Things to do in Shinjuku

• Experience an up-close sumo show in Shinjuku with live bouts, cultural insights, and interactive moments in an intimate setting.

• Watch professional demonstrations by retired sumo wrestlers, showcasing traditional techniques, rituals, and the sport’s rich heritage.

• Enjoy clear bilingual commentary in English and Japanese, making it easy to understand every move and tradition.

• Take part in an interactive Q&A and even try a friendly sumo challenge for a fun, memorable cultural experience.

• Capture the moment with a souvenir photo and relax with complimentary water or tea during the show.

• Link two sides of Tokyo, moving from barefoot digital art at teamLab Planets to a live sumo show in Shinjuku, all planned in a single easy combo.

• Entry to teamLab Planets gives access to Floating Flower Garden, Infinite Crystal Universe, Extinct Forest, Reflective Water, and Forest Area.

• Shinjuku sumo show entry includes bouts with a bilingual MC, a history talk, Q&A, wrestler challenge, plus drink, photo, and clear-view seating.

• Visit both experiences on the same day, or split them across your trip; one combo booking keeps tickets and timings organized in one place.

- Step into Tokyo's sumo world in Shinjuku, sitting close to the action as wrestlers showcase rituals and give you a rare up-close view of the sport.

- Take your seat at the Shinjuku venue, where an English-speaking MC welcomes you and explains sumo etiquette before the first intense bout begins.

- Watch a live sumo performance as wrestlers demonstrate ceremonial moves, then join a Q&A session to ask the questions that most intrigue you.

- Cheer as selected guests step up to challenge a sumo wrestler in a fun face-off, then pose for photos alongside the wrestlers to remember your visit.

- Choose an afternoon or evening show time when booking so you can fit this sumo experience neatly around your Tokyo sightseeing plans.

• Transform your visit to Shinjuku Gyoen by slipping into an artisan silk kimono, turning each step into a cultural experience to photograph.
• After buying your Shinjuku Gyoen entry ticket, check in at the tea house, pick a kimono and obi, then relax as staff dress you and style your hair.
• Head out dressed in an obi belt and tabi socks with sandals and a handbag, so your kimono is matched from head to toe as you wander the park.
• Savor moments among Shinjuku Gyoen's seasonal colors, with a Japanese umbrella on rainy days and kimono return only required by 4:00 PM.

• “Please note that every guest must have a valid International Drivers Permit (IDP) Under the 1949 Geneva Convention in booklet form. If you are from Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium or Monaco you will need a translation of your drivers license from JAF upon arriving in Japan. Please make sure to check "Know Before You Go" section below for detailed requirements.”

• Route: Yoyogi Park→ Shibuya Scramble Crossing→ Omotesando Harajuku→ Shinjuku Kabukicho→Tokyo Metropolitan building

• Zoom through Shibuya, one of the busiest parts of Tokyo, in a thrilling one-hour go-karting experience.

• Led by an English-speaking guide and a car leading the route, you can traverse the streets of Tokyo like an expert.

• Wear fun and colorful costumes and feel like a movie star while racing through the nooks and corners of Shibuya.

• Get candid photographs of your city adventure and preserve these memories for a lifetime!

• Route: Shibuya Crossing → Harajuku → Shinjuku

• Zip through Tokyo’s trendiest streets in 75 minutes, from Harajuku’s fashion vibes to Shinjuku’s neon-lit energy in costume.

• Suit up in a fun costume and cruise the city streets while enjoying the thrill of a high-energy go-kart ride.

• Follow a professional guide who keeps the ride smooth and ensures you catch the city’s most exciting spots.

• Experience Tokyo’s unique mix of style, nightlife, and bustling city energy in one short but action-packed tour.

• Enjoy a family-friendly introduction to samurai culture, designed for children and adults aged 3 and above.

• Dress in traditional samurai attire, including a kimono-style top and hakama, for an immersive cultural experience.

• Learn beginner-friendly sword movements, grip, and posture under the guidance of an experienced instructor.

• Practice simple samurai techniques in a fun, approachable setting designed to keep younger participants engaged.