the SUMO show
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Tokyo, Japan
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Dive into the fascinating world of sumo wrestling with this interactive experience led by retired sumo wrestlers. Learn about sumo history, techniques, and daily life, watch live sparring matches, and even step into the ring yourself for a friendly skirmish. Complete your experience with a delicious meal of Tonkatsu and Chanko Nabe, prepared by the wrestlers, with vegetarian and dietary accommodations available upon request.
- Try out sumo for yourself and challenge retired wrestlers
- Learn the history, rules, and training rituals of sumo wrestlers as you observe sparring demonstration
- Eat like a sumo: Enjoy a delicious meal of tonkatsu and chanko soup
- Snap photos of yourself in a traditional sumo costume
What's Included
- Meet and learn from retired sumo wrestlers
- Tonkatsu and Chanko Soup for Lunch
- Gratuities
- Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Yokozuna Tonkatsu/ Sumo lunch3-chōme-1-11 Tatekawa, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0023, Japan
Restaurant name: Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.1:00 pm
What To Expect
After booking, your host provides details of the Tokyo tour location. Make your own way there, meet your host, small group of fellow travelers, and the retired sumo wrestlers who show you the ropes.
Your experience begins with a demonstration of a few sumo moves and techniques and an introduction to the history of sumo and its convoluted rules. If you’re feeling brave, put your newfound knowledge to the test by challenging a wrestler to a bout.
Enjoy a traditional meal and refuel by eating like a sumo wrestler, all while learning more about what it takes to excel at the sport.
There is time for photos with the sumo wrestlers before saying goodbye.
Your experience begins with a demonstration of a few sumo moves and techniques and an introduction to the history of sumo and its convoluted rules. If you’re feeling brave, put your newfound knowledge to the test by challenging a wrestler to a bout.
Enjoy a traditional meal and refuel by eating like a sumo wrestler, all while learning more about what it takes to excel at the sport.
There is time for photos with the sumo wrestlers before saying goodbye.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Seat map can be found in brochure images. When booking an A, B, or C class seat, you may be asked to share a table with another group. This is to ensure the maximum number of guests can enjoy the experience. Additionally, there are times when it is not possible to seat everyone at the same table.
- Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. Please note that we will not be able to respond to requests received less than 5 days before the event date
- You must follow our staff's instructions. Please act with good judgement and consideration, both for yourself and others. If you cause any trouble, you may be asked to leave the hall. (No refunds)
- Sumo demo plans including meal are 1.5 hours.
- Infant meals not included
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Crystal_J
The Sumo Show was one if the highlights of our trip to Japan. The food was delicious and the wrestlers and staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and put on an amazing show. I highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
Reviews
4.9
based on 2,187 reviews
Crystal_J, Apr 2026
The Sumo Show was one if the highlights of our trip to Japan. The food was delicious and the wrestlers and staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and put on an amazing show. I highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
KRISTEN_T, Apr 2026
This was a great time, fantastic show, and a very yummy meal! We had so much fun and would definitely go again! Don’t miss it!
Sacha_K, Apr 2026
We had lunch first and then 2 sumotori played with each other meanwhile a woman was giving some info.
People from the audience could participate and try to push those big guys.
ELIZA_H, Apr 2026
It was a really fun experience. Food was good. Good information given about auno wrestling. The Sumo guys and the woman introduction them were all very entertaining!
Benjamin_B, Apr 2026
This activity definitely punched above its weight! Initially, we looked into attending a live Sumo match, but unfortunately none of the tournaments were happening while we were in town so booked this as a best alternative after reading the reviews - REALLY glad we did! For those of us who are not really knowledgeable about Sumo, this was a perfect introduction to the sport and its history. We enjoyed hearing directly from the wrestlers about their experiences in and out of the ring, the food they prepared was delicious, and the opportunity to "wrestle" them in the ring was a memory we (and our teenage nephews) never forget!
Larry_M, Apr 2026
A little bit of history, a whole lot of humour, we had so much fun at this event. The lunch was good, and the performance was excellent.
Koray_Y, Mar 2026
As first timers in Japan, we went to this tour knowing it was for tourists and it would be slightly cheesy. It exceeded our expectations. The meal was tasty but mediocre, exactly as expected. The show itself was a lot of fun. We learned a lot about Sumo wrestling. We were also smart enough not to challenge the 500 pound guys at the end, though it looked a lot of fun to try.
