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Basic Information

Availability
July 13~26, 2025
Minimum Pax
1 Person
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Meet Location

  • Meijo-Koen Station

Included

  • Nagoya Grand Sumo Ticket
  • English guide
  • English Sumo Pamphlet
  • Souvenirs
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Nagoya Grand Sumo Watching Tour (July 13~26, 2025) Options

Chair A seat

Promotion

Overview

Feel the impact of every clash with reserved seating at Nagoya’s newest arena.

Experience the power and tradition of sumo wrestling at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament this July! Enjoy reserved seats at the brand-new Aichi International Arena (IG Arena), live English commentary, and exclusive sumo-themed souvenirs.

Why this tour?
▷ Watch live matches at the newly opened Aichi International Arena (IG Arena) near Nagoya Castle
▷ Enjoy reserved Chair S or A seats for an optimal viewing experience
▷ Gain deeper understanding with English commentary and a detailed sumo guide pamphlet
▷ Take home a special sumo-themed souvenir to remember your visit
▷ Be part of one of Japan’s six official sumo tournaments—an unforgettable cultural event

Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament (Ozumo Nagoya Basho)
Among Japan’s six annual sumo tournaments, the Nagoya Basho is a summer highlight. Held in mid-July at the newly opened Aichi International Arena (IG Arena) near Nagoya Castle, this year’s event is in especially high demand.
DateJuly 13~26
VenueAichi International Arena (IG Arena) (map)
SeatChair S seats: July 13, 19, 20, 21, 26
Chair A seats: July 14~18, 22~25



Itinerary

12:40pmMeet up with your English-speaking guide at Meijo-Koen Station
*Please note that it is NOT Nagoya Station.
~6:00pmEnjoy watching the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament
*Re-admission is possible until 5:00pm

How to book

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Please
keep in mind

1. Re-entry is permitted once only.
2. You may leave the venue at any time after the matches conclude.
3. Outside food and beverages, including alcohol, are not allowed in IG Arena. Please purchase items at the arena’s concession stands.
4. You may be asked to wait before being seated if any of the following are in progress: a sumo match, speeches by the Sumo Association (final day), the Makuuchi division ring-entering ceremony (dohyoiri), the Yokozuna ring-entering ceremony, or the final day’s ritual stomping ceremony. Please wait until these events conclude before proceeding to your seat.
5. Suitcases and large luggage cannot be brought into the seating area. Please store them in advance at coin lockers or your accommodation.
6. There are no elevators in IG Arena. You must use steep stairs to access seating. (*This also applies to wheelchair users.)
7. For a better viewing experience, consider bringing binoculars or a portable radio.
8. Please do not wait outside the arena to see sumo wrestlers, as it may inconvenience local residents.
9. No parking is available at the venue.
10. Spectators must remain in their assigned seats at all times.
11. Please set mobile phones to silent and avoid talking on them during the event.
12. When using cheering banners or towels, do not block the view of others.
13. Throwing seat cushions is strictly prohibited due to the risk of injury.
14. Guests arriving after the designated meeting time will have their reservations canceled.

Cancellation
policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
2 days before the reserved date (before 5:00pm KST): 100% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable