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Guide to Sumo at the Kokugikan
Japan TravelMaximize your enjoyment of your visit to the sumo in Tokyo's Ryogoku area, and discover what goes on inside the Kokugikan.
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All you need to know about the world of Sumo: championships, museums, initiation courses and training.
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The Sumo’s Apprentice
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Sumo Practice in Dazaifu
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The Sumo Museum
Todd WojnowskiThe Sumo Museum is in a small enclave of Ryogoku Kokugikan stadium, is open year-round, and has free admission.
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Sumo at Ryogoku Kokugikan
Abi BarberDiscover Japan's national sport at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo. Soak up the atmosphere as the world's top sumo wrestlers..