Great Introduction to Sumo with Additional Background Information
This was my first time watching sumo and I definitely feel like I got my value in the tickets and the tour guide from Japan Wonder Travel. Yuriko was amazing - she had provided a lot of background information being a sumo fan herself. She even created a fact sheet for the day's matches to provide to us. Overall was a great experience and definitely look forward to watching sumo live again.
Super entertaining sumo!
When in Tokyo … we felt like we had to see a real sumo championship. Our family of four (two parents and two young adults) really enjoyed watching the sumo matches. Each ‘bout’ has some ceremonial activity before it and then the fight itself is over very quickly - sometimes in a matter of seconds. Each session has a series of matches/bouts (not sure of the proper term) and they were all great to watch. Before going into see the sumo, our guide Harumi gave us some great insights into the history of sumo and into how the different sumo status levels are achieved, as well as into the rituals, and the venue.
The stadium was great too - we had a good view of the sumo even though we weren’t super close. There were also affordable snacks and non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks you could purchase within the venue (just like any good events arena/ sports stadium). Highly recommend the experience.