Nomi no Sukune Shrine
野見宿禰神社
This Tokyo shrine honors sumo's founder and celebrates its champions, a must for sumo fans.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to Nomi no Sukune, founder of sumo.
- Founded in 1884 by the Japan Sumo Association.
- Original building destroyed, rebuilt in 1953.
What to see
- Monuments to successive Yokozuna.
- Large natural stone hand-washing basin.
- Stone pillars with names of sumo figures.
When to go
- Annual festival held after sumo tournaments.
- New Yokozuna perform ring-entering ceremonies here.
Getting there
- Located near Ryogoku Kokugikan.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都墨田区亀沢2-8-10 Open in Google Maps
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