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THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA
Japan’s national sport becomes entertainment! A new-style show hall where you can experience the excitement of sumo.
More than just a sport or martial art, grand sumo is Japan’s national sport and is also hugely popular overseas. At this show hall, you can fully experience the appeal of Japanese culture through sumo.
There are two programs: the “Sumo Show” and the “Sumo Workshop Experience.” In the “Sumo Show,” former professional sumo wrestlers put on an entertainment show. Right before your eyes, you’ll see a wide variety of acts, including the mythological origins of sumo, a comedic introduction to the rules, and powerful matches.
Held irregularly mainly on Sundays, the “Sumo Workshop Experience” lets you step onto the dohyō stage yourself and try sumo training with direct instruction from wrestlers. Both programs also include a chance for selected participants to face off with a wrestler, plus a commemorative photo after the show—sure to become a memorable part of your trip. The entire performance is conducted in English, so you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of sumo.
You can also try traditional Japanese food culture. The “Sumo Show” includes a makunouchi bento, while the “Sumo Workshop Experience” serves chanko nabe, the hot pot sumo wrestlers eat at sumo stables. The makunouchi bento can also be switched to a vegan or halal option.
Highlights
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A sumo show hall where you can experience Japanese culture.
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In the sumo show, former professional sumo wrestlers deliver a powerful entertainment performance.
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In the hands-on program, you can enjoy training on the dohyō stage and matches with wrestlers.
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Taste traditional Japanese bento and chanko nabe.
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The show is conducted entirely in English.
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Watch thrilling bouts up close as massive bodies collide
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Experience sumo training with direct instruction from former wrestlers
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Put on a sumo suit and challenge a wrestler!
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Finish with a commemorative photo with the performing wrestlers
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A beautifully arranged makunouchi bento with a distinctly Japanese presentation
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Seating is set up around the dohyō stage inside the venue
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes.
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Can I enter without a reservation?
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Reservations are required in advance. Same-day tickets may also be sold at the venue only if seats are available.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No.
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
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The venue is located in the Namba area, one of Osaka’s top sightseeing districts, within walking distance of Dotonbori and Shinsekai.
It’s also inside the shopping complex Namba Parks, so you can enjoy shopping before and after the show.
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Can I watch real sumo here?
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This venue is an interactive sumo entertainment show hall presented entirely in English, so it’s different from an official sumo tournament.
The program does include sumo bouts, but the content focuses on educational and hands-on elements such as sumo history and knowledge, explanations of techniques and rules, and sumo challenges. Even first-time viewers can fully enjoy it.
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What’s included with the ticket?
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“Sumo Show” program: bento or snack bag, plus 1 drink
“Sumo Workshop Experience” program: chanko nabe (1 bowl per person), plus 1 drink
are included.
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Can I reserve the sumo challenge in advance?
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The sumo challenge is decided by lottery, so advance reservations are not accepted.
If you want a guaranteed spot, please reserve a “Premium BL seat with Sumo Challenge Benefit,” which allows up to 1 participant per seat.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- THE SUMO HALL 日楽座 OSAKA
- Postal Code
- 556-0011
- Address
- 8F Namba Parks, 2-10-70 Nanbanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
- Closed on
- Tuesdays
- Hours
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Sumo Show: from 6:00 pm, Sumo Workshop Experience: from 1:30 pm
※For the “Sumo Shoｗ” program, on some dates there is also a second show starting at 9:00 pm. - Admission
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Sumo Show: Premium seat 16,000 yen; Standard seat 12,500 yen for adults (ages 13 and up), 9,000 yen for children
Premium BL seat: 16,000 yen for 1 person, 32,000 yen for 2 people, 48,000 yen for 3 people, 64,000 yen for 4 people
※All Premium BL seats require an extra charge (+5,000 yen/seat). As a benefit, only 1 person per seat can “challenge a wrestler.”
Sumo Workshop Experience: 14,000 yen for adults (ages 13 and up), 9,000 yen for children
※For the “Sumo Show” program, bento reservations are accepted until 10:00 am three days before the performance date. After that, we will provide a “HIRAKUZA Snack Bag,” a tote bag filled with snacks. - Access
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1）Directly connected to Namba Station (Nankai lines)
2）Approx. 10-minute walk from Namba Station (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line)
3）Approx. 15-minute walk from Osaka-Namba Station (Hanshin Namba Line / Kintetsu Nara Line) - Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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