Chanko nabe is what sumo wrestlers actually eat, a big protein-heavy hot pot, and lunch shows build the meal into the visit. Ryogoku, the sumo neighbourhood around the Kokugikan, is where the more traditional versions run. You’ll leave very full, which is rather the point of chanko.
Experience Japan’s national sport with a hands-on sumo workshop, live matches, and a traditional hotpot lunch in Tokyo’s historic Ryogoku district.
Most Popular★ 4.9“Such a great experience! I was traveling alone but still shared good laughs with the families that were there as well. The wrestlers were funny and entertaining. Alyssa was our guide and she did an amazing job. Also enjoyed my attempt at charging at a…”
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99 reviews1.8 hoursFrom $60by Alva Japan Tours
Experience Tokyo’s sumo culture firsthand with a guided visit to a real sumo stable, watching practice, trying moves, and sharing lunch with wrestlers.
★ 4.9“This experience was sooo much better than I could’ve expected. Learned a lot, interacted with the sumo wrestlers and had a great meal. Highly recommend!”
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88 reviews4 hoursFrom $166by MagicalTrip
Train with retired sumo wrestlers in a former Kawasaki stable, learn the sport’s rituals, then make and share chanko-nabe.
★ 4.8“Highly Recommend! Mahalo to Ken-san and the team. What a special experience for our family. Thank you to Nishiki-san and Kou-san who shared the world of sumo. We respect the professionalism, tradition, history and sportsmanship of sumo. We also appreciated the presentation from Ken-san, the…”
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33 reviews4 hoursFrom $157.89
Discover the fascinating history and vibrant culture of Ryogoku Sumo Town. Indulge in a delicious Chanko-Nabe lunch, the traditional dish loved by sumo wrestlers.
★ 5.0“It was my two nephews and I first ever visit and this tour was a great experience! We had a private tour with Jeff who was kind, fun, and informative. Loved walking through Ryogoku and getting not just sumo history but town and artists hisRead…”
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26 reviewsFrom $131.12by Arumachi
Discover the authentic world of sumo in Ryogoku with this guided walking tour, featuring cultural landmarks and a traditional chanko-nabe lunch.
★ 4.8“We enjoyed the knowledge and thoughtfulness of our guide, Sue. She had selected a variety of sights and had many fascinating details about each. It revealed life even behind closed doors and lunch was as if we were her guests and not just tourists.”
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9 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $122by Arumachi, Inc.
Experience Japan’s national sport in a fun, interactive way with a family-friendly sumo workshop, hot pot lunch, and authentic rituals in Tokyo.
★ 5.0“Great for my boys who are 12 and 15 to be part of the show and interact with the sumo wrestlers They loved being one on one with the wrestlers Chicken hot pot meal was tasty and they also catered for Gluten free meal for…”
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4 reviewsFrom $97.55by Alva Japan Tours
You'll be mesmerized by the cultural immersion and culinary delights of this 6-hour private guided tour, where you'll savor a one-of-a-kind Sumo show lunch.
★ 5.0“Our guide Izumi was amazing. He was so helpful, going out of his way to show us around to extra train stations, ticket offices and sights that weren’t even part of our itinerary. He was fantastic for sure. And such a nice guy as well.…”
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3 reviewsFrom $195.09by Japan Guide Agency
Discover Tokyo’s sumo world with a guided tour exploring historic sites, artifacts, rituals, and ending with a traditional chanko-nabe meal.
★ 5.0“It was an excellent in-depth informative learning of sumo! Malik was an outstanding guide. While you don’t actually see sumos - we literally learned how to play/watch Sumo. The chanko nabe lunch was delicious! We were lucky to have just Read more”
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3 reviewsFrom $91.04by Maikel. T
Tokyo rewards a plan: a sumo morning, a ramen night, a day out to Fuji. These are the lists I'd work from.