Sumo Mochi-Pounding Event in Nara | by Meal for Bridge

Enjoy a rare cultural experience: watch mochi poundinng by sumo wrestlers and connect with local families in Japan!

Event Overview
Join us for a warm and family-friendly cultural exchange event in Ikoma, Nara!
This event brings together international guests and local families for a unique cultural experience.
We will attend a traditional mochi-pounding ceremony — a rare and exciting opportunity to experience Japanese culture up close.
Please note: **This is not a meal event** — please have lunch before coming.

Program
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1. Icebreaker & Introductions (12:15–12:45)
Meet other participants and enjoy a friendly welcome time.
2. Special Mochi Pounding Ceremony (13:00–14:00)
We will visit a festive mochi-pounding event featuring **sumo wrestlers** performing live.It’s a powerful and memorable cultural experience that you won’t usually find in guidebooks.
3. Community Exchange Time (14:30–16:00)
Relax, chat, and connect with locals and international families after the ceremony.

Location/Access
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**Room 402, 4th Floor, Ikoma Seisei Building**
1-6-12 Motomachi, Ikoma City
Nara 630-0257, Japan
All activities, including the mochi-pounding ceremony with sumo wrestlers, will take place **inside the same building**, so families with children can join comfortably without any travel between locations.
(Full address details will be shared after registration.)