Nara

Watching sumo is one of the most authentic attractions in Japan. The annual grand tournaments are held only in odd months; January, May, and September in Tokyo, March in Osaka, July in Nagoya, and November in Fukuoka. You don’t want to miss the tournament matches if you happen to be around the area. But if you do, no worries. Sumo Jungyo Tour is another way to enjoy sumo! What is Jungyo tour? Jungyo means “regional tour”. Rikishi (sumo wrestlers) go on tours to promote sumo and to earn support from fans all around Japan between the tournaments. In a Jungyo, unlike the six tournaments, the rikishi are more relaxed in matches, and fans can interact with their favorite rikishi. The exhibition event includes not only informative demonstrations of the ceremonial aspects of sumo but also comical and entertaining performances by rikishi. April 2020 Jungyo Tour Schedule Possibly you might be able to have an opportunity to see both sakura and sumo Jungyo on the same day! March 30 (Mon) Sakurai City in Nara Prefecture https://sumo-guide.com/sumo-jungyo-spring-schedule#i-5 *Japanese information only. April 1 (Wed) Hirakata City in Osaka https://sumo-guide.com/sumo-jungyo-spring-schedule#i-6 *Japanese information only. April 2 (Thu) and April 3 (Fri) Seto City in Aichi…