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Sumo Practice Watch
email: info@nonta-planning.com

12,000 JPY

Unlock the World of Sumo
with Experienced Guide Yuko:

  Feel the Heartbeat of Sumo in Tokyo!  

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Overview

Discover the dynamic world of Sumo, a living tradition in Japanese culture. Catch a glimpse of the sumo wrestlers' rigorous morning training sessions, held almost daily in their stables, while the Grand Sumo Tournaments are held in Tokyo only 45 days a year.

In the sumo stables, where wrestlers live and train, a ring called "dohyo" takes center stage. Throughout this tour, guests sit in the designated area beside the ring, watching wrestlers train in and around the dohyo, with even a chance for a photo session with wrestlers after the practice.

Highlights and Features

  • Up-Close Sumo Experience:
Our tour allows you to observe the practice up close—an experience not commonly available due to the difficulty of getting stables' permission. Experience the power and precision of the athletes.

  • Your Awesome Guide and Attentive Service:
Meet Yuko, your passionate guide with a wealth of sumo knowledge and fluency in English. Get ready for a personalized experience with our small group tours (up to 6 guests). Yuko ensures you're in the know with a pre-tour email containing sumo basics and watch precautions. During the watch, current happenings are explained in writing and circulated among her group, allowing you to jot down your questions on the cards.
  • Convenient Location:

Our chosen sumo stable is conveniently located near Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree, making it perfect for post-tour sightseeing. Occasionally, due to the sumo stable's practice schedule, we may visit another one near Subway Ryogoku station.

  • Also available for Japanese people:
Participation in the tour is also possible for Japanese individuals accompanying their foreign friends or wishing to preview the practice before introducing it to their foreign friends at a cost of 10,000 yen per person. Please note that separate Japanese language services are not provided.

Itinerary

00Tour Itinerary:

・Regular Tour (105-135 minutes watch)

08:00: Meet at Honjo-Azumabashi, Subway Toei Asakusa Line, and walk to the sumo stable.
08:15 The watch starts. 
10:00-10:30: The watch ends with a photo session with wrestlers and a stroll back to the subway.

・Compact Tour (80- 100 minutes watch) 
(Practice duration is shorter for either of the following reasons:
a) During the Grand Sumo Tournament, wrestlers need to prepare for it and move to the venue. b) After the Tournaments end, wrestlers have one week's break and resume practice with a lighter one than usual.)

07:25: Meet at Honjo-Azumabashi, Subway Toei Asakusa Line, and walk to the sumo stable.
07:40:  The watch starts. 
09:00-9:20: The watch ends with a photo session with wrestlers and a walk back to the subway.

Note: For important details, variations, and additional information about our Sumo Practice Watch Tours, please refer to the "Important Information" section below.

Tour Price and Cancellation Policy

Price:

. Foreign guests: 12,000 JPY per person for both Regular Tour and Compact Tour

. Japanese individual: 12,000 JPY             


Cancellation Policy:

Full refund for cancellations made at least 8 days before the tour. Different charges apply for later cancellations as follows.

       2-7 days prior: 25%
       The day prior: 50%
       On the day or no show: 100%

Booking Procedure

1. Request Your Spot: Click the button at the top, fill in your info, and send the form.

2. Confirmation and Payment: We'll email you upon confirmation from the sumo stable. The email will contain a link for payment.

3. Booking Secured: Once your payment is confirmed, your booking is secured, and you'll receive an email with tour details.

4. Alternative Options: If your selected tour is unavailable, we'll work to provide alternative options.

Important Information

  • Reserved Training Area: Remember, sumo stables are not tourist spots; they're training grounds. Please follow the rules and show respect to the stable master and wrestlers.

  • No Tour Months: Sumo practice tours are unavailable in March, July, and November due to Grand Sumo Tournaments held in other cities. 
  • Duration Variability: The listed tour durations (90-120 minutes for the Regular Tour and 45-60 minutes for the Compact Tour) are estimates; actual durations may vary based on wrestlers' training schedules and unforeseen circumstances.
  • Meeting Points: The meeting point will change to Ryogoku of Subway Toei Line when we visit other sumo stable due to the sumo stable schedule.
  • Weather Conditions: Tours are not canceled due to weather, as practice is indoors. However, guests unable to reach the meeting point due to extreme weather can cancel with a refund if they inform the guide via email on the tour day before the meeting time.

  • No chairs are available for the watch.

