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Top 15 Shows in Tokyo

27 tours  ·  from $12 a head

15 shows, each with its price, its running time and the kind of traveller it suits. Start at the top and work down.

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo - Lake Ashi: a short cruise with a scenic change of scene
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

1.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7,413 reviews · from $149Our pick

Leave Tokyo by coach for Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, then continue to Lake Ashi for a short cruise and Mt. Komagatake for a ropeway ride and summit views. A guide leads the day, with a Japanese drum performance scheduled at the lunch stop. Finish with a non-reserved Shinkansen ride to Tokyo Station.

“This trip is a full day but a great experience. Our tour guide was Heroaki and he was great! He had a lot of great info about Japan along our tour but also entertaining. Each location had something fun to do and see and the lunch was very good. The highlight of the tour was definitely seeing Mt Fuji and the bullet train back to Tokyo.”

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Tokyo: Sumo Show Experience with Chicken Hot Pot and a Photo - A geisha dance opens the evening
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Tokyo: Sumo Show Experience with Chicken Hot Pot and a Photo

2.Sumo Show Experience with Chicken Hot Pot and a Photo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,678 reviews · 2 hours · from $103

At Asakusa Sumo Club, retired professional wrestlers demonstrate sumo rituals and techniques, then face off in a best-of-three match. A bilingual host explains the action in English and Japanese, with a geisha dance, all-you-can-eat chicken hot pot and Japanese dishes, one drink, and a printed photo included. You can also enter the ring if selected.

“Such a fun experience. The host and sumo wrestlers know how to put on a show! Lots of interaction with the audience. Also surprisingly informative with the history of sumo. Thoroughly enjoyed and would come back for sure!”

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Tokyo: Sumo Show and Dining Experience - The Introduction Makes Sumo Easier to Follow
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Tokyo: Sumo Show and Dining Experience

3.Sumo Show and Dining Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,742 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $79

At Tokyo Sumo Room in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, former Makuuchi wrestler Tokitsumi’s venue pairs a sumo demonstration with an English-language introduction to the sport. Expect close-up bouts, a chance to join in, and Japanese food if you choose a meal-included show at 11:00 AM or 7:00 PM. The 3:00 PM show has no meal plan.

“Excellent demonstration! We learned a lot about the sport and its history. The "Show with dinner" does NOT include dinner.”

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the SUMO show - A Short Lesson Before the Sumo Begins
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the SUMO show

4.the SUMO show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,960 reviews · from $89Top rated

At Yokozuna Tonkatsu in Tokyo’s Sumida City, retired sumo wrestlers explain the sport, demonstrate techniques, and invite willing participants into the ring. The 90-minute experience includes tonkatsu and chanko soup, plus time for photos in a traditional sumo costume. It starts at 1 pm, and you can request dietary accommodations when booking.

“Very well organised, excellent entertainment and a very good lunch. Very informative about Sumo., loved it.”

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Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo - Rituals first, then the force of a bout
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Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

5.Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,750 reviews · from $79

At Shinjuku Sumo Club, a bilingual MC explains sumo rituals and rules as two wrestlers demonstrate the sport. You can join a friendly challenge on the ring, ask questions, and take photos with the wrestlers. The 90-minute show is designed as an accessible introduction, not a formal tournament.

“What a fun experience! We learned the history of sumo and the main tactics of the sport. Saw live demonstrations and my daughter got to challenge a wrestler. Staff was great.”

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Tokyo: Samurai Restaurant Show Ticket with 2 Drinks - What happens once the show begins
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Tokyo: Samurai Restaurant Show Ticket with 2 Drinks

6.Samurai Restaurant Show Ticket with 2 Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,307 reviews · 1h 30m · from $55

Spend an evening at Samurai Restaurant in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho district, where samurai, ninjas, dancers, music, and neon effects fill a lavishly decorated venue. Your ticket includes two alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks. The show is loud, fast-paced, and aimed at adults: entry is restricted to people 18 and older.

“Samurai Restaurant Time was outstanding, amazing, bonkers, brilliant entertainment. Sure it’s sensory overload-like having your eyeballs rinsed out with liquid neon - but the smiles it left our party with nearly split our faces in two. Possibly the most fun you can have with your clothes on. It’s a shot of pure adrenalised Tokyo. I can’t recommend it highly enough. 10 out of 5 stars”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo - Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station: big altitude, brief stop
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

7.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,287 reviews · from $122

Leave Shinjuku by air-conditioned coach for Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, a Japanese lunch with a taiko drum performance, a Lake Ashi cruise and the Mt. Komagatake ropeway. A licensed English guide leads the day. At about 12 hours and 35 minutes, it covers a lot, but weather and road closures can change the route.

“We had a lovely adventure!! We got to enjoy many sights and travel through many areas. We unfortunately could not experience the entire experience due to weather but they made it up to us by going to different locations like the Aquarium and a lovely museum. The best part was the tour guide himself. He is very knowledgeable and fun to listen to.”

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Tokyo: Sumo Show and Experience in Shinjuku - The host sets the scene
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Tokyo: Sumo Show and Experience in Shinjuku

8.Sumo Show and Experience in Shinjuku

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,001 reviews · 1h 30m · from $69

In Shinjuku, an English-speaking host such as Paula, Dai, or Ari explains sumo rituals and techniques before professional wrestlers demonstrate and spar. You can wear a traditional sumo outfit and volunteer to face a wrestler in the ring. The 90-minute show includes bottled water, but no food.

