Kyoto Sumo Experience with Rikishi Challenge & Meal Standard Seat
ID: GYG1149411-1766953
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience live sumo in Kyoto! Learn history, challenge a wrestler, and savor Chanko hotpot. Plus, discover Nihon Buyo history and watch a traditional dance. Just 3 mins from Marutamachi Stn Exit 6.
At Sumo An Kyoto you can experience the richness and depth of one of
Japan’s most ancient traditions, in a unique, fun and informative way. Our top division and amateur champion wrestlers and expert hosts will guide you on a journey through this unique and ancient tradition. Learn the various “morning exercises” that wrestlers practice for hours every day. Learn some of the techniques used in Sumo. Watch actual live sumo matches and finally take part in our “Customer Challenge” where you do some training and
then try your strength against a real Sumo Rikishi. Or better (and safer) still, have one of your friends or family try the challenge!
Please note that meals are served during the 12:00 and 18:00 sessions.
The 15:00 session includes light snacks only.
Highlights
- 7 minutes by subway from Kyoto station
- 3 minutes walk from the Imperial Palace and the Kyoto International Manga
- Ex top division and champion amateur wrestlers
- Multilingual MCs steeped in sumo culture can answer all your questions
- Quality traditional and authentic Japanese food that suits the time of day
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Experience the power and techniques of real sumo wrestlers up close
Learn about the history, rules, and etiquette of sumo
Suitable for all ages and backgrounds
English-speaking MC available for explanations and questions
It is on the first basement floor.
INCLUDED
- Sumo show
- Chanko meal
- Live MC with English explanations
- Opportunity to step into the ring with a sumo wrestler
- Photo session
NOT INCLUDED
- Extra charge for drinks
- Purchase fee for goods of applicants
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.