Following the success of the Grand Sumo Tournament, which took place in London for the first time in 34 years, organisers have announced a new experience for June 2026.
‘Tokyo Nights’ will take place for the first time at Borough Hall, Greenwich, and will offer an evening combining sumo wrestling, sushi, and sake.
Former pro sumo wrestlers to perform live in central Dohyō ring (Image: ‘Tokyo Nights’)
The event will start on June 6, 2026, and will offer people the chance to enjoy a theatrical interpretation of sumo, its rites, and its rituals.
Tickets will be released in phases and will start at £70 each.
People are encouraged to visit the Tokyo Nights website to sign up for ticket updates.
‘Tokyo Nights’ brings Tokyo street vibes and theatrical flair to Greenwich (Image: ‘Tokyo Nights’)
‘Tokyo Nights’ will be a first for London and will combine sumo wrestling with dining experiences and the chance to explore sake, all in a world inspired by Tokyo’s streets.
It will be part sporting spectacle, part theatrical experience, and part interactive food and drink event, with the ring, known as the Dohyō, at the centre.
It will be hosted by a specially curated team who have previously organised events including the Grand Expedition, Chambers of Flavour, and Secret Cinema.
The event will see four former professional sumo wrestlers take to the ring as people enjoy fine dining and drinking.
Tokyo-based, London-born artist David Sharibani, also known as Lord K2, will help bring the streets of Tokyo to Greenwich’s Borough Hall for the event.
His access to sumo stables and the Kokugikan allowed him to develop the vision of bringing sumo to London.
Mr Sharibani said: “Tokyo and London are both cultural powerhouses—different in character but alike in creative spirit.
“The two cities have long respected and inspired each other, and transporting Sumo to London continues that dialogue.
“Years ago, Sumo captured the British imagination when it aired on Channel 4 and became a cult classic.
“Now we have the chance to relive that excitement—this time over dinner at Tokyo Nights, with the grit, ritual, and flavour of the Kokugikan itself.”
The event will offer different dining options, with some offering seating right next to the Dohyō and others offering more relaxed balcony views.
Each of the options will be topped off with sake experiences and cocktails.
‘Tokyo Nights’ is set to be an experience like no other in London and will be the first of its kind for people to enjoy.
AloJapan.com