“Had a lot of fun with this experience! The show was both entertaining and educational. Leaving with a profound respect for the sport of Sumo, perfect way to end our first day in Tokyo. Also appreciate sitting as an audience member after a very long day of walking the city streets”

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Tokyo:Luxury Sumo Show Experience & Japanese cuisine & Drink - Pick a seat for the meal and drinks you want
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Tokyo:Luxury Sumo Show Experience & Japanese cuisine & Drink

9.Luxury Sumo Show Experience & Japanese cuisine & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 577 reviews · 2 hours · from $103

At Asakusa Sumo Club Annex in Asakusa, a two-hour show pairs a geisha dance and bilingual sumo explanations with bouts by retired wrestlers, a Japanese meal, and a chance to enter the ring. Choose table or sofa seating, with meal and drink inclusions varying by category. Vegetarian and vegan meals require two days’ notice.

“Excellent show, atmosphere, staff and the food was amazing. Well worth the cost to attend. We all had the best time.”

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Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks - Boarding a yakatabune
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Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks

10.Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 473 reviews · from $65

Board a traditional yakatabune for an approximately 1-hour-40-minute Tokyo Bay cruise with Japanese music, unlimited soft drinks, and sukiyaki if you select the meal option. Look for Rainbow Bridge, the Odaiba Statue of Liberty, Fuji TV, and Tokyo Tower from the water. Hosts have included Karen and Yoyo; performers have included shamisen musician Hibiki.

“Wonderful very lovely kind people amazing music incredible voice I enjoyed it I would recommend everyone goes once amazing musician”

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Tokyo: Samurai Entertainment Night Show in Kanda Shrine - Arrive Early for Dinner and Drinks
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Tokyo: Samurai Entertainment Night Show in Kanda Shrine

11.Samurai Entertainment Night Show in Kanda Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 417 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $41

Spend an evening at Kanda Myojin, where a live samurai-themed performance tells the legend of Taira no Masakado through choreography, music, costumes, and theatrical effects. Arrive for the 7 PM opening, order food and drinks before the show, then meet the cast and take photos after the performance. Tickets start at $41 per person.

“Well here we are again. This is my seventh time to visit this show and I mean the number already tells everything I guess. I would visit this show every week if I could. Amazing acting, sound effects, choreography and music makes this the best samurai show in town. I love all the characters and how cool they are. My favorite story is the Spiderwoman and the Butterfly, the Black Fox and obviously Tairo no Masakado story. You can take pictures with the actors after the show and talk to them. This a must see thing in Tokio !!!”

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Tokyo Dinner Cruise & Tradition Show & Drinks & Tokyo Tower - Following the route past Rainbow Bridge
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Tokyo Dinner Cruise & Tradition Show & Drinks & Tokyo Tower

12.Tokyo Dinner Cruise & Tradition Show & Drinks & Tokyo Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 315 reviews · 1h 40m · from $95

Spend 100 minutes aboard a traditional yakatabune houseboat, with a sukiyaki-style meal, unlimited soft drinks and live Japanese music. English-speaking hosts such as Karen and Yoyo have helped make the trip welcoming, while performers vary by day. Add Tokyo Tower’s 150-meter main deck if your selected option includes admission, and arrange your own transfer from the pier.

“We had the most beautiful evening on Tokyo bay. The singer and musician were extraordinarily talented and it was an honour to experience live traditional Japanese folk music. The host was incredibly friendly and educated us about traditional and modern day Tokyo. The food was divine with obviously high quality fresh ingredients. The boat and the views from it were stunning. Thank you all so much.”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo Sta. Area - Lunch, four menu choices and a wadaiko performance
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo Sta. Area

13.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo Sta. Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · from $123

Leave Tokyo at 7:35 am by air-conditioned bus for Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, then continue to Hakone for a lake cruise and a cableway ride. Choose a lunch option with a Japanese drum performance, or bring your own meal. An English-speaking licensed guide accompanies the group, which can have up to 44 people.

“This was a well organised trip and good value for money. Sadly the weather was against us but it would be a wonderful trip on a sunny day.”

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English Stand up Comedy Show - What the comedy is like
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English Stand up Comedy Show

14.English Stand up Comedy Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · from $26

At Tokyo Comedy Bar, about a minute from Shibuya Station, you’ll see a changing line-up of Japanese and international comedians performing in English. Expect jokes about life in Japan and topics as unexpected as sea cucumbers, in a small club with craft beer, cocktails, and snacks available. Shows last about one to two hours, and some material may be adult.

“800 yen drinks. Not too big of a crowd. Not too small. Friendly crowd from all over the world. Very accompanying host. I had a good time:)”

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Tokyo: KABUKI Show at Kabukiza Theatre Admission Ticket - Captions make the stories easier to follow
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Tokyo: KABUKI Show at Kabukiza Theatre Admission Ticket

15.KABUKI Show at Kabukiza Theatre Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 152 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Spend about four hours at Kabukiza Theatre in Ginza, the world’s only theater dedicated exclusively to Kabuki. Your ticket includes English or simplified Chinese captions. Programs change monthly and can combine historical drama, dance, and modern Kabuki. Arrive early to collect your physical ticket, explore the Kabuki exhibition, and settle in before the curtain.

“It was like nothing I'd ever seen before. Fascinating. A cross between opera, ballet and pantomime and yet nothing like any if them. I loved it. I hadn't quite reslised it was going to be 4 and a quarter hours long though!”

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