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This guided tour offers a deep dive into Japan&#39;s sumo wrestling culture, providing a unique opportunity to explore the Ryogoku district, home to this ancient sport. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you&#39;ll not only visit key sumo landmarks but also gain insider knowledge about the traditions and lifestyle of sumo wrestlers. Topping off the experience is a hearty Chanko Nabe lunch, a dish central to sumo wrestlers&#39; diets, giving you a true taste of sumo life. It&#39;s an immersive cultural experience that both history buffs and food enthusiasts will love.

100% refund if cancelled 1 day before departure

Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on site)

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours, including the lunch.

Yes, children can join the tour, but they should be accompanied by an adult.

Chanko Nabe is a hot pot dish traditionally eaten by sumo wrestlers. It typically includes a variety of ingredients like vegetables, meat, and tofu, cooked in a flavorful broth.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking around the Ryogoku district.

This small-group tour led by a sumo expert guide gives you a chance to get to know all about sumo history and culture and sumo wrestlers&#39; daily lives. While you may or may not have a chance to see real sumo bouts during your stay in Japan, this tour will prime you with all the background knowledge to increase your joy of watching sumo, be it in Japan or back home.

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Enjoy a walking tour around Ryogoku, a sumo town. Visit sumo-related landmarks and learn how sumo started and developed over 1600 years. Look at sumo stables from the outside where sumo wrestlers live and train and learn from your knowledgeable guide what their life and career look like plus get answers to any sumo-related questions.

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Next, you&#39;ll have lunch at one of the best chanko-nabe restaurants in Ryogoku. This nutrient hot-pot dish is the centerpiece of sumo wrestlers&#39; diet to gain weight and muscles to build their bodies. Eating from the same hot-pot dish ferments a sense of solidarity and teamwork. It is not accidental that chankonabe has become the mainstay of the wrestlers&#39; regimen.

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Toei Oedo Line Ryogoku Sta. (E12) A3 Exit on the ground. Please note that there are two Ryogoku Stations: Toei and JR. It should be Toei but NOT JR. 
Japan, Tokyo, Sumida City, Ryōgoku2 Chome&minus;18&minus;15 巴潟

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li>Guided tour of the Ryogoku district</li>
	<li>Entry to the Sumo Museum and Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena (outside)</li>
	<li>Traditional Chanko Nabe lunch</li>
	<li>Expert local guide providing insights into sumo culture</li>
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	<li>Know in advance:the tour does not entail viewing sumo practice or matches, since its focus is to get to know a broad array of things about sumo to increase the joy of watching either in Japan or back home</li>
	<li>The prices indicated are per person. If you are a group of 2 or more people you must choose the option &quot;2 or more adults&quot; and increase the quantity according to the total number of participants, up to a max of 8</li>
	<li>Children up to 5 years old can participate in this tour for free. However, they will not be served lunch at the restaurant</li>
	<li>Remember to bring:since the tour entails a moderate amount of walking, you should wear comfortable shoes</li>
	<li>Vouchers on smartphones or tablets are accepted. Printed vouchers are also accepted.</li>
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Ryogoku guided tour with chanko-nabe lunch

Toei Oedo Line Ryogoku Sta. (E12) A3 Exit on the ground. Please note that there are two Ryogoku Stations: Toei and JR. It should be Toei but NOT JR.

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