FAQ

  • Q
    Is the Sumo Practice Watch Tour exclusive to our group?
    A
    No, there will be guests from other travel agencies.
  • Q
    Is the tour guaranteed?
    A
    There's a slim chance the stable may cancel with short notice due to unexpected changes.
  • Q
    What should I wear for the tour?
    A
    No dress code, just be comfy and respectful.
  • Q
    Can I take photos during the sumo practice?
    A
    Sure, photos are allowed, but no flashes or videos, please. And no standing or moving around during the watch.
  • Q
    Can I bring my children?
    A
    Yes, children over 12 years old are welcome.
  • Q
    Questions before booking?
    A
    Absolutely! Click the "Send Message" button in the "Contact Us" section and shoot us a message.
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Customer Reviews

Highly Recommend Yuko’s Sumo Practice Tour!

Charmain, Queensland, Australia

I had a fantastic experience on Yuko’s tour for Sumo practice! The written cards explaining the various exercises were incredibly helpful, making everything much easier to understand. The meeting point was easy to find, with clear signage, and Yuko even walked me back to the bus stop afterward to ensure I was in the right place.

I chose Yuko’s tour because she specified which beya (sumo stable) we would visit, allowing me to plan my accommodation nearby. This attention to detail made the experience smooth and enjoyable.

If you’re considering a Sumo practice tour, I highly recommend booking with Yuko!

小見出し

サンプル 太郎
ここをクリックして表示したいテキストを入力してください。テキストは「右寄せ」「中央寄せ」「左寄せ」といった整列方向、「太字」「斜体」「下線」「取り消し線」、「文字サイズ」「文字色」「文字の背景色」など細かく編集することができます。
VOICE

Highlight of our Japan trip!

Kedi, San Francisco

The tour was fantastic! The informative cards provided by Yuko during the watch and the Q&A session in writing made it so much more engaging. The tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. I've been telling everyone about it and how it's one of the best things we did in Japan. I hope others will find their way to your tour too!

Exceptional experience!

Christian, Vienna

We enjoyed the sumo training very much. It was an exceptional experience to sit so close and watch the fighters up close. Yuko's explanations of sumo traditions and training exercises were very helpful.

We will happily recommend this excellent tour to our friends in Austria.

小見出し

サンプル 太郎
ここをクリックして表示したいテキストを入力してください。テキストは「右寄せ」「中央寄せ」「左寄せ」といった整列方向、「太字」「斜体」「下線」「取り消し線」、「文字サイズ」「文字色」「文字の背景色」など細かく編集することができます。
VOICE

Great experience!

Lukas, Vienna

We had a great time with our guide, Yuko, and felt very lucky to have such a knowledgeable and approachable guide to this once-in-a-lifetime experience! I hope that a lot of people get to experience this in the future.

Truly exceptional and unforgettable!

Dorothy, Dublin
During my brief stay in Japan, I had an unforgettable experience visiting a sumo stable with Yuko as my guide. Yuko's expertise and passion for sumo made the training session incredibly insightful. She provided cards detailing the moves and routines, encouraging questions and fostering understanding. This unique insight left me with a profound respect for sumo wrestlers. Yuko's guidance made the visit truly exceptional and unforgettable. A definite 10/10 experience.

Totally recommended!

Jordi, Barcelona
What a fantastic experience, impossible to be closer to the wrestlers! Yuko is a very expert person in everything related to Sumo. she answers any question you have, and she explains a lot of things to you. Totally recommended if your are interested in this important part of Japanese culture!

A Thrilling Sumo Spectacle

Roger, London
It was genuinely thrilling to watch the wrestlers in action, with their intense clashes and agile moves keeping me hooked. The dynamic nature of the practice held my attention, and the silent ambiance during the sumo practice added a unique intensity. Witnessing every collision and strategic maneuver unfold made it an unforgettable spectacle.

Silent Awe at the Captivating Experience

Scott, Chicago
Witnessing sumo practice was incredible! Guided by Yuko's expertise, the basics unfolded before my eyes. The impactful collisions and the sheer power of the massive wrestlers made it feel like I was in the midst of a live sumo showdown.

小見出し

サンプル 太郎
ここをクリックして表示したいテキストを入力してください。テキストは「右寄せ」「中央寄せ」「左寄せ」といった整列方向、「太字」「斜体」「下線」「取り消し線」、「文字サイズ」「文字色」「文字の背景色」など細かく編集することができます。
VOICE

About your guide Yuko and Nonta Planning Inc.

Yuko, the face behind Nonta Planning Inc., has nearly 30 years of experience in Japanese branches of American companies. Passionate about sharing the beauty of Japan, she started her own company in 2014. A licensed English tour guide since 2016, Yuko combines her love for sumo with her professional expertise. Having guided sumo practice tours about 50 times before the pandemic as a registered guide for a travel agency, she's excited to continue offering this unique experience independently since October 2023.

Thank you for considering Yuko's Sumo Practice Watch Tour!  We appreciate your support!

 

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