The huge stadium known as Ryogoku Kokugikan dominates the sumo-obsessed neighborhood of Ryogoku , and is the focus of big excitement during the tournament season.

"Ryōgoku National Sports Hall"), also known as Ryōgoku Sumo Hall or Kokugikan Arena, is the name bestowed to two different indoor sporting arenas located in Tokyo. The first Ryōgoku …

Ryogoku Kokugikan is the venue for the main tournament of the Grand Sumo Tournament. The name "Kokugikan" means an arena where the national sport of Japan is performed. There are …

Ryogoku Kokugikan, the National Sumo Arena is a stadium used for Sumo tournaments as well as boxing and other martial arts matches. A cultural landmark in Tokyo and the home of sumo …

Jul 9, 2019 · When Tokyo’s sumo stadium was built in 1909, all matches moved inside. The current Kokugikan dates from 1985 and is now the official home of all Tokyo sumo …

Jun 18, 2024 · Located in the heart of Tokyo, Japan, Ryogoku Kokugikan stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and sporting excellence. Known primarily for its sumo tournaments, this iconic …

Today's sumo stadium, the current Kokugikan, is the fourth built in Tokyo and has been in use since 1985. It seats over 10,000 visitors and hosts three of the six annual sumo tournaments …

Once inside, there is a sumo museum (free) giving the sumo history, photos of wrestlers, displays of the various trophies. The arena has 2 levels - both are easy access with toilets & food stalls.

Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena is the biggest Sumo Arena in Japan and one of the top tourist destinations in Tokyo. For sports and spiritual purposes, it’s the first choice for sumo …

Feb 1, 2022 · Ryogoku Kokugikan is dedicated to Japan’s national sport, sumo. It is one of the largest sumo stadiums in Japan. Three annual tournaments are held in this stadium. Witness …