Walk of Ryogoku, the Sumo Town
The tour focuses on the area of Ryogoku, on the Tokyo's east side. Ryogoku is well-known as the center for the sumo world where a tournament is held three times a year. The itinerary will provide insight to the sport with opportunity to view an actual sized ring as well as a visit to the Sumo Museum
📍Meeting point: JR Ryogoku Station, west exit (adjacent to the sumo arena) I will be standing near the Becks Coffee Shop which you will see on the left after clearing the ticket barrier.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 5 minActual sized sumo ring is displayed and here guide will make a simple explanation about the rules of sumo.
Stop 2
⏱ 5 minSmall museum within the arena which has some themed exhibitions when the tournament is held.
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minA quiet Japanese-style garden with views of the Tokyo Skytree in the distance.
Stop 4
⏱ 30 minMemorial to victims of the Great Kanto Earthquake in September 1923
Stop 5
Pass byUnique architecture by the Pritzker Prize winning unit SANAA.
Stop 6
⏱ 30 minBuddhist temple where previously sumo tournaments were held.
What’s Included
- ✓Personal guide in English
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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