Osaka Premium Sumo Training and Match with Former Rikishi

New1 h 10 minFree cancellationBy Sumo restaurant Ochiizumibeya

About this activity

Experience authentic sumo training, learn from former rikishi, and take on the challenge!

Step into the dohyō with former professional rikishi for a small-group experience focused on training, etiquette, techniques, and a match.

During this approximately 70-minute session, practice shiko, matawari, tachiai, butsukari-geiko, basic techniques, and traditional etiquette including sonkyo, chiri-chozu, bowing, and match procedures.

Every participant will challenge a former professional rikishi in a sumo match. Participants do not wrestle against each other.

The experience is held on a specially designed full-size mat-based dohyō and is limited to 15 participants.

Family and friends can join as spectators for ¥3,500 per person, including a drink and popcorn. Children aged 12 and under attend free. Spectators may also have the chance to join as a gyoji or yobidashi!

The program is open to first-time visitors and guests who have already watched sumo or visited other sumo attractions.

What's included

✓Basic sumo training
✓Commemorative photo session
✓Sumo match against a former professional rikishi
✓Basic sumo techniques and winning moves
✓Sumo posture, etiquette, and traditional movements
✓Direct instruction from former professional rikishi
✓Q&A session

Not included

✕Regular sumo show
✕Spectator admission for accompanying guests aged 13

Meeting and pickup

When you enter the restaurant, the staff will meet you at the entrance and guide you to the appropriate floor. If no staff member is present at the entrance, please ring the bell located there, and a staff member or guide will come to meet you shortly.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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