Tour highlights

• The only wheelchair-accessible sumo tour in Japan!

  (Typical practice viewing is difficult for wheelchair users due to the steps, narrow spaces, and the need to sit upright for long periods of time. This tour allows you to watch from the front row while in your wheelchair.)

• Experience an authentic "Sumo Show" performed by former sumo wrestlers up close

  (A powerful performance including demonstrations of basic movements, explanations of techniques, and mock matches)

• Enjoy the authentic taste of chanko nabe

  (A special soy sauce chanko hotpot made with a blend of four types of broth: chicken, bonito, kelp, and shiitake mushrooms, supervised by a former sumo wrestler)

• Plenty of experiential content

  (Putting on a mawashi and challenging a former sumo wrestler, taking commemorative photos in the ring, and a Q&A session)

⚠ Notes on use

This service is an optional service for customers who have made travel arrangements, including accommodation, through Flat Travel. Please note that we do not accept reservations for the sumo tour alone.

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Asakusa Sumo Stable

This sumo entertainment facility is located in the heart of Asakusa, and its greatest attraction is that you can enjoy a full-scale sumo show performed by former sumo wrestlers, along with the chanko nabe that the wrestlers actually eat.

Watching a sumo practice at a typical sumo stable requires cramped viewing space, steep steps, and long periods of sitting upright, making it nearly impossible for wheelchair users to participate. However, at this facility, you can watch from the front row in your wheelchair on the first floor, and feel the vibrations of the ring and the breathing of the wrestlers up close.

The show will feature a full 120-minute course of things to see, experience and do, including demonstrations of shikomizu, matatewari and finishing moves, as well as an experience corner where you can put on a mawashi and challenge a sumo wrestler, commemorative photos on the ring, and a Q&A session with a former sumo wrestler.

The front row VIP seats are wheelchair accessible and are extremely popular as they allow you to watch sumo practice up close.

Kyoto Sumo Stable

This sumo entertainment facility opened in December 2025 as the sister store (third store) of the Asakusa Sumo Stable. The Kyoto store's unique content includes a dance performance by two geisha girls and the traditional Japanese game "Tora Tora ." The greatest feature is that you can experience sumo culture and Kyoto's entertainment district culture at the same time.

The show consists of a reenactment of morning practice, an explanation of the rules, a best-of-three match, and a sumo challenge, with live commentary in both English and Japanese, making it easy for overseas visitors to enjoy. The meal includes all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink chanko nabe (hot pot), inari sushi (sushi rice balls), fried chicken, dessert, and various drinks. Conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station on the subway and a 7-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. There's also a wide selection of original goods and souvenirs, so you can take home a memento of your experience.

Chanko nabe

Chanko nabe, known as the meal of sumo wrestlers, is a dish that allows you to experience Japanese sumo culture through your senses. The chanko at the Asakusa Sumo Stable is a "special soy sauce chanko nabe" overseen by a former sumo wrestler, and is characterized by a light yet rich flavor, made with a blend of four types of broth: chicken, bonito, kelp, and shiitake mushroom. Made with carefully selected ingredients, it's delicious right down to the last bite. Vegan and vegetarian options can be requested in advance when making a reservation (gluten-free options are not available).

 Option: Caregiver taxi transfer

For those who are worried about getting from their home or accommodation to the venue, we can arrange door-to-door transportation by a caregiver taxi. You can board the taxi in your wheelchair, so you can enjoy the experience without the stress of traveling. If you would like this service, please feel free to contact us when you apply.

Enjoy safe and barrier-free travel with Flat Travel!

Have you given up on traveling because of age or physical concerns? Flat Travel offers barrier-free travel that can be enjoyed with peace of mind by people who require care, the elderly, and their families.

We provide total support from pre-departure preparations to returning home, tailored to each customer's physical condition and requests.

• Barrier-free planning (free of charge)

  We create plans that take into account detailed barrier-free information that you won't find on general travel sites, such as steps along the route, the location of wheelchair-accessible toilets, and the shape of hotel beds and baths. We also adjust the frequency of breaks and travel times to minimize strain on your body.

• Accompanying a "travel helper" with nursing and care qualifications

  Experienced caregivers and nurses will accompany you on your trip. They will provide specialized care, such as assistance with transferring to a wheelchair, bathing and toileting, and meal support. This will reduce the burden on your family and ensure a safe and comfortable trip.

• 24-hour medical support system

  In case you experience any health problems or issues during your trip, we have a system in place where you can consult with doctors and nurses 24 hours a day, free of charge. You can rest assured knowing that we have the back-up of experts to deal with any problems with medical equipment or make decisions in emergencies.

Important Notes