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Kyoto Sumo Show: Challenging Sumo, Photo with Wrestlers & Drink

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$77.54
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Step Into the Ring with Pros: Don’t just watch—step onto an authentic sumo ring (dohyo) and test your strength against giant former professional wrestlers!

Purify the Dohyo Yourself: Experience the iconic salt-throwing ritual firsthand and feel like a real sumo wrestler before the match.

Feel the Raw Power Up-Close: Hear the breath, feel the ground shake, and witness thunderous body clashes just inches away from your seat.

Suit Up & Strike a Pose: Put on sumo attire, snap high-energy photos, and celebrate with victory high-fives during an explosive finale.
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Gion Sumo Show & Salt Throwing
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Admission / 1 drink / 60-min sumo show ticket / English live commentary / Photo with wrestlers
  • Transportation expenses

Meeting point
6minute walk from GionShijo Station Please come up to the 2nd floor.
Return details
6minute walk from GionShijo Station Please come up to the 2nd floor.

Step into Japanese tradition with the Kyoto Gion Yasaka Sumo Live Performance (Includes Salt Throwing Experience), 6 mins from Gion-Shijo Station near Yasaka Shrine. Enjoy a drink as an English guide explains sumo history and rules. Watch former professional wrestlers clash in an intense live demonstration. Then step onto the ring (dohyo) to scatter salt, wear sumo attire, and join a fun challenge for all ages. Capture photos/videos with wrestlers and enjoy high-fives in a lively finale. Notes: Arrive 15 mins before start time; no outside food, drinks, or smoking allowed; free entry for kids aged 2 and under; no parking, please use public transport; cancellations per booking platform terms.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Kyoto Sumo Show: Challenging Sumo, Photo with Wrestlers & Drink

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $77.54
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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