Sumo Wrestling Museum Kehayaza
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In the midwest region of Nara Prefecture, Katsuragi City lies at the base of Mt. Nijo and its impressive double-peaks. Japan's oldest road Takenouchi Kaido has ancient myths connected and legends related to the Emperor of Japan, is home to historic Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. There is a historical enchantment to the area that shows Nara used to be the capital. It is also said to be the region where Japan-specific cultural elements, such as sumo wrestling and the Tanabata festival, originated, making it the birthplace of the Japanese spirit. In one section of the city, you will find the Sumo wrestling Museum Kehayaza, a rarity even in Japan.
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- Name of facility
- Katsuragi City Sumo Wrestling Museum Kehayaza
- Name of experience
- Be a sumo wrestler and enter the ring in the birthplace of sumo wrestling, Japan's national sport
- Address
- 83-1 Taima, Katsuragi City, Nara 639-0276
- Business Hours
- 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- Closed
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays (open on national holidays), New Year's holiday
- Price
- Starts at 300 yen (may vary depending on the content)
- Payment methods
- Cash only
- Number of guests accepted (groups)
- From 1 person
- Telephone number
- 0745-48-4611
- Multilingual support
- Guide tablet computers with support for English, French, Chinese (simplified, and traditional), and Korean
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.
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