Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

At Kyoto Sumo Club, enjoy sumo history and culture with an authentic sumo-style meal and All-You-Can-Eat & All-You-Can-Drink. At the beginning, delight in a traditional Japanese dance performed by geisha in elegant kimono, setting the tone before the sumo show begins. The show begins with a traditional geisha dance, followed by live demonstrations of exercises, techniques, and sumo etiquette. Then, watch a best-of-three match between retired sumo wrestlers. You can also step into the ring and challenge a wrestler ※Challenger spots are limited; if there are too many applicants, participants will be chosen by lottery ※This is a fun, family-friendly show, not a real training session or tournament All guests receive a souvenir gift bag as a keepsake of their sumo experience. Every seat offers an intimate view of the sumo ring.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Know Before You Go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that the Sumo Show is different from a serious morning practice tour or a sumo tournament. It is designed as a fun, family-friendly entertainment experience for both adults and children.
• Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the show starts.
• The number of challengers for the Sumo Challenge is limited. If there are many applicants, participants will be selected by lottery.
• Vegetarian and vegan meals are available upon request, but must be reserved at least 2 days in advance.
• If your friends or family booked separately, please add their name or booking number in the comments. Please arrive together if possible so we can try to seat you in the same area
• Please inform us in advance if your group includes two or more infants under 2 years old.
• Infants aged 0–1 years can join free of charge for the Sumo Show.