Step into the world of sumo, Japan’s national sport with over 1,500 years of history. This tour includes admission to the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka, where you’ll witness intense matches from reserved S/A/B/D-class seats. Before the action begins, a licensed English-speaking guide will give a cultural lecture to help you understand sumo’s deep traditions, rituals, and ranking system. You’ll also receive exclusive souvenirs: “The Sumo” English booklet and the official ranking chart (Banzuke-hyo). Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong fan, this experience offers a rare chance to feel the energy of the ring entrance ceremony, cheer with the crowd, and explore the arena’s sumo-themed shops. It’s the perfect way to connect with Japan’s living heritage.

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photo courtesy of © Nihon Sumo Kyokai all rights reserved

Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance

Spectator Etiquette: Please note that you will have to wait to be seated if one of the following events is underway at the time: a sumo match, a speech by the Sumo Association (on the first and the last tournament day), the ring entering procession of the Makuuchi division wrestlers (dohyoiri), the ring entering procession of the Yokozuna, or the ritual stomping ceremony (on the last tournament day).In such a case, please wait until the event is over before proceeding to spectator seating. Also, the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will not be able to provide explanations or other guidance during these events

Children up to 3 years of age may also join, but must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian while watching. If the child requires a seat, please make a booking at the child rate (typically for ages 4-11)

Stroller storage areas are available on the 2nd and 3rd floors. However, please note that we take no responsibility incase of theft, etc. in the arena. Strollers cannot be brought inside the arena seating area

Bringing food and drinks including alcohol into the venue is prohibited. Please purchase from vendors inside the arena

You will watch from 3rd floor seats (chair seating). Also, seat numbers cannot be designated. This information will be provided on the day of the tour

If your group is divided into multiple reservations, please be sure to input information on accompanying group members in the Remarks field for each reservation

For those participating in a wheelchair, please indicate so in the remarks field when booking. As the wheelchair storage area is on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the venue, please go to the 3rd floor spectator seating on your own or with the help of an accompanying group member. Wheelchairs cannot be brought into your seat

Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour