Morning Sumo Practice Viewing in Tokyo
The guide will first explain the origin, history, rules, fun, etc. of sumo. Sumo wrestlers are working extremely hard to be stronger because their ranking directly affects their income. The morning practice starts before 7:00 a.m. with stretching, warming-up, and a routine of basic sumo movements. We get into the stable around 8:00 a.m. when they start practice matches. You will be overwhelmed by the sounds as you watch wrestlers hit their bodies head-on again and again. By this time, you will realize a huge mass of muscles constitute their bodies. When they stretch to cool down, you are now surprised to see how supple they are, which may be counter-intuitive given their gigantic bodies.
We will take photos with them after the practice.
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Morning practice
What's included in Morning Sumo Practice Viewing in Tokyo
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Sky Tree is the world's tallest self-standing broadcasting tower. You will be overwhelmed by this massive and gigantic structure inspired by the image of a Japanese sword. Here the guide will brief you on how to enjoy sumo and simple rules you need to abide by while watching the practice in the stable.
Sumida
We will visit a sumo stable and watch the practice sitting inside the stable.
Inclusions
- Guiding in English by a local certified expert guide
- Donations to the stable
- Most probably, there is a photo shooting session with sumo wrestlers.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All participants are required to sit on a cushion on a flat floor; no chairs are available.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The meeting place is Hanami Zaka Square at Tokyo Skytree Station (TS02) of Tobu Skytree Line. See below for details.
End Points
- The tour will end at the sumo stable.
