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UPCOMINGSport· Annual
November Sumo Tournament
九州場所
Fukuoka · Kyushu
Held in Fukuoka from the second to the fourth Sunday of November, this sumo tournament features lightning-fast bouts preceded by elaborate purification rituals including salt-throwing and ground-stamping.
- Dates
- November 8–22Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Fukuoka · Kyushu
- Nearest station
- Gofukumachi Station (12 min walk)
- Crowd level
- National attendance
- Entry
- Paid admission
- Official site
- sumo.or.jp/Watching/isolate/638
Happens every year
What to expect
The Fukuoka Kokusai Center buzzes with anticipation as wrestlers perform traditional rituals, the air thick with the scent of salt and the sound of stomping feet echoing through the arena.
Best viewing tips
Opt for seats closer to the dohyo for an immersive experience. Arrive early to witness the full purification rituals and bring binoculars for a closer view of the action.
How to get there
From Hakata Station · ~31 min by train
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