• Experience Japan's national sport at THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA: choose a show or workshop led by former pros
• About 2-hour show: sumo's story in music, lights and video, ending with a real bout by former pros
• In the workshop, step onto the dohyo, learn basic moves from former pros and join a practice bout
• Lottery winners put on sumo gear, challenge a wrestler on stage and pose for photos
• Meal included by package: Hirakuza Japanese bento, a snack bag or chicken sumo hot pot
• Shows run up to twice daily at 5 PM and 8 PM; the workshop starts at 1:30 PM

What happens at the Sumo Show?

A good fit for anyone who wants an easy introduction to sumo culture: the
performers lead you into the authentic world of sumo.

• Duration: about 2 hours, including meal and photo time.
• Show times: up to 2 shows a day, 5–7 PM or 8–10 PM (check the calendar for exact dates).
• Before the show: enjoy your Japanese bento and drinks.
• Program: the show has two parts, and the program may vary by session:
  • Part 1, Encounter the Myths: the history and origins of sumo told through music, lighting and video
  • Part 2, Understanding Sumo: the rules and techniques explained so first-timers can follow
  • Grand finale: a real bout between former professional wrestlers, with the power of sumo up close
  
  
• Interactive challenge: in the later part of the show, if you are chosen, you go on stage, put on sumo gear, take on a wrestler and finish with a commemorative photo.
• Lottery: to enter the sumo experience lottery, arrive before the show starts.

What do you do in the Sumo Workshop?

For travelers who want to step onto the dohyo and try sumo themselves; about
70 minutes.

• Entry: entry at 1 PM; check in 15 minutes before the start.
• 1:30 PM, Learn Sumo: professional staff introduce sumo culture and the basics.
• "Tai" (Body), watch a real bout: wrestlers demonstrate a match so you can pick up the practical points.
• Main event, step onto the dohyo: former professional wrestlers teach the basic moves, then you join a practice bout.
• Challenge a wrestler: lottery winners put on sumo gear and take on a wrestler. How confident are you?
• Sumo hot pot: after the session, everyone enjoys a Hirakuza special chicken sumo hot pot, the authentic "rikishi" meal, then takes a photo with the wrestlers.

Important information

• Meeting point: THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA
• Start times: 1 PM / 5 PM / 8 PM (varies by package)
• Suitable for: travelers interested in Japanese culture, sumo and interactive activities