The Best Sumo Tournament Experience in Nagoya

In Nagoya

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The Best Sumo Tournament Experience in Nagoya
This is a 4-hour experience at an official Sumo tournament. On this tour, you will learn all about Sumo, and greet the most famous Sumo wrestlers in Japan as they enter the stadium for their big match. You will learn about the fascinating history and culture of Sumo wrestling and some of the most famous Sumo wrestlers throughout history and in Japan today. You’ll also have time to visit the Sumo merch shops and try the Sumo wrestler's staple meal. Moreover, you will enjoy the intense matches as part of the roaring crowd and cheer on your favorite Sumo wrestlers together with the local fans, all while your expert guide provides you with explanations throughout. The highlights of this tour are: - Get to know Sumo wrestling in depth - Watch live Sumo matches and cheer on your favorite wrestler - Take a walk through the Sumo merchandising shops - Eat a Sumo wrestler's traditional meal, Chanko Nabe stew - An expert Sumo guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
Private tour

What's included

  • Sumo information and pamphlet
  • Photos during the tour
  • Tour guide
  • Reserved chair seats A or S (it will depends on the tickets availability the day of the reservation)
  • SNACKS

What's not included

  • Any additional food and drinks not provided by your guide
  • Transportation fees before and after the tour
  • Hotel pick-up
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Every year around mid-July Nagoya hosts the Grand Summer Sumo Tournament, called Nagoya Basho, one of the six major Sumo tournaments held in Japan. (4h 0min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Exit 4, right next to the IG Arena.
End point
Once the last match is finished your guide will walk you back to Meijokoen Station and/or give you directions to your hotel or any other place you want to visit next.

Practical information

Operated by
Nagoya is not boring
Travellers per booking
1–8
Languages
ja, en, es
Confirmation
MANUAL

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Important notes

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 4 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.