Kappo Yoshiba

This is the best place in Sumida Prefecture for the Chanko, the sumo fighter's daily dish !!!The fishes are very fresh, which is perfect for sushi and sashimi.At lunch time, there are a lot of variety of Japanese set box (定食).It's a must stop place when you come for the sumo arena at Ryougoku station !

Amazing “Chanko” hot-pot and sushi (sushi was good but not the best, but much better than ordinary Japanese restaurant because this place has its own sushi counter and a dedicated sushi chef.) The hospitality is amazing and good attention. There is a Sumo ring at the center of the restaurant and there is an event everyday, singing Japanese traditional songs by ex-Sumo wrestler (?) and some professional singers. Didn’t like the way they collect money from the audiences/tourists after the songs, thus minus one star.Overall, the atmosphere, the food and services are magnificent. I will bring my foreign friends here next time.

It's a nice place to bring tourists to let them have a cultural experience and good traditional foods. The price is not cheap but food is awesome.

10 minute walk from Ryogoku station, a very nice place to go with family, friends, and your business partners. Very nice food, the dishes come up pretty fast. The chanko-nabe (ちゃんこ鍋) is famous as one of the ex-sumo wrestlers founded the restaurant.:) Every dish was delicious!! The staff are friendly and helpful. The fish is straight from the fish market so it’s very fresh! Not over priced.There are occasional performances happening in the center and when I went, there was a 15-20min performance;) Saw some foreigners around as well! A great cultural experience and also a very different experience from a normal restaurant as well! Super cozy:)

Very interesting restaurant with sumo ring in the middle of the restaurant. Traditional Japanese food. Hot pot cooking at your table.

I was looking for an authentic experience and found it here. The place seems to be a favourite among locals (the inner room was full). Be sure to come a bit before 19:00 to see a traditional music performance. Afterwards, there is a lady playing the piano for the rest of the evening. The “Chef’s choice” sushi was great.