Sapporo: Sumo Show Experience with Japanese food & Photo VIP Front-Row Seating
ID: GYG1040434-1605139
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Learn the rules of sumo & how to practice it,watch demonstrations, and then have a go at wrestling yourself in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Enjoy Chanko-nabe (Chicken hot pot) prepared by former sumo wrestlers.
Sumo is as old if not older than Japan itself. At the Sapporo Sumo Club Entertainment we will take you on a deep frive through history and how sumo has evolved throughout the millennia, while you enjoy an authentic Japanese style meal in an intimate setting.
Watch demonstrations of the morning exercises (asa geiko), somo of the techniques (kimarite) and the do’s and don’t’s of sumo wrestling before a best of 3 competition(tachiai)of real sumo between our wrestlers, who are retired from competition.
Experience Sumo firsthand by challenging our wrestlers to a sumo match in the ring.
(Limited to people per show). If there are too many applicants, challengers will be decided by lottery.
Intimate view of the Dohyo from all seats. To really feel connected to the action please upgrade to our front row seating.
Take home a gift bag of souvenirs as well as a framed photo of you and your group with the wrestlers.
ATTENTION- This is a show by retired wrestlers for entertainment purposes. If you prefer a look into how a modern sumo beya is run you can find that elsewhere in Tokyo.
Highlights
- Enjoy a sumo show arranged to be easily enjoyed by adults and children alike.
- Find out about the rules and rituals of sumo wresting from bilingual commentary.
- Marvel at former sumo wrestlers as they battle it out in the ring before you.
- Relish a chicken hot pot and other Japanese dishes that former wrestlers prepare
- Have your photo taken with a former sumo wrestler and receive a set of souvenirs
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please understand in advance that the Sumo Show is different from the serious practice tour of morning practice, as it is structured to be a fun sumo show for adults and children alike.
If there are many applicants for the Sumo Challenge with former rikishi, each group may be assigned one representative or drawn by lot.
The souvenirs offered may change depending on the season.
Vegetarian and Vegan meals are available, but must be requested at least 2 days prior to the reservation date.
“We are not able to provide gluten-free, halal meals, but customers are welcome to bring their own.”
It is located on the basement floor of the Minami 4-Nishi 2 building.
INCLUDED
- Bilingual commentary by a moderator
- Serious matches between former sumo wrestlers
- Sumo experience for those who wish to participate (not possible for everyone to take part if there is a high level of interest）
- Chicken hot pot and Japanese set meal (depending on option selected)
- One Drink
- Printed souvenir photo taken with a former sumo wrestler for adult
- Souvenir set
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals, seating, and souvenirs for infants
- Additional drinks (available to buy)
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.
