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Onsen Spa in Tokyo and Asakusa Bar Hopping with Local Guide
This tour is a perfect half day for a typical local Japanese living in Tokyo. You will experience how a local Tokyo citizen enjoys a perfect day off work. Refresh and relax in an hot onsen and bedrock baths and even spas. After being healed we will have local food at Hoppy Street in Asakusa with excellent Japanese alcohol.We will meet at Ryogoku Station West Exit, then give you a briefing of onsen manners, and walk up to Edoyu, first Onsen location 5 minutes walk from the station. After we finish the onsen experience we will go to Hoppy Street in Asakusa for a late lunch or early dinner. We can walk around the Asakusa local area as well.All fees are included except the Onsen entrance fee and restaurant fee which will be paid separately.Tattoos in the onsen are prohibited but we can help you in ways to hide it or if it is a small tattoo, it can be ignored. Also our guide will not go in the onsen with you so you will have your privacy.All tours can be customer to your desire.
Tokyo: Visit To Sumo Stable & Watch Morning Practice!
＼ Reservations are now available for single guests! ／Sumo wrestlers and their apprentices practice every morning in order to preserve Japan's national sport, sumo, and pass it on to future generations.closer than the official games held at the Kokugikan, you can see their breathing and facial expressions from a distance, and observe the sounds of their bodies colliding and the tense morning practice sessions.The coach's voice sounds strong and harsh, and may surprise you the first time you see. However, this is only possible because of the trust he has built with his students and the rikishi who train with him, and it is this trust that keeps the Ikazuchi Sumo Stable alive.This is a valuable tour experience that even people living in Japan do not get to see on a daily basis.We have prepared a special brochure for this tour, ready to help you get to know sumo better.Watching a Morning Practice at the Sumo Stable near Tokyo Skytree will be one of your special experiences in Japan.
Sushi Making and Sake Tasting Experience
After the instructor’s demonstration, you make your own sushi, roll and two side dishes all by yourselves. All of the experiences are prepared to be one of the highlights in this class. No doubt that you will enjoy the class!! You'll also learn Japanese traditional seasonings and ingredients used in this cooking experience.Please let us know if you cannot eat fish. We will prepare vegetable options instead.Some memorable pictures will be taken during the class and you can get all of them after the class!
Experience Sushi Making Class in Tokyo
After the instructor’s demonstration, you make your own sushi, roll and two side dishes all by yourselves. All of the experiences are prepared to be one of the highlights in this class. No doubt that you will enjoy the class!! You also learn Japanese traditional seasonings and ingredients used in this cooking experience.Please let us know if you cannot eat fish. We will prepare vegetable options.Some memorable pictures are taken during the class and you can get all of them after the class!
Tokyo: Know about Hokusai and Sumo culture in 2.5 hours
Feel the spirit of Edo, a trip to the famous Hokusai and Sumo.See with your own eyes the life of the great Ukiyoe artist Hokusai and the transitions in his paintings. There are many different styles of Ukiyo-e, ranging from pop, cute and casual to powerful landscapes and depictions of life in Edo. By learning about Hokusai's life, you may see Ukiyo-e in a different light.In addition, you can enjoy the serene Japanese garden and actually see what is depicted in the Ukiyo-e....This tour will immerse you in the life of Hokusai and the world of Ukiyo-e.Furthermore, this area is also known as a sacred place for sumo wrestlers and loved by sumo Lovers. You will be able to experience the history of sumo and the fascination of sumo culture.See glimpses of the “Edo Period” at various locations!
Tokyo Sumo Morning Practice with Guide – Ringside Live Training
Step into the sacred world of a genuine Tokyo sumo stable and feel the ground shake as wrestlers collide just meters away from you. This tour grants you rare access to observe Keiko (morning training), a grueling and disciplined ritual that few travelers get to witness up close.After the intensity of the training, you will have the unique opportunity to interact with the wrestlers. Depending on the stable’s schedule, you can pose for memorable photos with the athletes or ask questions to learn about their daily lives and dedication.・Up-Close Intensity: Experience the raw power and sounds of wrestlers training in their private stable.・Deep Cultural Insight: Learn the hidden meanings behind the rituals and techniques from an expert guide.・Meet the Wrestlers: Enjoy a rare chance to take photos with the wrestlers and interact after practice.
Tokyo Skytree Area: Sumo Morning Practice Stable Visit
Sumo wrestlers and their apprentices practice every morning in order to preserve Japan's national sport, sumo, and pass it on to future generations.closer than the official games held at the Kokugikan, you can see their breathing and facial expressions from a distance, and observe the sounds of their bodies colliding and the tense morning practice sessions.The coach's voice sounds strong and harsh, and may surprise you the first time you see. However, this is only possible because of the trust he has built with his students and the rikishi who train with him, and it is this trust that keeps the Ikazuchi Sumo Stable alive.This is a valuable tour experience that even people living in Japan do not get to see on a daily basis.We have prepared a special brochure for this tour, ready to help you get to know sumo better. **If you feel inclined to support the rikishi after practice, please leave them a tip.
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Tokyo: Enjoy Sumo match and know about it! [Ticket included]
Sumo, Japan's traditional national sport, right in front of your eyes.Experience the excitement of Japan's national sport with our May Sumo Tour at Ryogoku Kokugikan! The tour begins as you meet your English-speaking guide at the iconic sumo arena. You'll receive an introduction to sumo, its centuries-old traditions, and the rich history of the Kokugikan.Next, explore the inside of the facility with your guide, who will point out key areas and share cultural insights. You’ll also have time to browse the official sumo souvenir shops, where you can purchase unique memorabilia such as sumo-themed goods, snacks, and exclusive merchandise. And finally, the highlight is watching a live sumo match! Feel the intensity and tradition as you sit in your reserved B or C class seat, surrounded by local fans and the powerful atmosphere of real competition.
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