Half-Day Guided Bus Tour Sumo Chopsticks and Shrine
AM Half-Day Tour
Chopsticks Studio Ginza
MEETING POINTAM Half-Day Tour
PM Half-Day Tour
Chopsticks Studio Ginza
MEETING POINTPM Half-Day Tour
Overview
Discover Tokyo beyond the modern cityscape through Japanese craftsmanship, Shinto culture, and the world of sumo.
Start in Ginza with a hands-on chopstick-making experience. Create your own pair of traditional Japanese chopsticks and take them home as a unique souvenir.
Next, visit Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, a historic shrine with a deep connection to the history of sumo. Learn about the origins and traditions of sumo while exploring the shrine with your English-speaking guide.
The highlight is an authentic sumo experience inside a former sumo stable. Unlike typical sumo experience venues, this location was actually used as a professional training ground. Learn about sumo’s history, rules, and techniques, watch a live demonstration, and even try basic sumo techniques alongside a real sumo wrestler!
Experience Japanese culture through hands-on activities, history, and Japan’s traditional sport—all in one memorable day.
- An English-speaking guide leads this tour
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Craft your own traditional Japanese chopsticks to take home as a souvenir
- Step inside a former professional sumo stable to learn rules and traditions
Included & Excluded
- A Professional English Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi service
- Entry/Admission for Sumo Show
- Chopstick making experience fee
- Sumo demonstration by former sumo wrestler
- First hand Sumo experience (upto 3 participants)
- Gratuity (not obligatory)
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Optional Activities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting Point
Meeting point
【MEETING POINT】 Chopsticks Studio Ginza 【ADDRESS】Japan, 104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1-chōme−14−１２ 楠本第１７ビル 1階 【Meeting time】10:50am or 2:50pm【Departure time】11:00am or 3:00pm ★Look out for green and white flag “Japan Panoramic Tours” ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows
Itinerary
Chopsticks Studio Ginza
Discover the art of Japanese craftsmanship through a hands-on chopstick-making experience. During this 60-minute workshop, learn about the care and attention to detail that go into making Japanese chopsticks, then create your own unique pair. Personalize them with your name, a favorite design, or a unique meaning that is personal to you and make it a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
Tomioka Hachimangu
Visit Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, home to one of Japan’s largest mikoshi (portable shrines) and known as the birthplace of Edo Kanjin Sumo, an important chapter in the history of professional sumo in Edo. Before experiencing sumo as a uniquely Japanese sport, take a step back in time and discover its rich history, traditions, and cultural roots at this historic shrine.
Tokyo Sumo Beya
Learn the history, traditions, and basic rules of sumo, Japan’s traditional sport, before stepping into an authentic sumo environment. This unique venue was once Kitanoumi Stable, where legendary Yokozuna Kitanoumi served as stablemaster and trained wrestlers. Today, it is described as the only venue in Japan that uses an actual former sumo stable. After discovering the traditions behind the sport, get closer to the action with a hands-on sumo experience alongside a real sumo wrestler—an opportunity to experience the strength, technique, and spirit of sumo for yourself.
Cancellation Policy
To cancel your booking, please contact us directly.
Please note that the cancellation policy outlined below will apply to all cancellations.
● 8 or more days prior to the tour date: 0% charge
● 7-2days prior to the tour date: 30% charged of the tour fare
● 1day prior to the tour date: 40% charged of the tour fare
● Prior to the starting time of the tour: 50% charged of the tour fare
● On or after the tour date or without notice, No show: 100% charged of the tour fare
No-shows and cancellations made on or after the tour date are charged 100% of the tour fare. Refunds are not issued for itinerary changes caused by weather or operational reasons
Additional Information
- Confirmation received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible; stroller accessible
- Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic and weather
- Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring your booking confirmation