- Overview
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- Take the rare chance to watch a sumo wrestling tournament in Tokyo
- Soak up the excitement of a sumo tournament with a local audience
- Explore the stadium with an English-speaking guide
- Discover the traditions, history, and culture of sumo wrestling
- What to expect
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Experience the excitement of sumo wrestling with this admission to one of the three annual tournaments. In a group, tour the stadium with a professional English-speaking guide, and learn about sumo culture while watching these massive warriors go head-to-head. After meeting at the JR Ryogoku Station, head to Ryogoku Sumo Stadium and enjoy the sumo games. Watch the ring entering ceremony of the Makuuchi (Strong) Division and the Yokozuna (Strongest) Division at 3:40 PM and 3:55 PM respectively. At 4:10 PM, the Makuuchi Division games start. See the sumo wrestlers try to force their opponent out of the ring or force any part of his body to touch the ground. Admire the results of the wrestlers' diligent training to become the highest-ranked wrestler. The tournament finishes at 6:00 PM.
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