Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament with Round-Trip Shinkansen from Tokyo (July 12 - 26)

Guided Nagoya Grand Sumo with round-trip Shinkansen from Tokyo and reserved seats.

Getting Started

Pick up your Shinkansen tickets before departure and travel independently from Tokyo to Nagoya using your reserved train tickets. Meet your licensed guide at the designated meeting point in Nagoya, where your tickets will be validated and you’ll receive your audio earphone set and tour materials before heading to the tournament venue.

What To Expect

Experience Japan’s national sport during the July tournament window (Jul 12–26). Watch top-division wrestlers compete on the dohyo and learn about the rituals, rankings, and match traditions.

• Reserved seating – Sit in your chosen section with clear views of the ring for uninterrupted match viewing.

• Licensed guidance – A National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter provides cultural context and answers questions.

• Audio earphone guide – Hear commentary and guidance without missing the action on the dohyo.

• Smooth travel – Round-trip Shinkansen streamlines the journey between Tokyo and Nagoya for a focused matchday.

• Take-home materials – “The Sumo” English booklet and a banzuke-hyo help decode rankings and rituals during and after the event.