Sumo Morning Practice, Meals and Conversations with Wrestlers

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Overview

This special tour allows you to observe the morning practice of a sumo stable where top-ranked sumo wrestlers (known as Sekitori, alongside those in the top division) belong, and to share a meal with the wrestlers and stablemaster, including chanko stew.

The practice observation starts at 8:00 AM. The stable is about 30-40 minutes away by car, so we depart from Tokyo at 7:15 AM. During the car ride, our driver-guide will explain the history and rules of sumo. The practice ends around 9:30 AM, and afterward, you can enjoy a meal with the wrestlers while conversing with them.

Our guide will act as an interpreter, ensuring smooth communication with the wrestlers. If you're lucky, you might even get to chat with the stablemaster. Photography is, of course, permitted. (We may decline requests for videos)

Unlike other tours where you're often surrounded by many foreign tourists, this sumo stable is difficult to reach without a car, so there are very few foreign tourists.

Tour Details

• Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
• Start Time: 7:15 am
• Pick-up & Drop-Off: We will pick you up at your hotel, airport, or home
• Language: English, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, Nepalese

Sample Itinerary

Departure: 7:15 am
Tour ends: 11:00 am

1. Pick-up at your hotel or anywhere within Tokyo's 23 wards.
2. Sumo Stable （Onomatsu Stable）
3. Drop-off at your hotel within Tokyo's 23 wards.

Sumo Stable （Onomatsu Stable）

Experience the world of professional sumo at the Onomatsu Stable. Witness the intensity of a morning training session, followed by an authentic Chanko-nabe meal shared with the wrestlers and their stablemaster.

Fleet

Chauffeur / English Speaker Guide

Our chauffeurs go through a rigorous selection process, and extensively trained on driving skills, Tokyo geography and history. They are energetic and passionate about their jobs, friendly and eager to please our customers. They are ready to go above and beyond to make your trip memorable and worthwhile, and often have a special (and pleasant) surprise for you and your guest. When you think about it, they are much more than a driver/tour guide. They are your personal concierge. Please join one of our tours, and we guarantee to deliver the best experience.

What's Included

• Tour guide in English
• Bottled water & Snacks
• Take photos at the best spot
• Shopping accompanying
• Suggestion and reservation for your lunch spot
• Anniversary Gift*

Please request * items when you reserve this tour.

Terms and Conditions

• Pick-up and drop-off locations are in Tokyo’s 23 wards, Mitaka City or Musashino City.
• This tour will have a maximum of 9 passengers.
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Advance reservations can be made a minimum of 48 hours before departure.
• The Tours are subject to extra charge (usually 20% of the base price) in case of early morning and late night departure and/or arrival.
• Some tours may not be available on requested dates due to holiday schedule or a scheduled closure of business.
• We reserve the right to assign a type of vehicle (Sedan, Minivan or Van) most suitable for your trip, based on the size of your party.
• Wheelchair accessible.
• Most travelers can participate.
• Our tour images are for illustrative purposes only.

Cancellation Policy

The following fees will apply to the cancellation.

• We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is canceled 1 day or less before the event
• We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is canceled 2 days or less before the event