Edion Arena Osaka

Officially named the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, this prefectural sports facility in Namba, one of Osaka's busiest districts, hosts the March Grand Sumo Tournament (also called the Spring or Osaka Tournament). It's within walking distance of the Namba stations, making it easy to combine with sightseeing in Osaka's Minami area, such as Dotonbori.

Address: 3-4-36 Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka 556-0011

• Shops

  There are shops on the 2nd and 3rd floors; all accept PayPay, and some also take credit cards.

• Chanko

  Reasonably priced chanko nabe (sumo hot pot) is available on basement level 1 (B1), cash only.

• Information desk

  The main information desk is on the 1st floor, with the fan club booth next to it.

• Nursing room

  Located at the front of the 1st floor; ask a staff member when you want to use it (there is no diaper-changing table).

• Venue map

  A venue map (PDF) is available on the Japan Sumo Association website, so you can check it in advance.

• ✓Namba has many lines and lots of exits. Head for Exit 5 if you're on the Osaka Metro, or the South Exit if you're on the Nankai Line, to come out closest to the venue.
• ✓If you get lost, you can use the Namba Tourist Information Center in front of the North Exit of Nankai Namba Station (English, Chinese and Korean) or the multilingual information desk at Namba Station on the Midosuji Line.
• ✓The chanko at the venue is cash only, so it's good to bring some cash.
• ✓Looking at the venue map beforehand to find the shops and information desk will make things go smoothly.

• Namba Yasaka Shrine

  A shrine known for its hall shaped like a giant 12 m lion's head, within walking distance of Namba Station.

• Dotonbori and Ebisu Bridge

  Osaka's signature scenery, famous for the Glico sign; you can also stroll the riverside promenade.

• Kuromon Market

  Known as "Osaka's kitchen," this roughly 580 m covered arcade of shops is great for snacking as you stroll.

• Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku Tower

  A retro neighborhood centered on Tsutenkaku Tower, lined with kushikatsu (deep-fried skewer) restaurants and more.

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Places introduced on official sites of the Japan Sumo Association, local governments and tourism bodies.

• Katsuragi City Sumo Museum "Kehaya-za"

  📍 Katsuragi, Nara

  A sumo museum in the area associated with Taima no Kehaya, considered one of the founders of sumo. It has a ring the same size as those used in official tournaments, and exhibits where you can learn about the history of sumo.

  💡 If you book in advance, you can put on a mawashi (sumo belt) and try sumo in the ring.

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Dates, venues and directions are based on official information from the Japan Sumo Association, the venues, railway companies and local governments. Check each official site for the latest details.