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PLAN

[Tokyo Tournament / May 16 Only] Grand Sumo Tournament Viewing Tour (1st Floor B-class Box Seat, Max. 4 People)

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  • © Nihon Sumo Kyokai all rights reserved

  • Tour Details
The tour booking charge on this tour is for 1 box seat. The capacity of 1 box seat is 4 people. The tour booking charge is the same whether 1 box seat will be used by 1 person or 4 people. As the box seat is small, use by 2-3 people is recommended. When booking, please have 1 representative make the reservation and input the number of customers in the remarks field.

1. With a long history of over 1,500 years, sumo is considered as Japan’s national sport, and is an inherent part of the country’s tradition. This tour includes admission to the Grand Sumo Tournament, allowing customers to experience the thrill of watching powerful sumo wrestlers compete against each other.

2. 1st floor B-class box seats (floor cushion seating) will be provided. Look forward to a special experience of being immersed in Japan's culture of sitting on a floor cushion and watching professional sumo wrestling on this plan exclusively offered on May 16 only.

3. A National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter knowledgeable about sumo wrestling will give a lecture on sumo before customers go spectating. Customers will be guided into the venue. Everyone from beginners to sumo and sumo fans alike can surely gain a deeper insight into the grand sumo tournament.

4. All tour participants will receive "The Sumo," a booklet about sumo (in English); and Banzuke-hyo, a table of rankings, as a gift! Feel free to use it while watching.


About Initiatives for Sustainable Tourism:
This tour promotes Environment(Eco)-friendly efforts and Cross-cultural Understanding as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals. 
We advocate for responsible travel, and urge one and all to become responsible travelers.
Please check the following page for details.
http://jtbgmt.com/en/g-web/sdgs
  • Tour Overview
Req. to Run Tour
1guest(s)
Req. per Booking
1guest(s)
Departs
Tokyo
Guide Service
English
Tour Guide/Conductor Language
Not Available
Audio Guide
Not Available
Tangential multilingual assistant or multilingual reception accepted
Not Available
Meeting Place/Time
12:30　Meet at Ryogoku View Hotel
(*The meeting location is not Ryogoku Kokugikan.)
Included
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter; Grand Sumo Tournament viewing ticket (B-class box seat (floor cushion seating)); "The Sumo" booklet (English); Banzuke-hyo
  • Remarks
Remarks
Planning Company: JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.                                 

 　　　　　　Address: 2-3-14 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo                                 

 　　　Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agent (No. 1723)

A member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
[Reception Method]

At reception, please show the reservation confirmation sheet or e-mail (printout/digital copy on mobile device) to staff.
[Cancellation Charge]

Cancellation fees will be charged from 10 days in advance.
[Operation Conditions/Tour Conditions]

- The capacity of 1 box seat is 4 people. The tour booking charge is the same whether 1 box seat will be used by 1 person or 4 people.

- When booking, please have 1 representative make the reservation and input the number of customers in the remarks field.

- Bookings may be made until 05:00 on the day of the tour. Please make a reservation on the system until the reservation deadline.

- If the minimum number of participants (1) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, or due to other operational management circumstances, the tour on that date may be canceled.

- Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour.

- For requests regarding tours where answers from the tour operator are required in advance, please input in the Remarks field and contact the tour operator.
[Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations]

- Spectator Etiquette:

Please note that you will have to wait to be seated if one of the following events is underway at the time: a sumo match, a speech by the Sumo Association (on the first and the last tournament day), the ring entering procession of the Makuuchi division wrestlers (dohyoiri), the ring entering procession of the Yokozuna, or the ritual stomping ceremony (on the last tournament day). In such a case, please wait until the event is over before proceeding to spectator seating. Also, the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will not be able to provide explanations or other guidance during these events.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]

- Bringing food and drinks including alcohol into Kokugikan is prohibited. Please purchase food and refreshments from the vendors inside the arena.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Meeting/Pick-up/Pick-up Location]

Ryogoku View Hotel

https://www.viewhotels.co.jp/ryogoku/

*Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Guide/Tour Conductor]

Please note that you may have to wait to be taken to your seat or listen to explanations by the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter if one of the following events is underway at the time: a sumo match, a speech by the Sumo Association (on the first and the last tournament day), the ring entering procession of the Makuuchi division wrestlers (dohyoiri), the ring entering procession of the Yokozuna, or the ritual stomping ceremony (last tournament day only).
[Important Notes/Supplements: About Seating]

- Customers will watch from 1st floor B-class box seats (floor cushion seating). Also, seats may not be designated. This information will be provided on the day of the tour.

- Box seats are approximately 1.3m x 1.3m wide. Customers will be sitting on floor cushions. There are no chairs. Booking the tour with 2nd floor chair seating is recommended for customers who may experience discomfort or inconvenience on their hips and legs.

- As the box seat is small, use by 2-3 people is recommended.

- The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter may sit together with customers in the box seat.
[Important Notes/Supplements: For Customers Using Wheelchairs]

- For those participating in a wheelchair, please indicate so in the remarks entry field when booking.

- While Ryogoku Kokugikan's wheelchair storage area is on the 1st floor, please go to the box seat area on your own or with the help of an accompanying group member. Please note that the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter cannot provide assistance or help.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Luggage]

- Suitcases and other large pieces of luggage cannot be brought into the seating area. In addition, baggage cannot be stored at Ryogoku View Hotel, the meeting location. Please make sure to store luggage at another location on your own in advance (coin lockers, etc.) or at your accommodation.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Language Support]

Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.

