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Katsuragi City Sumo Museum “Kehayaza”

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Explore sumo's origins and artifacts at this museum, a short walk from Taimadera Station.

Katsuragi City Sumo Museum “Kehayaza”
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What it is

  • A museum dedicated to the sport of sumo.
  • Opened in May 1990.
  • Named after sumo founder Taima no Kehaya.

What to see

  • Approximately 12,000 sumo-related items.
  • A full-size sumo ring is inside.
  • Watch the mini-movie "Kehaya Monogatari."
  • The tomb of sumo founder Taima no Kehaya is nearby.

When to go

  • Open 10:00 to 17:00.
  • Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
  • Closed for New Year holidays (December 28 - January 4).

Getting there

  • 5-minute walk west from Taimadera Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

奈良県葛城市當麻83-1 Open in Google Maps

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