Overview

Ryogoku is Tokyo’s historic sumo district, home to the Ryogoku Kokugikan (Sumo Hall), where major tournaments are held three times a year. The area also features the Edo-Tokyo Museum and traditional chanko nabe restaurants where sumo wrestlers dine. With old merchant houses, temples, and riverside views, Ryogoku provides a unique window into Edo-period life and Japan’s national sport.

What to Eat in Ryogoku