
the SUMO show
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 2,419 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is the SUMO show worth booking?
the SUMO show is a 1.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $10500 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 2,419 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (2,419)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $10500 per person
Curious about the Japanese national sport "sumo?" Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about the behind-the-scene stories and daily lives of sumo wrestlers. Enjoy a satisfying meal
What you get
- Tonkatsu and Chanko Soup for Lunch
- Meet and learn from retired sumo wrestlers
About this experience
Curious about the Japanese national sport "sumo?" Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with real sumo wrestlers! Learn about the behind-the-scene stories and daily lives of sumo wrestlers. Enjoy a satisfying meal of "Tonkatsu" (Japanese-style Pork Cutlet) and "Chanko Nabe" (Sumohouse-style hotpot soup), all made by the wrestlers. Take the rare opportunity and try wrestling with retired sumo wrestlers. IMPORTANT: Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. We will not be able to accommodate requests received less than 5 days before the event date. For vegetarians, the venue can offer a vegetarian meal. A chicken or seafood substitute is available for those who do not wish to eat pork (ALL MEAL SUBSTITUTION REQUESTS REQUIRE ADVANCE NOTICE) Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes This experience takes place inside a restaurant with a sumo ring, and the maximum capacity is 60 guests.
What's included
Included
- Tonkatsu and Chanko Soup for Lunch
- Meet and learn from retired sumo wrestlers
Not included
- Gratuities
- Drinks
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Restaurant name: Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Restaurant name: Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka
Options you can book
Standard Ringside Seating
Standard Ringside: Table located at side of ring
Rear Frontside Seating
Rear Frontside: Table is located at rear-center of the ring
Premium Frontside
Premium Frontside Table
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beauty of Japan
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Seat map can be found in brochure images. You may be asked to share a table with another group. This is to ensure the maximum number of guests can enjoy the experience. Additionally, there are times when it is not possible to seat everyone at the same table.
- ADVANCE NOTICE REQUIRED: Please indicate any menu requests or allergies in the special notes when you make your reservation. We will not be able to respond to requests received less than 5 days before the event date
- You must follow our staff's instructions. Please act with good judgement and consideration, both for yourself and others. If you cause any trouble, you may be asked to leave the hall. (No refunds)
- Sumo demo plans including meal are 1.5 hours.
- Infant meals not included
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,424 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
2,424 verified traveler reviews for the SUMO show. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good Experience
Good Experience and a great time!
via Tripadvisor
The best part of the...
The best part of the trip. Absolutely amazing experience. Lovely host, legendary wrestlers and great food!!!
via Viator
Nice family experience with authentic ex professional sumo fighters
We had a very good and very entertaining time there. It was really nice to learn about the sumo fighters and it was also a very nice idea to be able to try it on your own.We had a very good and very entertaining time there. It was really nice to learn about the sumo fighters and it was also a very nice idea to hide to be able to to be able to. The only little thing I would improve is the sound of the person who is explaining everything sometimes it was hard to understand what he was saying because of the sound. The food we had there also was very delicious.
via Tripadvisor
Worth the cost
Excellent entertainment. Funny hosts, and great food!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Really fun and the sumo wrestlers have a good sense of humor!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10500 to $19500
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 847
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
the SUMO show: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does the SUMO show cost?
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Prices start at $10500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does the SUMO show take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is the SUMO show worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 2,419 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule the SUMO show?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is the SUMO show suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book the SUMO show?
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Around 847 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does the SUMO show start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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