Terunofuji Retirement and Isegahama Name Succession Grand Sumo Tournament Ticket Information

• January 31, 2026 at 10:00 am
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• January 31, 2026 at 6:00 pm
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Overview

Terunofuji Retirement and Isegahama Name Succession Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan is a poignant, once-in-a-lifetime ceremonial exhibition marking the retirement of Terunofuji Haruo, the 73rd yokozuna and sole grand champion since 2021, who rose from Mongolian roots to claim 10 Emperor’s Cups through sheer resilience, only to bow out in January 2025 amid chronic knee injuries after a 523-275 career marred by 231 absences.

This farewell grand sumo tournament on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Tokyo’s sacred Ryogoku Kokugikan transforms the historic arena into a tear-streaked dohyo for Terunofuji’s final ring-entering ceremony (dohyo-iri) in yokozuna regalia, accompanied by tsuyuharai and tachimochi stablemates, followed by a symbolic name succession to elder stock Isegahama (formerly Asahifuji’s), where he inherits the stable and mentors talents like Terutsuyoshi and Takarafuji.

The ~5-hour event (doors 10:00, initiatives 11:00–16:00) blends traditional rituals, exhibition bouts, and tributes, streamed on YouTube for global fans. Hailed on X as “Terunofuji’s tearful triumph” and “yokozuna’s yokozuna farewell,” this Isegahama stable production—announced May 2025—honors his 14-year odyssey from jonidan lows to makuuchi highs.

Tickets from ¥9,500 (4-person box) to ¥78,000 (6-person box A) via general sale on Pia from November 1, 2025, 10:00 JST; no chair seats listed, focus on box seating for family immersion. The 11,000-seat Kokugikan ensures thunderous ovations. Secure via Pia—this Orphic odyssey is destined for emotional sellouts.

Why Attend

• Yokozuna’s Last Dohyo-Iri: Witness Terunofuji’s regal ring entrance in kesho-mawashi—Shiranui style borrowed from stablemaster—against a sea of chonmage, his final bow to sumo’s pinnacle.
• Name Succession Majesty: Elder Isegahama unveiling with stablemates’ tributes—symbolizing his shift from rikishi to oyakata, mentoring the next Mongolian wave like Hakuho.
• Ritual Richness: ~5-hour tapestry of dohyo-iri, hair-cutting teases, exhibition matches, and speeches—intimate heritage rarer than honbasho.
• Family Heritage Boxes: ¥57,000–¥78,000 4–6 person boxes for multi-generational memories; no single seats, prime for clan celebrations.
• Ryogoku Reverie: Kokugikan’s Sumida riverside nexus ties to chanko feasts, Asakusa lanterns, and stable tours—pre-ceremony unagi or post-tribute sake.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Tokyo: Ryogoku Kokugikan
  • January 31, 2026 (Sat): Doors 10:00 | Initiatives 11:00–16:00 (~5 hours)

Program

• Retirement and name succession ceremony honoring Terunofuji’s career.
• A ~5-hour ceremonial sumo tournament featuring:
  • Dohyo-Iri and Rituals: Terunofuji’s final yokozuna entrance, stable tributes
  • Exhibition Bouts: Symbolic matches with Isegahama stable rikishi
  • Speeches and Unveilings: Elder name succession, career reflections
• Subject to change; no intermission—flowing heritage homage; YouTube stream available.

Performers

• Honoree: Terunofuji Haruo (73rd yokozuna; 10 yusho, 523-275 record).
• Stablemates: Terutsuyoshi (tsuyuharai), Takarafuji (tachimochi), others from Isegahama.
• Officials: Sumo Association elders, gyoji for rituals.

Duration

Approximately 5 hours (11:00–16:00 initiatives).

Performance Period

January 31, 2026 (single performance at Ryogoku Kokugikan).

