekdays).
• General Sale: Until December 8, 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 West or Shimonoseki Tourism.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• Tamari Seat S: ¥17,500 (includes commemorative cushion).
• Tamari Seat: ¥15,000 (includes commemorative cushion).
• Two-Person Box Seat: ¥12,500 per person (sold in units of two; includes commemorative cushion).
• 1st Floor Tiered Seats: ¥12,000.
• 1st Floor Seats: ¥11,000.
• 2nd Floor S Seats: ¥7,500.
• 2nd Floor A Seats: ¥5,000.
• 2nd Floor Unreserved Seating: ¥3,000.
• Food and Drink Souvenir Set Exchange Ticket: ¥4,500 (lunch, tea, and sumo souvenirs; requires separate seat ticket).

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• Reserved Seats: ¥4,000–¥20,000, ~10–20 tickets post-sale, based on sumo tour trends; limited resale due to single day.

Notes

• All seats reserved except 2nd floor unreserved; tickets required for children aged 3+; children under 3 who need a seat also require a ticket.
• 1st floor shoes prohibited—bring slippers; 2nd floor tickets do not grant 1st floor access; food/drink souvenir set requires separate seat ticket.
• No refunds/cancellations for convenience; tickets non-reissuable if lost; content subject to change.
• Secure via Jasumo by December 8, 2025, for official ¥3,000 pricing to avoid resales, given the ~3,000-seat capacity and winter tour popularity.

Sales Schedule

• General Sale: Until December 8, 2025, 23:59 JST.
• Same-Day: Limited if available.

Venue Details

• J:COM Arena Shimonoseki (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
  • Location: 1-1-1 Chofu, Shimonoseki-shi, Yamaguchi 759-0213.
  • Capacity: ~3,000 seats.
  • Access: 10-min walk from Shimonoseki Station (JR Sanyo Main Line); ~1 hour from Hakata (Fukuoka) by Shinkansen.
  • Attractions: Kanmon Straits (15-min drive, undersea tunnel to Kyushu), Shimonoseki Aquarium (10-min drive), Kaikyokan (5-min drive).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date, time, and ticket type (e.g., 1st Floor Seat, 2 tickets).
• Benefits: Bilingual support for Ticket Pia or Shimonoseki Executive Committee, assistance with Japanese ticketing systems, group bookings up to 4 tickets.
• Note: Book by December 8, 2025, for official ¥3,000 pricing; resales may reach ¥20,000 due to the event’s regional exclusivity and sumo tradition.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Shimonoseki Grand Sumo Tournament Executive Committee: 0120-158-200 (10:00–15:00 / Weekdays).
• Venue Inquiries: https://www.jcom-arena-shimonoseki.jp/.

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 Shimonoseki 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 ~3,000-seat arena and sumo’s winter appeal make tickets competitive; we manage deadlines to maximize chances. Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo by December 8, 2025, for official pricing to avoid inflated resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Shimonoseki Tourism.

Reviews

• Shimonoseki’s winter basho thundered across the straits—yokozuna power on full display!
• Jasumo nabbed Tamari S seats; the arena’s energy matched Kyushu’s spirit!
• A Yamaguchi masterpiece near Kanmon Tunnel—sumo’s salt and sweat, unforgettable!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

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 8, 2025.

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

A: Tickets required for children aged 3+; under 3 on lap but fee if seated.

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venue?

A: Contact Shimonoseki Executive Committee (0120-158-200) for wheelchair seating.

Q5: Why is this event special?

A: A Yamaguchi winter jungyo with top rikishi in a ~3,000-seat arena, blending sumo tradition with Shimonoseki’s straits-side charm near Kaikyokan Aquarium.

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