Ryogoku Kokugikan
Ryogoku, Tokyo
The national sumo stadium. If a tournament is on, drop everything: 15 days each January, May, and September of the best live sport spectacle in Japan. Off-season, the neighbourhood still runs on sumo.
Nearest station Ryogoku (JR Sobu Line)
Cost ¥¥
Time needed Half day on tournament days
Best time Jan, May, Sep tournaments
Insider tip
Cheap upper-tier tickets go on sale each morning at the box office. Off-season, eat chanko nabe (sumo stew) at a stable-run restaurant nearby.
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Good to know
- How do I get to Ryogoku Kokugikan?
- The nearest station is Ryogoku (JR Sobu Line). Ryogoku Kokugikan is in Ryogoku, Tokyo.
- How much does Ryogoku Kokugikan cost?
- Ryogoku Kokugikan is mid-range, marked ¥¥ on our price scale.
- How long do you need at Ryogoku Kokugikan?
- Plan for half day on tournament days.
- When is the best time to visit Ryogoku Kokugikan?
- Jan, May, Sep tournaments.
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