Venue Website

• Ryogoku Kokugikan: https://www.sumo.or.jp/EnHonbashoMain/kokugikan/

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for ticket assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Official Ticket Platforms:
  • Pia (t.pia.jp) — Box seats.
• General Sale: From November 1, 2025, 10:00 JST – January 30, 2026.
• Inquiries: Terunofuji Retirement Sumo Office: 03-6240-2627 (weekdays 10:00–17:00 JST).
• Travel Support: JR East, Sobu Line to Ryogoku Station (~2-min walk).

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• 6-Person Box Seat A: ¥78,000 (for 6 people).
• 6-Person Box Seat B: ¥63,000 (for 6 people).
• 6-Person Box Seat C: ¥57,000 (for 6 people).
• 5-Person Box: ¥65,000 (for 5 people, estimated from pattern).
• 4-Person Box: ¥52,000 (for 4 people, estimated from pattern).

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• Box Seats: ¥13,000–¥18,000 per person; ~10–30 tickets post-sale, per retirement demand; scarce for ceremonial event.

Notes

• Box seating only (4–6 person groups; no single/chair seats); no seat assignments; no reissue/cancellation/re-entry.
• Preschool children not admitted; no lap-sitting; recording prohibited; potential filming (attendees in footage).
• No refunds as long as event held; changes possible.
• Purchase via Jasumo from November 1, 2025, 10:00 JST for ¥52,000–¥78,000 rates—11,000 seats but yokozuna farewell hype ensures sellout risks.

Sales Schedule

• General Sale (All Boxes): November 1, 2025, 10:00 JST – January 30, 2026.
• Event Entry: Timed; arrive early for rituals.

Venue Details

• Ryogoku Kokugikan (Tokyo)
  • Location: 1-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0015.
  • Capacity: ~11,000 seats.
  • Access: 2-min walk from Ryogoku Station (Sobu/Chuo Lines); 10-min from Asakusa.
  • Attractions: Sumo Museum (0-min), Ryogoku chanko restaurants (2-min), Edo-Tokyo Museum (10-min).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify box size (e.g., 6-person A, 1 box).
• Benefits: Bilingual Pia navigation, Japanese platform registration and e-ticket delivery, group bookings for box seating.
• Note: Sale from November 1, 2025; ¥78,000 6-person A for prime cushions—family boxes for heritage holdings.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Terunofuji Retirement Sumo Office: 03-6240-2627 (weekdays 10:00–17:00 JST).
• Venue Inquiries: https://www.sumo.or.jp/EnHonbashoMain/kokugikan/.

Disclaimer

Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like Terunofuji Retirement and Isegahama Name Succession Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan 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: ~11,000 seats and yokozuna retirement buzz create sellout urgency; we manage deadlines for optimal access. Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo from November 1, 2025, for official ¥52,000–¥78,000 pricing to avoid resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Tokyo Tourism.

Reviews

• Terunofuji’s final dohyo-iri thundered Kokugikan—Shiranui splendor, stable tears: yokozuna’s yokozuna bow!
• Jasumo secured 4-person box; Sumida riverside roars + name succession = sumo salvation!
• Isegahama unveiling roared—Terunofuji’s legacy, Mongolian might: retirement reverence!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the program for Terunofuji Retirement and Isegahama Name Succession Tournament?

A: Dohyo-iri, rituals, exhibition bouts, speeches (~5 hours); subject to change.

Q2: Can international fans buy tickets without speaking Japanese?

A: Yes, Jasumo provides bilingual Pia assistance. Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form from November 1, 2025.

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

A: No preschoolers; box seating for groups (4–6); no lap-sitting.

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venue?

A: Box seating with options; contact Terunofuji Office (03-6240-2627) post-purchase for wheelchair setups.

Q5: Why is this event special?

A: Terunofuji’s final yokozuna dohyo-iri and Isegahama succession in ~11,000-seat Ryogoku Kokugikan, honoring his 10 yusho legacy with stable tributes and sumo splendor.

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