In the event that a bus company not listed in the Remarks/Important Notes will be used, customers will receive a separate confirmation document via email at least 1 day in advance.

Booking

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  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
112:3012:40Meet at Ryogoku View Hotel
(*The meeting location is not Ryogoku Kokugikan. )		Please show your reservation confirmation sheet at reception.

[Access to Ryogoku View Hotel]
- 1 min on foot from Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line)
- 7 min on foot from Ryogoku Station (Toei Oedo Line)
After exiting from the JR Ryogoku Station West Exit ticket gate, cross the pedestrian crossing immediately on the left and it will be just ahead (opposite direction of Ryogoku Kokugikan).

Please arrive by 10 minutes before departure.
The tour will walk to Ryogoku Kokugikan.
112:4013:0020Lecture About SumoThe National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will conduct a lecture about sumo at Ryogoku View Hotel.
1TransferHead to Ryogoku KokugikanOn Foot
113:1018:00290Watch Sumo at Ryogoku KokugikanEnjoy the thrilling sumo matches from 1st floor B-class box seats (floor seating).
Look forward to this special experience of being immersed in Japan's culture of sitting on a floor cushion and watching professional sumo wrestling.
*The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter may sit together with customers in the box seat.

[Time Schedule]
15:40 - Makuuchi Wrestler Ceremonial Entrance, Yokozuna Grand Champion Ring Entrance (will not take place if there are no Yokozuna present)
The crowd comes alive at the sight of their favorite wrestlers and cheers them on. The atmosphere in the arena brightens instantly.
16:00 - Makuuchi Division Wrestlers' Sumo Matches
18:00 - Bow-twirling Ceremony

Things to Do:
1. Check out the arena entrance lobby to look at the championship flags and other items given to champion sumo wrestlers. The lobby is also a popular spot for photo taking. *Not available on the last tournament day due to award ceremony preparations for the concluding program.

2. The arena houses a Sumo Museum where important sumo-related items such as woodblock prints, folding screens and ceremonial aprons from as far back as the Edo period are on display. Check out the exhibit during a break in the sumo matches.

3. There are shops on the 1st and 2nd floors of the arena. Enjoy shopping for fans, stationery, sweets, and other sumo-related merchandise. *Bringing food and drinks including alcohol into Kokugikan is prohibited.

4. Visitors can also enjoy chanko hot pot, the traditional meal of sumo wrestlers, at the large hall on the arena basement floor (additional charges apply).

*All tour participants will receive "The Sumo," a booklet about sumo (in English); and Banzuke-hyo, a table of rankings, as a gift (1 per person).
118:00Tour EndsPlease head to your next destination on your own after the tour.
The whole area around Ryogoku Station is filled with the atmosphere of the Grand Sumo Tournament. There are also many chanko hot pot restaurants run by former sumo wrestlers in this area.
  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
112:3012:40Meet at Ryogoku View Hotel
(*The meeting location is not Ryogoku Kokugikan. )		Please show your reservation confirmation sheet at reception.

[Access to Ryogoku View Hotel]
- 1 min on foot from Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line)
- 7 min on foot from Ryogoku Station (Toei Oedo Line)
After exiting from the JR Ryogoku Station West Exit ticket gate, cross the pedestrian crossing immediately on the left and it will be just ahead (opposite direction of Ryogoku Kokugikan).

Please arrive by 10 minutes before departure.
The tour will walk to Ryogoku Kokugikan.
112:4013:0020Lecture About SumoThe National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will conduct a lecture about sumo at Ryogoku View Hotel.
1TransferHead to Ryogoku KokugikanOn Foot
113:1018:00290Watch Sumo at Ryogoku KokugikanEnjoy the thrilling sumo matches from 1st floor B-class box seats (floor seating).
Look forward to this special experience of being immersed in Japan's culture of sitting on a floor cushion and watching professional sumo wrestling.
*The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter may sit together with customers in the box seat.

[Time Schedule]
15:40 - Makuuchi Wrestler Ceremonial Entrance, Yokozuna Grand Champion Ring Entrance (will not take place if there are no Yokozuna present)
The crowd comes alive at the sight of their favorite wrestlers and cheers them on. The atmosphere in the arena brightens instantly.
16:00 - Makuuchi Division Wrestlers' Sumo Matches
18:00 - Bow-twirling Ceremony

Things to Do:
1. Check out the arena entrance lobby to look at the championship flags and other items given to champion sumo wrestlers. The lobby is also a popular spot for photo taking. *Not available on the last tournament day due to award ceremony preparations for the concluding program.

2. The arena houses a Sumo Museum where important sumo-related items such as woodblock prints, folding screens and ceremonial aprons from as far back as the Edo period are on display. Check out the exhibit during a break in the sumo matches.

3. There are shops on the 1st and 2nd floors of the arena. Enjoy shopping for fans, stationery, sweets, and other sumo-related merchandise. *Bringing food and drinks including alcohol into Kokugikan is prohibited.

4. Visitors can also enjoy chanko hot pot, the traditional meal of sumo wrestlers, at the large hall on the arena basement floor (additional charges apply).

*All tour participants will receive "The Sumo," a booklet about sumo (in English); and Banzuke-hyo, a table of rankings, as a gift (1 per person).
118:00Tour EndsPlease head to your next destination on your own after the tour.
The whole area around Ryogoku Station is filled with the atmosphere of the Grand Sumo Tournament. There are also many chanko hot pot restaurants run by former sumo wrestlers in this area.

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