Spring Tour of the Reiwa 8 Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokorozawa Ticket Information

• April 18, 2026 at 8:00 am
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• April 18, 2026 at 4:00 pm
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Overview

Spring Tour of the Reiwa 8 Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokorozawa at Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium is a dynamic, tradition-laden provincial exhibition by the Japan Sumo Association, showcasing the thunderous rituals and fierce clashes of professional sumo in a regional jungyo format that brings top-ranked rikishi closer to fans outside the grand honbasho arenas.

This one-day branch event on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium in Saitama Prefecture delivers a full ~6–8 hour spectacle starting at 09:00 (doors ~08:00), escalating from maezumo warm-ups and lower-division bouts to high-stakes makuuchi clashes, complete with dohyo-iri ceremonies, salt tosses, and yokozuna thrills amid fervent cheers.

With prime seating including commemorative cushions for select Tamari categories, it’s a fan-favorite for its accessible intensity and local flavor, drawing praise on X for “up-close rikishi roars” and “Saitama’s sumo soul.” Organized as part of the spring location tour circuit, it promises rising stars like Onosato and ozeki Hoshoryu against yokozuna Terunofuji, blending Shinto heritage with Saitama spirit.

Tickets range ¥4,000–¥16,500 (tax incl.) via general sale on Pia, available now until April 16, 2026, 23:59 JST; wheelchair via direct contact post-October 20, 2025. The ~3,000-seat gymnasium, near Tokorozawa Station and aviation museum, offers electric acoustics and cultural immersion. Secure via Pia or the Grand Sumo Tour Office—this Tokorozawa thunderclap is geared for swift sellouts.

Why Attend

• Rikishi Majesty Up Close: Thunderous tachiai charges, gyoji calls, and salt rituals with top-division stars—far more accessible than Ryogoku’s Kokugikan frenzy.
• Provincial Punch: Tokorozawa’s jungyo edition mixes national pomp with local warmth, including wrestler interactions, hair demos, and sumo jinku songs.
• Full-Day Ritual: ~6–8 hours of building bouts from amateurs to elites, with optional lunch boxes for mid-match chanko—ideal for novices or veterans.
• Value Vault: ¥4,000 2nd floor B seats for budget entry; ¥16,500 Tamari A with cushions offers luxury at regional rates, unbeatable for Kanto access.
• Tokorozawa Tempo: Gym’s parkside locale ties to aviation museum hikes, Lions baseball vibes, and Saitama ramen—perfect for pre-bout unagi or post-event sake.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Saitama: Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium
  • April 18, 2026 (Sat): Doors ~08:00 | Start 09:00 (~6–8 hours to ~15:00–16:00)

Program

• Provincial sumo exhibition tour featuring maezumo, jonokuchi/juryo, and makuuchi divisions.
• A full-day ~6–8 hour spectacle including:
  • Warm-up and lower-division bouts building to top-rank makuuchi clashes
  • Ceremonial highlights like dohyo-iri and yokozuna performances
  • Optional add-ons such as souvenirs and lunch boxes (separate purchase required)
• Subject to change; no intermission—continuous sumo immersion.

Performers

• Rikishi Lineup: Top-division maegashira, komusubi, sekiwake, ozeki, and yokozuna (per spring 2026 banzuke; e.g., Terunofuji, Onosato, Hoshoryu).
• Officials: Japan Sumo Association gyoji, tate-gyoji, and yobidashi for authentic rituals.

Duration

Approximately 6–8 hours, aligned with standard jungyo tour formats including breaks between matches.

Performance Period

April 18, 2026 (single performance at Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium).

Venue Website

• Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium: https://www.city.tokorozawa.saitama.jp/kurashi/sports/1002014/1002016.html

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for ticket assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Official Ticket Platforms:
  • Pia (t.pia.jp) — General sale for seats and add-ons.
• General Sale: Now – April 16, 2026, 23:59 JST.
• Souvenirs/Lunch Box Tickets: Separate purchase; available during seat sales.
• Wheelchair Seats: Contact Grand Sumo Tour Ticket Office (0570-05-3366) after October 20, 2025.
• Travel Support: JR East, Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Tokorozawa Station (~10-min walk).

