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Experience elegance. Revel in style.
The solemn voice of a sumo referee,
the graceful hospitality of a geisha—an indulgence reserved for adults.
Watch a live sumo tournament from one of only two exclusive box seats, accompanied by expert commentary from a former gyoji (sumo referee)*—an exceptionally rare and privileged experience.
Travel to the historic geisha district of Mukojima aboard a private charter cruise, where refined hospitality is provided by geisha throughout your elegant journey.
At a traditional ryotei (Japanese restaurant) in Mukojima—typically closed to first-time visitors—you’ll have the rare opportunity to experience authentic ozashiki-asobi, the refined games and performances of geisha culture.
The multi-course meal served on this occasion features washoku*, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, and accommodates Halal and vegan guests with the utmost care.
* Gyoji: In professional sumo, a gyoji is the official responsible for conducting matches and making judgment calls on the outcome of each bout.
* Washoku refers to traditional Japanese cuisine recognized by UNESCO for its cultural significance.
* Guests will use personalized traditional craft items from Sumida Ward—such as engraved Edo Kiriko sake cups and chopsticks—which they may take home as exclusive souvenirs.
Edo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese cut glass craft, known for its intricate patterns and brilliant transparency, originating in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) in the 19th century.
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■ Scheduled Dates
September 16 (Tue) & 22 (Mon), 2025
■ Price
¥900,000 per person (tax included)
■ Included
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Grand Sumo Tournament premium seat ticket
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Private charter cruise
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Dining at a traditional ryotei
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Ozashiki-asobi geisha entertainment experience
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English-speaking guide/interpreter
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Chauffeured car service
■ Itinerary
14:00 Hotel pick-up (Tokyo area)
15:00 Sumo tournament viewing with live commentary by a former gyoji (referee)
18:00 End of viewing
18:15 Board private cruise at Ryogoku Pier
18:45 Arrive at Koumebashi Pier
19:00 Ryotei experience: dinner, geisha performance, and ozashiki-asobi
21:00 Experience concludes
21:30 Hotel drop-off (Tokyo area)
* Itinerary subject to change due to operational circumstances.
■ Duration: Approx. 450 minutes
■ Minimum Participants: 2
■ Maximum Participants: 16
■ Booking Deadline:
By 5:00 PM (JST), 3 months in advance
(For the January tournament, by the end of September)
Booking deadline does not guarantee seat availability.
■ Languages: English / Japanese
■ Important Notes
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Beach sandals, shorts, and overly revealing attire are not permitted.
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Jackets are not required; jeans are acceptable. As the ozashiki is held on tatami mats, please wear clothing suitable for sitting comfortably.
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Infants and elementary school children are generally not permitted at the ryotei. The ozashiki experience is designed for adults to enjoy a refined and extraordinary atmosphere.
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Socks are required at the ryotei.
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Guests aged 12 and older will be charged the full adult rate.
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Infants aged 0–3 may participate upon prior consultation. In such cases, meals can be shared with an adult or replaced with brought-in baby food. Drinks may also be shared with accompanying adults.
■ Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are subject to the following charges, calculated from the day before the tour date:
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More than 11 days prior: No charge
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10 to 8 days prior: 20% of the tour price
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7 to 2 days prior: 30% of the tour price
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1 day prior: 40% of the tour price
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Same day (except no-shows): 50% of the tour price
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After the tour has started or no-shows: 100% of the tour price
