train
challenge
savor
carry
learn
Discover the spirit and rituals of sumo
Practice sumo’s traditional movements and fundamental training
Step into the dohyo and fight a real wrestler
Try the traditional sumo wrestlers meal Chanko nabe
Take the experience and spirit home with you
Discover Tokyo beyond the ring
explore
watch, learn and step into the ring
Program Flow
Start
Introduction/Basics
Begin your sumo experience in Tokyo with an introduction to the history and cultural significance of sumo. Learn about its time-honored rituals, etiquette, and the important role this traditional sport continues to play in Japanese culture.
Mid
Sumo Experience
Under the guidance of real rikishi, you’ll step into the ring during this authentic sumo experience in Tokyo—welcoming women and children as well—and learn the fundamentals through hands-on practice, including shiko and suri-ashi. You can even challenge the wrestlers to a friendly match, creating unforgettable photos and a unique story to take home.
End
Photo &
Hot pot time
After your training session, enjoy a photo opportunity with the rikishi, capturing memorable moments inside the ring or together in a friendly pose. You’ll then savor chanko-nabe, the traditional stew enjoyed daily by sumo wrestlers, as part of your sumo experience in Tokyo.
The experience continues with a casual Q&A session, where you can ask questions and hear personal stories from the former rikishi. At the end, you’ll receive a special souvenir to remember your Tokyo sumo experience.
OUR Program
From 9,600 Japanese yen
Learn Authentic Sumo Techniques
oshi
push
nage
throw
waza
techniques
A powerful forward drive to force the opponent out.
A decisive throw using balance, timing, and grip.
A variety of techniques combining strength and strategy.
Learn real sumo from former pro wrestlers with their own signature techniques.
The Sacred Dohyo
The dohyo is the sacred ring at the heart of every sumo match and a highlight of your sumo experience in Tokyo. Made from packed clay and topped with a thin layer of sand, it symbolizes purity and a deep connection to the earth.
About 4.55 meters (15 feet) in diameter and slightly elevated, the ring is bordered by straw rice bales called tawara. During your Tokyo sumo experience, you’ll not only learn about the dohyo—you’ll have the chance to step inside it yourself.
Meeting Point & Access
Closest Stations to KAMEIDO SUMO BEYA TOKYO
Kinshicho Station
About a 15-minute walk from JR Kinshicho Station (North Exit) or Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line Exit 4.
Oshiage Station
About a 13-minute walk from Oshiage Station Exit B1.
Emily – United States
★★★★★
"This sumo experience in Tokyo was absolutely unforgettable. Watching real wrestlers up close and stepping into the ring myself made it feel truly special and authentic."