Ryogoku Kokugikan

4.5

Called the Ryogoku Kokugikan, this is widely known as a venue for sumo competitions. It can accommodate more than 10,000 spectators and hosts various events besides sumo including pro-wrestling, boxing and concerts. Inside the venue’s shop visitors can purchase sweets and original merchandise featuring sumo motifs even when an official sumo tournament is not being held. The facility also houses the Sumo Museum where visitors can see color prints and ornamental aprons, as well as photos of past yokozuna champions.

Spot details

Address: Tokyo Sumida-ku Yokoami 1-3-28 Map
Area: Ryogoku / Kinshicho / Kameido Area
Phone: 0336235111

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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The Center of the Sumo Universe

Reviewed : 2023.06.14

This is the center of the Sumo Universe. Best venue to watch Sumo.The seating is traditional Japanese downstairs and western actual chair seats upstairs. If you enjoy being folded up like a lawn...
Such fun!

Reviewed : 2023.06.10

Went to Sumo again in May 2023. Its always such fun to watch Sumo. I wish I could attend all tournaments. Kokugikan has comfortable seats, unlike some other venues.
A great arena

Reviewed : 2023.01.26

We had a brilliant experience attending the Sumo Wrestling tournament. We were on a tour run by Arumachi and had a truly great day. The arena and set up are really good. The small museum was very...