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• Tamari A Seats (West): ¥16,500 (includes Tokorozawa commemorative cushion).
• Pair Mass Seats (Front Facing): ¥15,000 (1 person; tour cushion included; limited).
• Arena Seat S (Front): ¥13,000 (rows 1–8 pipe chairs; rows 9+ benches, no backrests).
• Arena Seat S (Front Facing): ¥13,000 (rows 1–8 pipe chairs; rows 9+ benches, no backrests).
• 2nd Floor Seat A: ¥7,000 (limited).
• 2nd Floor Seat B: ¥4,000.

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• Premium Tamari: ¥17,000–¥20,000; Arena/2nd Floor: ¥5,000–¥14,000; ~10–20 tickets post-sale, per sumo tour demand; scarce for sold-out pairs.

Notes

• Mixed seating (1st floor arena/Tamari; 2nd floor balcony); all attendees (incl. infants) need 1st floor seats; preschoolers barred from Tamari S.
• Children under 4 may lap-sit on 2nd floor only (ticket if seat required); 2nd floor tickets exclude 1st floor access.
• Souvenirs/lunch boxes separate; no entry without seat ticket. Shoes prohibited on 1st floor—bring slippers. Wheelchair via office contact.
• No refunds for changes; full cancellation only (no exchanges); recording restricted; lineup per banzuke.
• Purchase via Jasumo now for ¥4,000–¥16,500 rates—~3,000 capacity with yokozuna draw risks quick depletion.

Sales Schedule

• General Sale (Seats & Add-Ons): Now – April 16, 2026, 23:59 JST.
• Wheelchair Reservations: Post-October 20, 2025, via 0570-05-3366.
• Event Entry: Seat-based; add-ons at purchase.

Venue Details

• Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium (Saitama)
  • Location: 1-16-1 Nishikokubu, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama 359-1145.
  • Capacity: ~3,000 seats (gymnasium within civic complex).
  • Access: 10-min walk from Tokorozawa Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line); 20-min from Ikebukuro.
  • Attractions: Tokorozawa Aviation Museum (15-min walk), Seibu Lions Ballpark (10-min drive), Sayama Lake (20-min train).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify seat type (e.g., Tamari A West, 2 tickets), add-ons (e.g., lunch box).
• Benefits: Bilingual Pia navigation, Japanese platform registration and e-ticket delivery, group bookings up to 6 tickets, wheelchair coordination post-October 20, 2025.
• Note: Buy now for official pricing; limited categories (e.g., 2nd Floor A) already scarce—add souvenirs for full immersion.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Grand Sumo Tour Ticket Office: 0570-05-3366 (10:00–17:00 JST).
• Venue Inquiries: https://www.city.tokorozawa.saitama.jp/kurashi/sports/1002014/1002016.html.

Disclaimer

Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like Spring Tour of the Reiwa 8 Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokorozawa at Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium through authorized platforms like 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 e-ticket delivery.
• High Demand: ~3,000-seat venue and yokozuna appeal create quick sellouts; we handle deadlines for optimal access. Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo now for official ¥4,000–¥16,500 pricing to avoid resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Saitama Tourism.

Reviews

• Tokorozawa’s dohyo thundered—Terunofuji’s power, Onosato’s rise: sumo splendor!
• Jasumo grabbed Tamari A; cushion keepsake + chanko lunch = Saitama sumo bliss!
• 2nd floor B bargain roared—full-day ritual, gyoji chants, aviation park views!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the program for the Spring Tour Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokorozawa?

A: Full jungyo exhibition (~6–8 hours) with lower to top-division bouts, dohyo-iri, and rituals; subject to change.

Q2: Can international fans buy tickets without speaking Japanese?

A: Yes, Jasumo provides bilingual Pia support. Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form now.

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

A: Infants need 1st floor seats; preschoolers barred from Tamari S; under-4 lap-sit on 2nd floor only (ticket if seat needed).

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venue?

A: Wheelchair seats via Grand Sumo Tour Office (0570-05-3366) post-October 20, 2025.

Q5: Why is this event special?

A: Reiwa 8 spring jungyo brings yokozuna and ozeki to ~3,000-seat Tokorozawa Civic Gymnasium for up-close sumo rituals and Saitama spirit.

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