Starting October 2025, due to increased demand, the Japan Sumo Association has introduced a new lottery system for travel agencies to purchase sumo seat tickets. As a result, we’re currently unable to guarantee seat availability in advance. You can still submit an early booking request, but final confirmation will depend on the lottery results. If we’re unable to secure tickets for your preferred date, we’ll promptly contact you to discuss alternative options.
Why Book with me your Sumo Tour?
Sumo expert guide will accompany you
A Sumo expert guide will accompany you every step of the way, unraveling the mysteries and traditions of this ancient sport.
Exclusive Insights
Discover exclusive insights into the realm of sumo while delving into the fascinating history of Sumo and its intriguing evolution.
Personalized Experience Guarantee
An in-depth understanding of the sport’s nuances and techniques, offering an unmatched level of immersion.
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Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo’s Ryogoku KokugikanRead More
What Our Guests Say
CM
2026-01-19
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Sumo Experience
Elly is passionate about Sumo and her knowledge makes the experience all the more memorable. Being able to deeply understand the ceremony, rules and wrestlers meant we came away with a much better connection to Sumo rather than just watching on our own.
Livefilm L
2026-01-15
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Grand Sumo 2026 January Tournament
Elly was amazing! We were so thankful to find her, and her knowledge of sumo is unrivaled. Whether this is your first time watching sumo or you already have the fighting spirit, Elly brings the sport to life and makes the experience truly special. Highly recommend!
Martha G
2026-01-13
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An unforgettable experience of a lifetime!
This was everything I hoped for, and MORE! Elly was exceptionally knowledgeable about sumo and Japanese language and culture, in general. She shared her enthusiasm for sumo with us, making this an unforgettable experience. I recommend this tour for anyone visiting Japan, even for people who think they might not like sumo. Thank you, Elly!
Annemarie d
2025-10-31
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Great time at Tokyo Sumo Tournament
We had a great time at de Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. We missed out on tickets through the official ticket sales so we went for the guided experience and didn't regret it for a minute. After a short introduction to Sumo wrestling we went to the arena. In time for the introduction of the second highest ranked Sumo wrestlers. The seats had a good view of the doyho. Although we did prepare for our first Sumo tournament it was a great added bonus to have a enthousiastic guide with great knowledge of the (history of the) sport, the wrestlers and the fans.
Annemarie d
2025-10-31
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Great time at Sumo
We had a great time at the great Sumo tournament in Tokyo. There were multiple guides so each guide had only a small group of participants. After a short introduction to Sumo wrestling we went to the arena, in time for the introduction of the wrestlers of the second highest level. The seats had a good view of the doyho. During the games our guide explained the rituals and gave information about the wrestlers and the fans which added value to the experience.
Ruben Vargas Oliva
2025-10-13
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BEST SUMO EXPERIENCE
The sumo experience was everything and more. Not only is it hard to get sumo tickets, but you get more than just tickets with Elly. You get a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will never forget. Elly provided great seats, a tour of the facilities, a tour of the museum, and was able to facilitate photo opportunities with former rikishis. She also gave us souvenirs to take home and remember what we experienced. I will definitely be booking with Elly again. Next stop, Osaka.
BLANCA VELEZ G
2025-10-09
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Excellent sumo tour
Elly is a great guide, cheerful, sumo savvy, gave us very good advice for the trip through Japan we were starting.
J L
2025-09-26
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Great Sumo Tour Experience with Elisabeth and her team
Thank you so much to both Elisabeth and Patricia for our wonderful experience at the grand sumo tournament in September 2025! We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and appreciated the in-depth knowledge that their team provided on the day. They were able to answer all questions and provided lots of fun facts throughout our time there. Highly recommend if you're looking for a reputable, experienced tour group to go to a sumo tournament.
Pamela B
2025-09-25
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Great experience with Sumo private guide
This Sumo private guided experience was fantastic. Our guide Alexander was very knowledgeable on Sumo history and about the wrestlers that were competing on the day of our visit. We learned a lot and would highly recommend this private guided experience to anyone.
John B
2025-09-23
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A major highlight of our trip
Our family had a really informative and enjoyable visit to the kokugikan to see the sumo and sumo museum. Alexander (the guide who sat with us at the event) was very knowledgeable and would easily help people new to the sport, as well as fans of the sport. The communication between the guide company and ourselves was excellent when we used the viator booking and messaging system. At the sumo…. The arena was packed (as we headed to the upper levels of rikishi). Seating here was upper level, section B, but on the corner, west side…. A good spot with seats. (Lower floor is all flat boxes/floor seating)For foreign visitors coming to see sumo, the unstable ticket purchasing from ticket companies has seen issues regarding Tokyo events….. therefore, despite being more expensive, buying a tour such as this is a good secure alternative despite the price. For us. The sumo event was the reason for visiting Tokyo…. And it didn’t disappoint.