Watch sumo, eat sushi, drink sake — all in one evening. Tokyo Nights is bringing this dream to London from June to July 2026.
What Is Tokyo Nights?
Tokyo Nights is an immersive dining experience combining sumo wrestling, sushi, and sake. It was announced following the massive success of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in London in October 2025 — the first time in 34 years.
The venue is Borough Hall in Greenwich, transformed into a space inspired by Tokyo’s streets. A dohyō (sumo ring) sits at the centre, surrounded by dining and viewing areas. Four former professional sumo wrestlers will perform live.
The creative team behind Tokyo Nights includes producers from Secret Cinema, Grand Expedition, and Chambers of Flavour. Art direction comes from David Sharibani (Lord K2), a London-born, Tokyo-based artist with rare access to sumo stables and the Kokugikan. He’s bringing that authentic atmosphere to Greenwich.
What Can You Experience?
Sumo
Seating surrounds the dohyō, putting you close to the action. Four former professional wrestlers perform in a format that’s part sport, part theatre. Guests are divided into “Heya” (stables) to cheer for their side — it’s participatory, not passive.
Sushi
The food partner is Sticks’n’Sushi, a popular Danish-Japanese restaurant chain with locations across London. Dining ticket holders get a three-course menu.
Sake
Sake flights, cocktails, and Japanese-inspired drinks throughout the evening.
Ticket Information
Dates: June–July 2026 (multiple dates and time slots available)
Ticket types:
- Balcony — Commanding view of the ring from above. From £79 per person.
- Action Zone — Standing, closer to the dohyō. From £79 per person.
- Dining — Dohyō-side seats with three-course Sticks’n’Sushi menu, priority entry.
- VIP Dining — Front two rows, three-course menu, priority entry, plus a meet and greet with the sumo wrestlers after the event.
Current availability: 9 dates are already sold out. Remaining tickets are going fast — check the website now if you’re interested.
Official website: tokyonights.com
Venue & Access
Borough Hall
Royal Hill, Greenwich, London SE10 8RE
Getting there:
- Greenwich station (DLR, National Rail) — 5 min walk
- Cutty Sark station (DLR) — 10 min walk
Want to Understand What You’re Watching?
Sumo has its own vocabulary — dohyō, tachiai, kimarite, heya — and understanding even a few terms makes the experience significantly richer. If you want to go deeper into Japanese language and culture, we offer private lessons with government-certified native teachers from £23.
Learn the Japanese behind sumo
From yokozuna to kimarite, our certified native teachers can walk you through sumo vocabulary, Japanese culture, and beyond. Trial lesson online from £23 — no commitment.
Final Thoughts
If you missed the Grand Sumo Tournament in 2025, or went and want more, Tokyo Nights is your chance. It’s a rare opportunity to experience sumo up close in London — with food and drinks included.
Tickets are disappearing fast. Check the official site now if you’re interested.
Tokyo Nights Official Website →
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Written by Ayaka Uchida — CEO of A-Digital Works, founder of Nihon GO! World.