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Shaun1965
Oxenford, Australia48 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
1 Chome-3-20 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan
Located in: RYŌGOKU STATION
After visiting the edo museum we were heading to the train station and decided to stop in for some okonimiake. Whilst looking round we discovered a Sumo wrestling exhibition bout, where they explain all the rules and practices then hold 3 exhibition bouts. This was one of the highlights of my trip, being so up close to the sumo wrestlers and being able to get some great shots. The food was great afterwards. Well worth a trip on its own. I believe the exhibition fights are at 10:00 and 11:00 am.
Written 21 February 2020
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BabyboomerWA
Dunsborough, Australia239 contributions
Nov 2022
Unfortunately, the Sumo tournament was being held outside of Tokyo when we visited in November 2022, but we found this area still worthwhile visiting. The railway station has interesting Sumo displays, and there are lots of Sumo related attractions. We could see younger Sumo wrestlers practicing at the Sumo Stadium across the road from the Station. There are also many other attractions for visitors in the Ryogoku/Sumida area, including beautiful Japanese gardens/parks and museums. The Sumida River is close by for a pleasant amble.
Written 12 January 2023
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kato_80_80
Melbourne, Australia47 contributions
Jan 2013 • Couples
We booked tickets for the Grand Sumo Tournament online, only about a month before our trip to Tokyo and were really lucky to get seats. We saw many people turn up on the day trying to get in, but it's virtually impossible if you don't pre-book tickets! Be warned! The Sumo Tournament runs from about 10am to 6pm, but it's not necessary to be there all day. Many people do not arrive until the more advanced rounds commence in the mid-afternoon (approx 2.00pm). Take the time to walk a lap around the halls on the ground floor when you arrive - you will see a number of places to buy food (excellent Bento boxes for approx 1000 yen each, large size) and drinks, as well as souvenirs. It's MUCH cheaper to buy food and drinks (especially beer) on the first floor than from the outlets on the second floor. Keep your eyes peeled for the free English language guide book on the first floor too - this gives you a run down of the history of sumo, the rules and exactly what's going on and makes watching the rounds immeasurably more interesting and engaging! Overall it was a really interesting day, we learned a bit of Japanese history and got into the swing of things in the crowd - lots of little grannies waving flags and cheering for their favourite wrestlers was a highlight!
Written 10 February 2013
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Michael B
Suffolk, UK303 contributions
First off, let me preface this review about the arena seating. Nearly every seat has an excellent view, because the arena is fairly small. So you don't have to pay top money for box seats or front upper level.
Here is the breakdown, box seats are most expensive and are just mats you sit on and start at approx 10,000 yen per person. Then you have the 2nd level with four different sections, Arena Chairs A, B, C and general admission. Section A has nice movie theater style seats with little trays for food and drinks (about 8500 yen). Section B has same seats with no tray (about 5000 yen). Section C has smaller seats and not as cushioned (about 3700 yen).The general admission is the last row and only sold on the day of the tournaments. The whole upper sections has a total of only 18 rows, so the sight difference is not much between front and backs of section.
Now if you have kids, i think it is fine to bring any aged child, never that loud in there. My kids enjoyed it in fact. Under age 3 does not need a ticket (but has to sit on lap).
I would always sit in Arena Chairs B, simply because they are comfortable, lots of leg room, even for American standards, and still great sights for children to see and move around.
The food selections are somewhat limited with mostly Japanese foods and things like hot dogs and French fries. However you can leave the tournament once with reentry, so you could eat at one of the many places nearby. In addition, you can bring your own food and drinks into the stadium, which is a plus for people with kids.
If you do not want to be there all day, I suggest getting there at around 1330-1400, that's when the pros start and it gets more lively. It all finishes at around 1800 (6pm).
So to review, best seats are
Arena Chairs Section B, you can bring children with no issues, and you can bring food inside on your own. And lastly, many of the workers speak English and are very helpful.
