1.5 hour private experience
Location: Adachi Ward, Tokyo
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
Meet the Masters
What you’ll do
Led by a retired sumo wrestler, get a glimpse into all things related to the tradition of sumo wrestling. See demonstrations of bouts and hear about various explanations about sumo culture, as well as have an opportunity for in-depth Q&A.
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (13:00 - 14:30)
Session 2 (14:30 - 16:00)
Session 3 (16:00 - 17:30)
Who can attend
Children must be 7+
What else you should know
You will be seated on the floor on a cushion.
Eating and drinking (including chewing gum) is not allowed.
Access
35 minutes by car from Tokyo Station
Balancing Power
Sumo began as a ritual performed for the gods to pray for a bountiful harvest within the grounds of a shrine. During the Warring era of constant conflict and warfare, sumo was also utilized as a means to train strong men. When the Edo era brought about a time of peace, sumo moved towards a form of entertainment, with teams of professional sumo wrestlers forming, turning towards more of what we know as sumo today. However, the ritualistic elements remain in sumo, from the building of the platform on which the bouts take place, to the suspended Shinto shrine-like roof hanging from the ceiling, and finally, to the movements and actions done by the rikishi (wrestlers) themselves before, during, and after the bouts. Witness the world of sumo led by a retired sumo rikishi and learn more about all things sumo, including how a bout is decided and what the life of a sumo rikishi is like, as well as see demonstrations of different sumo techniques.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 3 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
