Osaka: Grand Sumo March Tournament Meet up at 14:45. Chair B in the sumo arena.
ID: GYG918630-O-1437595
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience the excitement of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka with an expert guide. Watch the match with real-time commentary by your guide and learn about the history and culture of sumo.
What sets apart this tour conducted by our sumo expert guides is:
1) Real-time commentaries in the sumo arena as the match progresses
2) Participation in the enthusiastic audience with cheering goods
3) Attentiveness by your guide due to being a small group of up to 10
4) Optional tour to Dotonbori to experience a dynamic mix of traditional and modern Japanese culture.
This results in increased joy when viewing the match.
What makes this tour unique are the exclusive souvenirs each traveler receives:
1. A pamphlet featuring wrestler profiles with English translations, explained by your guide during the matches.
2. A cheering towel for supporting your favorite wrestler, enhancing the excitement.
3. A detailed sumo booklet for deeper insights into the sport.
Another highlight is the earphone guide system, ensuring you catch every detail from your guide. During the three-hour session starting at 3 PM, you'll enjoy top-division matches, cheer alongside fellow travelers, and learn fascinating sumo traditions. Starting at this time ensures peak excitement without overstaying.
Additionally, the tour offers an optional visit to Dotonbori, Osaka's vibrant entertainment district, renowned for its landmarks, diverse cuisine, nightlife, shopping, and lively atmosphere. This unforgettable tour combines culture, excitement, and exploration in one seamless experience!
Highlights
- Enjoy guided insights throughout the tour, enhancing your experience.
- Top-division sumo matches: Watch thrilling three-hour bouts without overstaying.
- Receive a wrestler profile pamphlet, a cheer-up towel, and a sumo booklet.
- Earphone guide system: Stay engaged with real-time explanations all the time.
- Optional Dotonbori tour: Explore Osaka's vibrant entertainment district.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour offers the option to meet at 12:45 p.m. for the Dotonbori guided tour before watching the sumo tournament. Those who don't join the optional Dotonbori tour will meet up at 14:45.
We will use Chair B seats in the sumo arena.
EDION Arena (Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium) - the sumo venue. We will meet outside of the main entrance.
INCLUDED
- Expert sumo guide commentaries
- Earphone guide system for real-time commentaries
- Sumo tournament viewing for 3 hours
- Three exclusive souvenirs: pamphlet, cheer-up towel, and sumo booklet
- Optional walking tour of Dotonbori
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and drinks
- Transportation to/from the event
- Personal expenses
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.