Here is the breakdown, box seats are most expensive and are just mats you sit on and start at approx 10,000 yen per person. Then you have the 2nd level with four different sections, Arena Chairs A, B, C and general admission. Section A has nice movie theater style seats with little trays for food and drinks (about 8500 yen). Section B has same seats with no tray (about 5000 yen). Section C has smaller seats and not as cushioned (about 3700 yen).The general admission is the last row and only sold on the day of the tournaments. The whole upper sections has a total of only 18 rows, so the sight difference is not much between front and backs of section.
Now if you have kids, i think it is fine to bring any aged child, never that loud in there. My kids enjoyed it in fact. Under age 3 does not need a ticket (but has to sit on lap).
I would always sit in Arena Chairs B, simply because they are comfortable, lots of leg room, even for American standards, and still great sights for children to see and move around.
The food selections are somewhat limited with mostly Japanese foods and things like hot dogs and French fries. However you can leave the tournament once with reentry, so you could eat at one of the many places nearby. In addition, you can bring your own food and drinks into the stadium, which is a plus for people with kids.
If you do not want to be there all day, I suggest getting there at around 1330-1400, that's when the pros start and it gets more lively. It all finishes at around 1800 (6pm).
So to review, best seats are
Arena Chairs Section B, you can bring children with no issues, and you can bring food inside on your own. And lastly, many of the workers speak English and are very helpful.
Written 25 January 2014
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Hirashiki
937 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Our original plan was to visit the sumo museum even though we knew for a fact that there was no tournament at the time. Unfortunately, the museum was also closed for the day. We stopped by Ryogkoku Sumida. There were lots of eateries in the area, from bento to sweet shops. The Japanese desserts were simply awesome, not only pleasant to look at, but its taste was even better.
Written 27 August 2017
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Indigo_Scott
Tokyo, Japan459 contributions
Dec 2014 • Solo
The sumo building located near the Edo Museum is the place to see sumo in January, May, and September. If you're not here during these months the area is still worth a visit because many, many sumo stables are located here and there's a very good chance you'll see a sumo wrestler or two walking around town. They're usually fairly good about having a photo taken.
Written 16 May 2015
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duhness
Singapore, Singapore40 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
Nice quiet area flanked by really busy districts. Oshiage and sky tree to the west, akihabara to the east. You might come across trainee sump wrestlers strolling along
Written 9 March 2017
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia29,079 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
Ryogoku is an older part of Tokyo with a fair amount of history.Also traditionally it has not been one of the better parts of Tokyo but it does have history with the Sumo Hal, the Edo Museum and the various memorials in Yokoamichio Park which remembers the 1923 Great kanto Earthquake. There are many small restaurants, typical of Tokyo and access is via the JB Chuo Sobu line from Akihabara (three stops) or the Odeo Line (red E 12).
If you are interested in Sumo or the earthquake and Edo history this is a good place to visit.
If you are interested in Sumo or the earthquake and Edo history this is a good place to visit.
Written 29 January 2017
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NewYork5555
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan421 contributions
Jun 2016 • Solo
Ryogoku is famous for Kokugikan,Sumo Wrestling arena and Edo Tokyo Museum. There are many restaurants that are operated by ex Sumo wrestlers, which serve Chanko Nabe around Ryogoku Station. Ekoin Temple is also famous, but the building is not traditional Japanese one.Buildings here were mostly built after WW2,therefore, not traditional one since the area were completely destroyed and burned out during the WW2, so you could not expect there being spots that are filled with traditional Japanese.The area is near the center of Tokyo, merely 10 minutes ride on train from Tokyo Station.
Written 23 December 2016
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Tomo T
10 contributions
Jan 2016 • Family
Welcomed by huge sumo rikishi pictures at Ryogoku station, you immediately slip in to traditional Tokyo - Edo. Sumo stadium, Edo Tokyo Museum, nostalgic and tasty Tokyo food. Here is a town you can enjoy the classic Tokyo.
Written 11 October 2016
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Are there any matches scheduled between April 1 and 10?
Written 27 November 2017
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