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A mass-participation marathon through central Osaka, free to watch from the roadside.
Traffic restrictions apply on the day.
The only grand sumo tournament held in Osaka each year.
Dates, times and details can change, for example because of the weather. Please check the official information before you go.
Paid. Advance tickets go on sale 6 February 2027.
Sports & sumo
Sun, Feb 28
Central Osaka (around Osaka Castle Park) · Kansai
Free
A mass-participation marathon through central Osaka, free to watch from the roadside.
Traffic restrictions apply on the day.
Sports & sumo
Sun, Mar 14 – Sun, Mar 28
Edion Arena Osaka · Kansai
Paid
The only grand sumo tournament held in Osaka each year.
Paid. Advance tickets go on sale 6 February 2027.