Sumo Posts

Guide to Seeing Sumo in Tokyo

Sumo season is here! Find out how to see a tournament without slamming too many yen.

Winter in Tokyo: Ski, Soak and Celebrate the New Year

Ski down snowy slopes, soak in hot springs, and enjoy the quiet traditions of New Year.

7 Mistakes First-Timers to Japan Make

Read this before your trip.

We Tried It: Morning Sumo Practice Tour

Here's a good reason to get up early.

Go Beyond Tokyo’s Guidebook Weirdness to Find the Truly Unique

How to Get the Morning Sumo Practice Experience

A nice little hack.

Cheapo Weekend for Sep 15-16: Fashion's Night Out and Festivals Galore

Vogue's Fashion's Night Out returns to Tokyo, plus more traditional fests than you can shake a stick at!

Cheapo Weekend for Jan 20-21: Markets, Music and Sumo

Daytime markets, nighttime parties.

Ryogoku Kokugikan

Cheapo Weekend for September 13-15: Autumn Festivals, Sumo and Paper Lanterns

Cheapo Weekend for September 29/30: Gazing Moonward and an Edo Era 'Time Slip'