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Asakusa
Tokyo Sumo Show: Hot Pot, Photos & Geisha Dance!
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Overview
Experience the energy of Japan's national sport at the Tokyo Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Photo in Asakusa! This unique experience gives a look into the world of sumo wrestling, complete with demonstrations, cultural performances, and a chance to step into the ring. Enjoy a fun sumo show that's great for everyone, from kids to adults.
Watch former sumo wrestlers show their skills and learn about the rules of sumo. Guests can also enjoy a Japanese dance performed by geisha in beautiful kimonos. The highlight is a chance to try sumo yourself! You can also savor a tasty chicken hot pot (Chanko-Nabe), a meal often enjoyed by sumo wrestlers, with all-you-can-eat sides, prepared by former sumo wrestlers.
Located in the historic Asakusa district, Taito City, Tokyo, this experience combines cultural immersion with delicious food and entertainment. Plus, you’ll get a souvenir photo with a sumo wrestler and an original sumo gift set to remember your experience. 
Highlights
Watch Real Sumo Wrestlers: See former sumo wrestlers show off their skills and learn about this Japanese sport.
Try Sumo Wrestling: Step into the ring and feel what it's like to be a sumo wrestler (rikishi).
Eat Chicken Hot Pot: Enjoy a tasty and filling chicken hot pot (Chanko-Nabe) meal prepared by former sumo wrestlers with all-you-can-eat Japanese food.
Get a Souvenir Photo: Take home a photo with a sumo wrestler and a special sumo souvenir set.
Enjoy Geisha Dance: Watch a Japanese dance performed by geisha in beautiful kimonos.
Bilingual Commentary: Listen to an English and Japanese explanation of the Sumo Experience so everyone understands.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers loved watching the sumo wrestlers and learning about sumo.
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Many visitors enjoyed the chance to try sumo wrestling themselves.
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People really liked the hot pot meal and the souvenirs.
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Visitors thought the show was fun for all ages.
Some people mentioned that if there were a lot of people, only one person in a group might get to try sumo.
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Wheelchair seating is limited so please confirm before you book.
The Journey
Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo
Asakusa is a district in Tokyo known for its traditional atmosphere and the Senso-ji temple. Here you will experience sumo wrestling and savor chicken hot pot and other Japanese dishes prepared by former sumo wrestlers.
Sumo Ring
Step into the ring and experience what it's like to be a rikishi, or sumo wrestler. It is the highlight of the event will be the opportunity to enter the ring yourself.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a photo with a former sumo wrestler, an original souvenir set, an all-you-can-eat chicken hot pot (Chanko-Nabe) meal and Japanese cuisine, one drink, the Entertainment Sumo Show, a Geisha dance and photo opportunity, and bilingual commentary. It does not include hotel pickup and drop-off or additional drink costs. Children 0-2 years old are free, but no seat and meal are provided. Ages 3-12 will be charged the child rate. Vegetarian and Vegan meals are available if requested 2 days prior to your reservation.
Hot Tip
Some people recommend arriving a little early to get a good seat and be ready for the show. Keep in mind that wheelchair seating is limited, so please ask about it when you book your ticket. Also, if you have special food needs like vegetarian or vegan meals you must reserve it 2 days before your reservation.
Review Summary
People usually say the Tokyo Sumo Entertainment Show is a fun, interactive, and memorable experience, especially for families and first-time visitors. The highlight is the close-up sumo demonstration and the chance to try sumo wrestling, while the all-you-can-eat chicken hot pot and photo with the wrestlers are frequently mentioned as great touches. Some guests note that the food is good but not exceptional, and a few mention that the venue can be crowded, but most agree the show itself is entertaining and well-organized.
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