Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum
Nabe / Sukiyaki / Shabu Shabu
A lively izakaya with an actual sumo ring in the middle, where diners can immerse themselves in the culture of the sport with great food and alcohol.
Restaurant Details
Ever fancied being a sumo wrestler? The answer is likely no, but whatever the answer actually is, guests have the opportunity to sample the lifestyle of Japan's most powerful "rikishi" (Japanese for wrestler) in a single evening at this fantastic Edo-inspired izakaya. Located in Ryogoku, part of Tokyo’s historic east side and the epicenter of sumo culture, this restaurant has a genuine sumo ring, called dohyo, in the corner of the dining space.
In the past, it used to be common to have some form of entertainer enter the dohyo to play traditional music, perform traditional dance, or sing songs typically reserved for sumo tournaments. These performances are now less common — the restaurant now only occasionally hosts performances on Fridays — but the atmosphere is still as lively as ever.
The menu has a sumo theme running through it, too. Diners can enjoy the protein-rich stew typically used to bulk up these behemoth brawlers, named chanko nabe, and legendarily difficult to finish for its colossal size. There is also a wide range of izakaya light bites and Western dishes on offer, made with uber-fresh seafood delivered fresh from the market.
Prefer something more refined over a sumo-sized feast? Every month, the restaurant hosts an exclusive tuna live-cutting show. Settle into one of the serene private Japanese rooms, sip on sake, and savor the experience as time drifts effortlessly by.
Hana no Mai has put together a course menu filled with its most popular items, including the special chanko nabe (sumo hot pot), grilled gamecock, sashimi, tempura and crab shell chirashi sushi ("scattered" sushi).
Hana no Mai has put together a course menu filled with its most popular items, including the special chanko nabe (sumo hot pot), grilled gamecock, sashimi, tempura and crab shell chirashi sushi ("scattered" sushi).
Hana no Mai's 9-dish course, aptly named “Sea and Mountain Cuisine,” is a celebration of "shitamachi" (oldtown) flavors with a touch of indulgence. Highlights include the boiled snow crab and the izakaya’s signature chicken chanko nabe — a hearty hotpot traditionally enjoyed by sumo wrestlers. The menu also features expertly grilled fatty pork, nigiri sushi, and crisp, golden tempura.
Hana no Mai's 9-dish course, aptly named “Sea and Mountain Cuisine,” is a celebration of "shitamachi" (oldtown) flavors with a touch of indulgence. Highlights include the boiled snow crab and the izakaya’s signature chicken chanko nabe — a hearty hotpot traditionally enjoyed by sumo wrestlers. The menu also features expertly grilled fatty pork, nigiri sushi, and crisp, golden tempura.
This hearty course is perfect for special occasions. Its centerpiece is a luxurious king crab and snow crab platter. Eight other popular dishes, including the signature chanko nabe, tender surf clam, flavorful gamecock, crispy tempura and delicate sushi, complement this indulgence.
This hearty course is perfect for special occasions. Its centerpiece is a luxurious king crab and snow crab platter. Eight other popular dishes, including the signature chanko nabe, tender surf clam, flavorful gamecock, crispy tempura and delicate sushi, complement this indulgence.
Start with a platter of raw oysters, sesame tofu, surf clams, and bluefin tuna sashimi. Then, enjoy highlights like king crab teppanyaki, grilled meats, tempura, and an eel rice bowl or snow crab and seafood. For a satisfying finale, finish with matcha warabimochi and vanilla ice cream.
Start with a platter of raw oysters, sesame tofu, surf clams, and bluefin tuna sashimi. Then, enjoy highlights like king crab teppanyaki, grilled meats, tempura, and an eel rice bowl or snow crab and seafood. For a satisfying finale, finish with matcha warabimochi and vanilla ice cream.
This chef-curated menu showcases the finest from the northern seas. Start with king crab, snow crab and velvety sea urchin. Relish a hearty seafood chanko nabe and sizzling teppanyaki featuring king crab, beef ribs, fatty pork and gamecock. For the main course, choose between an eel and egg rice bowl or a snow crab and seafood rice bowl.
This chef-curated menu showcases the finest from the northern seas. Start with king crab, snow crab and velvety sea urchin. Relish a hearty seafood chanko nabe and sizzling teppanyaki featuring king crab, beef ribs, fatty pork and gamecock. For the main course, choose between an eel and egg rice bowl or a snow crab and seafood rice bowl.
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Remarks
A minimum of two guests is required to make a reservation. Please reserve for the number of guests who will be attending.
Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.
The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.
The course menu content listed below is an example and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.
The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.
The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Business Days
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Address
1-1-15 Kamezawa, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0014
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Access Info
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum is a 2-minute walk from Ryogoku Station on the Toei Oedo Line (Exit A5).
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Phone Number
Hana no Mai Edo-Tokyo Museum Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 72 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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