Use these official high-resolution seating maps to locate your exact seat at Ryogoku Kokugikan. Click any map to zoom in and read section numbers, row labels, and pricing details.
🏛️ First Floor Seating Map
The first floor contains the arena's most prestigious seating areas, located closest to the sumo ring (dohyo). This floor includes:
- Tamari Seats (砂かぶり): Ringside cushion seats directly adjacent to the ring - ¥20,000 per person
- Masu Box Seats (升席): Traditional tatami-floored box seating for 1-4 people - ¥14,000-15,000 per person
- Arena Sections: Divided into East, West, North, and South sections with lettered rows
🔍 Reading the First Floor Map
Sections are labeled: East (東), West (西), North (正面), South (向正面)
Rows are numbered: Closer to ring = lower row numbers
Box numbers: Each masu box has a unique identifier
🪑 Second Floor Balcony Seating Map
The second floor features all chair seats with back support and elevated viewing angles. This floor offers the best comfort-to-value ratio for most visitors:
- S-Class Chair Seats: Premium second floor rows - ¥9,000-9,500 per person
- A-Class Chair Seats: Front rows of upper level - ¥8,000-8,500 per person
- B-Class Chair Seats: Mid-level balcony seating - ¥5,000-6,000 per person
- C-Class Chair Seats: Back rows with distant views - ¥4,000-5,000 per person
🔍 Reading the Second Floor Map
Letter sections: A, B, C blocks around the arena perimeter
Row numbers: Row 1-3 (S-Class), Row 4-6 (A-Class), Row 7+ (B/C-Class)
Seat numbers: Individual seats numbered within each row
🎫 How to Read Your Ticket & Find Your Seat
Already have your ticket and need to locate your seat in the arena? Use this guide to decode the information on your ticket and find exactly where to go.
Your sumo ticket includes a small seating diagram that shows:
- Your section location: Which side of the arena (East, West, North, South)
- Floor level: 1st floor (masu/arena) or 2nd floor (chair seats)
- Row and seat number: Your exact position within that section
- Visual reference: Mini map showing your location relative to the ring
💡 Tip: Match Your Ticket to the Maps Above
Find the section name on your ticket, then use the floor maps above to see exactly where that section is located in the arena. The maps show all section labels in both Japanese and English.
📋 Quick Seating Reference Guide
| Section | Floor | Price Range | Seat Type | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamari | 1F | ¥20,000 | Cushion (floor) | VIPs, once-in-lifetime experience |
| Masu Box | 1F | ¥14,000-15,000 | Tatami box (floor) | Traditional experience seekers |
| S-Class Chairs | 2F | ¥9,000-9,500 | Chair with backrest | Premium comfort + great view |
| A-Class Chairs | 2F | ¥8,000-8,500 | Chair with backrest | Best value (recommended) |
| B-Class Chairs | 2F | ¥5,000-6,000 | Chair with backrest | Budget-conscious visitors |
| C-Class Chairs | 2F | ¥4,000-5,000 | Chair with backrest | Last resort (distant views) |
🤔 Not Sure Which Seat to Choose?
Now that you know where each section is located, check our Best Seats Guide for expert recommendations based on your priorities:
- ✅ Detailed comfort vs proximity analysis
- ✅ Photography considerations for each section
- ✅ Which seats to avoid and why
- ✅ Pro tips for maximizing your experience