New & Now
Registration Open: Sumo Experience Class
Applications are now open for a sumo experience class.
Would you like to experience sumo on the full-size dohyo (sumo ring) at Katsuragi City Sumo Museum “Kehaya-za”? The dohyo is the same size as those used at official Grand Sumo tournaments.
Children interested in trying sumo are welcome, including complete beginners. We look forward to receiving your application.
Date and Time
Thursday, August 20–Sunday, August 23, 2026
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Venue
Katsuragi City Sumo Museum “Kehaya-za”
Eligibility
Children aged 5 and older who are junior high school students or younger
Capacity
10 participants
If the number of applications exceeds the capacity, participants will be selected by lottery.
Fee
800 yen (sports accident insurance fee)
Application Deadline
Sunday, August 9, 2026
How to Apply
Please apply using either of the following methods.
- By phone
0745-48-4611
Katsuragi City Sumo Museum “Kehaya-za” - Online
Apply using the online form
What You Will Experience
Under the careful guidance of student sumo wrestlers and former sumo wrestlers, participants can learn sumo ring etiquette and practice basic sumo movements. These include shiko, the traditional leg-stomping exercise; suriashi, a sliding-foot movement; and butsukari-geiko, a form of pushing practice.
On the final day, Sunday, August 23, participants will have the opportunity to try sumo bouts with other members of the class.
