May Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan

May Grand Sumo Tournament – Witness Japan’s iconic national sport

Arena A seats English support Ryogoku guide Chanko dinner included

Watch the May Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan from A-class seats, and experience Japan’s most prestigious sumo event. Join us for the closing bouts on Day 13, when the atmosphere at inside Tokyo’s sacred Sumo arena reaches its peak. After the matches, enjoy a traditional Chanko hot pot dinner in Ryogoku.

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Highlights of the May Basho

The upcoming May Grand Sumo Tournament promises even greater excitement. Following the dramatic results of the March tournament, the championship race is expected to intensify as the March champion defends his title against strong challengers. Leading contenders are likely to include Yokozuna Onosato, Yokozuna Hoshoryu, and the Ukrainian-born Ozeki Aonishiki, promising intense matchups at the highest level of sumo. Other wrestlers who could play an important role in the race for the Emperor’s Cup include Kirishima, Takayasu, Atamifuji, and Kotoshoho. As the tournament enters its decisive final stage, Day 13 is often when the championship race reaches its peak. Experience the tension, power, and atmosphere live at Ryogoku Kokugikan , the sacred arena of sumo.

Ryogoku Kokugikan – the home of sumo

Experience the power and tradition up close

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Tour Overview

Date

◆ May 22, 2026 (Fri)

Time

◆ 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Tour Price

◆ 24,000 JPY (tax included)

Included

Sumo ticket (Arena 2nd Floor A seats)
Tournament leaflet / program
Chanko hot pot dinner (includes one drink)
Consumption tax

Not included

Additional drinks
Personal expenses
Transportation to/from the meeting & ending point

Group Size

◆ 20

About Cancellation

Before 7 days in advance: Free
6 days – 2 days: 30% of the tour fee
The day before: 50% of the tour fee
On the day: 100%

※ We will give you detailed tour condition at the time of booking.

Itinerary

2:00 PM Meet at JR Ryogoku Station (next to Edo Noren)
2:10 PM Walk to Ryogoku Kokugikan
Around 3:40 PM Watch the Makuuchi ring-entering ceremony
6:00 PM End of sumo viewing
6:30 PM Arrive at chanko restaurant
6:30–8:30 PM Chanko hot pot dinner
※ For the chanko-nabe dinner, one pot will be shared among 3 to 4 guests
Tour ends: Around 8:30 PM (tour ends on site)

Enjoy Traditional Chanko Hot Pot

After the matches, guests will enjoy a traditional chanko hot pot dinner — a hearty dish loved in sumo culture. (Images are temporary and will be updated.)

Chankodojo Restaurant

Chanko hot pot dinner