Step into the heart of Japan’s most iconic sport—sumo wrestling—with an immersive walking tour through Ryogoku, Tokyo’s historic sumo district. Led by a local expert, this tour includes cultural insights, exclusive sightseeing, and ends with a spectacular live sumo tournament viewed from premium S-ranked seats in Ryogoku Kokugikan Hall.

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Highlights

Exclusive S-ranked 2nd-floor seats (Rows 1–3) at the Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament
Walking tour of Ryogoku, the sacred birthplace of sumo
Learn sumo history, rules, rituals, and traditions before the matches
Visit culturally significant spots such as Ekō-in Temple and local specialty shops
Expert local guide with engaging stories, history, and sumo etiquette tips

Full Description

Sumo is more than a sport—it’s a sacred ritual, a cultural tradition, and one of Japan’s most fascinating spectacles. This experience begins with a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through Ryogoku, the heartland of sumo since the Edo Period (over 400 years ago).

Your guide, a passionate local expert, will lead you through sites rich with history:

Ryōgoku Edo NOREN — a vibrant food and culture hub
Ekō-in Temple — spiritual site with deep ties to sumo
Sumo specialty stores and a traditional Japanese sweets shop

As you explore, you’ll learn how sumo evolved from a Shinto ritual into Japan’s national sport, the ranking systems of rikishi (wrestlers), and the customs that make each match a spiritual and athletic performance.

Then, the highlight of the tour—a reserved S-ranked ticket (2nd floor, Rows 1–3) at the Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena. These exclusive seats offer incredible views, typically difficult to secure without insider access.

Watch the action-packed tournament with a newfound appreciation as higher-ranked wrestlers compete in dramatic bouts. If timing aligns, you may even witness the rikishi arriving at the arena in traditional dress—an unforgettable sight.

Itinerary

Start: JR Ryogoku Station – West Exit
Ryōgoku Edo NOREN (20 min)
Ryogoku historical area (15 min)
Ekō-in Temple (20 min)
Walk to Ryogoku Kokugikan (20 min)
Sumo Tournament Viewing (on your own time after tour ends)

End Point: Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena

Pricing

From ¥31,000 per person

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Includes

Reserved Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament Ticket (2nd Floor, S-rank seat)
1.5-hour guided walking tour in Ryogoku
Cultural and historical commentary by a local English-speaking guide
Group tour photos

Meeting Point

JR Ryogoku Station – West Exit
Please be mindful: there is another Ryogoku Station on the Oedo Line, which is a 6-minute walk away. Be sure to meet at the correct West Exit of JR Ryogoku Station. Your guide will not be able to find you at the wrong location.

Address:
1 Chome-3-20 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan

Reviews

“An unforgettable experience. Our guide Masao was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable about Sumo history, culture and rules. I enjoyed every minute.”

“The tour was great. Masao was full of explanations and anecdotes on Sumo and its history. A joy to be on this tour.”

“One of the best experiences in Tokyo. Magical Trip put together a perfect package. Masao explained both the history and the matches so well. The reserved seats were spectacular.”

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