Choose the sitting position before choosing how close to the ring you want to be.
Closest: tamari. Classic Kokugikan experience: masu. Easiest sitting position: chair seats.
Tamari
Ringside floor seating gives a close view, but it has stricter conditions. The September 2026 rules limited these seats to visitors aged 16 and over and prohibited food, drink and brought-in seat chairs or cushions. Check the conditions for the tournament you intend to book.
Masu
A masu is shared floor seating. Before booking, consider how everyone will sit, stand and keep bags within the party’s space. A product sold for fewer people is not automatically a full four-person box with empty places. Our masu size, shoes and bags guide separates the published standard dimension from individual comfort.
Chair seats
Kokugikan’s individual chair seats are on the second floor. They are worth comparing if prolonged floor sitting is difficult. Also consider the route to the seat, steps and the needs of the whole group; the presence of a chair alone does not establish an accessible route.
For a first visit, choose by comfort and group needs, not only distance from the dohyo. For wheelchair users, read the wheelchair booking and companion guide before buying. Prices and products vary by tournament, date and seat class; use the current official sales page for the ticket you want.
Budgeting for January 2027 and later
The Japan Sumo Association has announced revised admission prices from the January 2027 tournament. Check the official revised price table (Japanese PDF) together with the sales information for your tournament. The revision table lists prices per person; if the ticket is sold as a whole box or group, confirm the party size and total purchase price. Special ticket packages are announced for each tournament.