Chad_W, Mar 2026
Fun experience. The wrestlers were very entertaining and we enjoyed the show. The food was terrible unless you like bland greasy pork filets.
Lisa_S, Mar 2026
Such a fun and positive experience! We enjoyed the history, the food, and the demonstration. We had time at the end to ask questions and take photos. The staff was very kind, quick to offer to take our photo, spoke English well and were easy to understand. The retired Sumo wrestlers seem to enjoy this work and had a bit of fun, making jokes, along the way. Totally family friendly! Also, very supportive of the kids (and adults) as they try their hand at battling the wrestlers. Definitely recommend.
eric_h, Mar 2026
These were real sumo wrestlers (daughter in law had seen one of them in a wrestling match in San Diego)
The explanation in English of traditions customs and moves was great.
Lunch was fine dining and filling
Sandi_E, Mar 2026
Loved the show. Provided a lot of information on
Sumo rules, training, career path…
Audience participation part was a blast!
Nicholla_R, Mar 2026
The experience was very family friendly and fun! The interaction with the sumo wrestlers was unique and interesting.
The food was okay, we didn’t really eat that much hit other people did, but the experience is really what it is about! Definitely worth doing!
Anna, Mar 2026
Highly recommend this experience! The staff was really nice and knowledgeable. The food was amazing!
Lara_O, Mar 2026
Omg what an experience. Food was amazing. The show was funny and very entertaining. Highly recommend.
Keith_F, Mar 2026
This was so much fun! We learned a lot about sumo and enjoyed watching the one serious match up close.
Nuria_G, Feb 2026
Learned more about Sumo wrestling and some of the techniques used in the dohyo. Everyone was super nice and the meal was good.
Travis_T, Feb 2026
This made for a fun afternoon. The food and entertainment was great period the sumo wrestlers made the experience awesome. A great way to spend a couple of hours.
BADER_A, Feb 2026
Very entertaining we were a group of 5 guys
Enjoy our time very much
Would definitely recommended to friends
Cody_T, Feb 2026
An absolutely incredible experience. Everyone was so wonderful and accomodating. Laughable and fun interactive time. Would do this again.
Kellen_M, Feb 2026
It was a really fun thing to do in Tokyo! The food was fantastic and actually cooked by some of the sumo wrestlers. They explained some of the history of sumo and the rules before they actually demonstrated the sumo, and in the background they were playing clips from an actual sumo tournament. The wrestlers (and all the staff) were super nice and we were allowed to challenge them at the end if we wanted to. Overall very fun activity!
Tyler_C, Jan 2026
Our family very much enjoyed the sumo show experience with Jambo and Diko. We found the balance of audience interaction with not being too pushy to get involved perfect. Highly recommend this activity as the meal provided including chanko soup and tonkatsu delicious as well!
Rob_M, Jan 2026
Great family activity with ex professional sumo wrestlers, katsu chicken lunch was great, highly recomend.
Linh_L, Jan 2026
Good customer service, the food is good, and the interaction was fun! They took the time with each table and take pictures
Michael_C, Jan 2026
Super fun, they put on a great show. Fun for whole family. Also participated in wrestling with the sumos
Kerry_F, Jan 2026
A light hearted way to gain information about Japanese culture and sport. Very funny and very well run. The food was amazing too.
Anthony_P, Jan 2026
This actually ended up being super fun. The food was surprisingly really really good, and the sumo performances were really well done. They explained the history of sumo and all the rules, they showed us exercises and techniques before having matches. Then they actually let us try sumo against the actual wrestlers. This is a must-do if you’re in the area and I loved that it was a lunch time activity in the middle of the day. Great experience.
Stephanie_G, Jan 2026
It was our second time here and it was so much fun. We came for the tonkatsu lunch and show. Learned so much and was very entertained. Everyone gets to wrestle if you’d like and that’s the best part !
harvey_g, Jan 2026
Really enjoyable evening. Excellent food Everything was explained well. Wrestlers were very friendly. Thoroughly recommend.
Kim_B, Jan 2026
This experience was entertaining and a great family atmosphere. The food that was provided was very tasty. The staff members were very friendly.
KEVIN_B, Dec 2025
This was such a fun and engaging experience. While they could have served a little more food at dinner time (we all left hungry), the staff and the sumo wrestlers were very engaging and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour.
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