Kyoto: Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot & Geisha

About

At Kyoto Sumo Club, enjoy sumo history and culture with an authentic sumo-style meal and All-You-Can-Eat & All-You-Can-Drink. At the beginning, delight in a traditional Japanese dance performed by geisha in elegant kimono, setting the tone before the sumo show begins. The show begins with a traditional geisha dance, followed by live demonstrations of exercises, techniques, and sumo etiquette. Then, watch a best-of-three match between retired sumo wrestlers. You can also step into the ring and challenge a wrestler ※Challenger spots are limited; if there are too many applicants, participants will be chosen by lottery ※This is a fun, family-friendly show, not a real training session or tournament All guests receive a souvenir gift bag as a keepsake of their sumo experience. Every seat offers an intimate view of the sumo ring.

What's included

• All-You-Can-Eat & All-You-Can-Drink featuring signature Chanko-nabe and a wide range of dishes

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that the Sumo Show is different from a serious morning practice tour or a sumo tournament. It is designed as a fun, family-friendly entertainment experience for both adults and children.
• Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the show starts.
• The number of challengers for the Sumo Challenge is limited. If there are many applicants, participants will be selected by lottery.
• Vegetarian and vegan meals are available upon request, but must be reserved at least 2 days in advance.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked

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  All-You-Can-Eat & All-You-Can-Drink featuring signature Chanko-nabe and a wide range of dishes

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