Where to Watch: The 2 Best Sumo Dinner Experiences in Japan

1.Sumo Show and Dining Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,742 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $79Our pick

Meet former Makuuchi wrestler Tokitsumi at Tokyo Sumo Room in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa. An English-speaking host explains sumo rules and customs before former wrestlers demonstrate their strength, invite audience participation, and pose for photos. Choose a meal option for Japanese dishes and chanko-style hot pot, or book the 3:00 PM show without food.

“This was by far the best activity we did in Japan, it was fun and informative- the staff were friendly and the show itself was very good. Highly recommended.”

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2.the SUMO show with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $118Top rated

At this 90-minute dinner show in Tokyo’s Ryogoku area, retired professional sumo wrestlers explain the sport, demonstrate basic moves and techniques, perform three matches, and invite you to try sumo in a costume. You’ll eat sukiyaki and chanko-style soup with rice and ice cream, then take souvenir photos with the wrestlers.

“Great fun. Really interesting insight into the life of a wrestler, but also fun to try and wrestle them out the ring (children seemed to do better than the adults!). Would recommend for adults only and families as everyone can join in if they want to.”

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