Tokyo Ginza Sumo Experience: Performance vs Pure Practice
4.7 · 157 Reviews
Overview
Two Ways Into Japan's Most Powerful Tradition In Ginza, Tokyo, experience sumo through two unique options led by retired professional wrestlers. Plan A: Sumo Entertainment Show Sit near the dohyo as former top-ranked athletes perform explosive bouts and centuries-old rituals. Interactive segments let you throw purifying salt and try ceremonial gestures. The highlight is “Challenge Sumo”, a lottery-based chance to step into the ring and face a real wrestler. Bottomless chanko-nabe and drinks included. Entertainment show — not an official competition. Plan B: Asa-Geiko — Authentic Sumo Training A 60-minute hands-on workshop guided by a former pro. Learn shiko, suri-ashi, and butsukari-geiko at your pace. After training, wear the kesho-mawashi for a memorable photo. Note (Plan B): Not for children under 5, pregnant guests, or those with serious health conditions. One package per booking; children must have a guardian. Experience sumo as it was meant to be felt — only here.
What's Included
Take-home souvenir: signed handprint board (shikishi)
Instructor: a former Makuuchi (top-division) sumo wrestler
English / Japanese commentary
1-hour sumo workshop
Commemorative photo session in a kesho-mawashi (ceremonial sumo belt)
Asa-geiko Sumo Training — Highlights
Try traditional sumo rituals, including shiko (leg stomping) and salt throwing
Photography and video recording allowed
All-you-can-eat Chanko-nabe (traditional sumo hot pot)
【B plan】↓
Chance to face off against a sumo wrestler (lottery-based selection)
Guests may take photos and videos
All you can eat Chanko-nabe (traditional sumo hot pot)
【A plan】↓
Live sumo entertainment show
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
4.7
based on 157 reviews