Tour the Sumo Mecca and Visit the Sumo Museum Inside the Hall
About this spot
The mecca of professional sumo, marked by its distinctive green roof. The Sumo Museum on the first floor offers free viewing of precious materials including woodblock prints and ornate silk aprons worn by wrestlers. During honbasho tournaments in Ryogoku, flags bearing wrestler names line the streets, and children get excited encountering real sumo wrestlers around town. It's a place where three generations can enjoy unique entertainment, with grandparents sharing nostalgic stories of legendary wrestlers.
Tips
The Sumo Museum is primarily open on weekdays and requires an admission ticket during honbasho tournaments to enter. It's best to check the official website for opening dates before your visit.
Best time to visit
Takes about 45 minutes. The area becomes very crowded during honbasho tournaments.
Access & map
1-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida Ward, Tokyo 130-0015
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Ryogoku: A Stroll Through the Sumo Town and Hokusai Art
Tokyo
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