Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena & JR Ryogoku Station, Sumida, Tokyo

About this place

Live Camera | Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena & JR Ryogoku Station, Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. Revered as the sacred heart of Japanese sumo wrestling, Ryogoku resonates with centuries of warrior heritage and martial culture. Adjacent to the arena, Edo NOREN recreates a bustling historic street market centered around a full-sized sumo dohyo ring. Foodies feast on nourishing Chanko Nabe hot pots at Tomoe-gata and bite into famous savory grilled yakitori skewers prepared in Kokugikan's underground kitchens.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Sumo Wrestling Sacred Arena: Experience grand sumo tournaments, giant championship banners, and wrestler stables.

▸ Authentic Tomoegata Chanko Nabe: Savor massive pots of simmering chicken meatballs, pork, and seasonal vegetables in rich dashi.

▸ Kokugikan Cold-Delicious Yakitori: Enjoy legendary grilled chicken skewers made using secret tare that remain juicy even cold.