Explore the vibrant Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo on a 3-hour guided tour. Enjoy tastings of sushi, sake, and more while learning about Japan's seafood culture. Small group experience ensures a personalized journey.
Get ready for a mouth-watering adventure at Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market, the city's seafood hotspot! This easy and exciting tour is perfect for food lovers. We'll stroll around this bustling market, famous for over 80 years. It's where the best chefs in Tokyo come for top-notch fish.
Our friendly guide will be with you every step of the way, showing you the cool spots and letting you taste amazing things like fresh sushi, fluffy Japanese omelets, and tasty fried fish cakes. Plus, you'll get to try some local sake and tea – it's all about experiencing the real flavors of Tsukiji!
This tour is more than just eating; it's a journey into the world of fresh fish and seafood, a big part of Japanese life. Our guide makes it super fun and easy to explore this huge market, sharing cool stories and facts as you taste your way through. It's a perfect mix of yummy food, fun learning, and exploring Japanese culture. Are you in for a delicious adventure? Book your spot on our Tsukiji Market tour and let's discover the yummiest secrets of Tokyo together!
Explore Tokyo's famous Tsukiji Fish Market
Small-group walking tour for a personal experience
Taste a variety of fresh sushi and seafood
Enjoy Japanese-style omelets and fried fish cakes
Sip on local sake and traditional Japanese tea
Learn about Japan's seafood culture from an expert guide
Navigate the market's lively stalls and vendors
Perfect for food enthusiasts and culture explorers
Location: 3-chōme-15-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-8435, Japan
Meetup Time: 8:15 AM at the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji-Temple
Our first major stop is at the Tsukiji Jogai Market, where we'll spend around 90 minutes. Here, you'll immerse yourself in the bustling world of Japan's largest fish market. You'll learn about its 80-year history as a seafood haven and witness where local residents and renowned chefs come for the freshest ingredients.
We'll wander among stalls of vibrant produce, from massive tunas to wriggling octopus tentacles. Get ready to sample a variety of iconic Japanese foods, including Japanese-style omelets, fried fish cakes, Dashi soup, Katsuobushi (dried bonito), and more, all paired with traditional Japanese tea and sake.
Next, we'll delve deeper into the Tsukiji Market for a 30-minute exploration. This part of the market buzzes with energy and activity, giving you an authentic taste of Tokyo's seafood industry and its dynamic culture.
As we move through the market, we'll pass by Tsukiji Hitachiya. This renowned shop is famous for its quality Japanese kitchenware and cooking tools, a favorite among culinary professionals.
For 30 minutes, we'll explore Tsukiji Uogashi, a lively area within the market known for its wide array of seafood stalls. Here, the variety and freshness of the seafood are unparalleled, offering another layer of insight into Tokyo's fish market life.
Our final stop is a 30-minute visit to the inner Tsukiji Fish Market. This section is a hub of seafood trading, offering an up-close look at the market's operations and more delicious tasting opportunities.
We conclude our tour where we started, at Tsukiji Honganji. By now, you'll have a full stomach and a deeper appreciation of Tokyo's food culture, having experienced the sights, sounds, and tastes of Tsukiji Market.
Expert local guide
Tastings: omelet, fish cake, sake, tea, fishbowl
Free samples
No hotel transport
Extra food/drinks
Personal buys
Travel to starting point
Booking confirmation received immediately after booking
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness levels
Meetup at 8:15 AM at Tsukiji Honganji-Temple's main gate; on-time arrival crucial
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The minimum age for alcohol is 20; alternative drinks for under 20
No tour extension for late arrivals
No refunds for cancellations or lateness on tour day
Infant meals not included
No special dietary accommodations (vegetarian, halal, gluten-free)
The tour is not suitable for those who can't eat fish
Tour limited to 20 participants
Location: Tsukiji Honganji, 3-chōme-15-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-8435, Japan
Time: 8:15 AM at the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple
Note: It's crucial to be on time as the tour starts promptly. Please gather at the front side of the temple; the back side is not the meeting point (beware that Google Maps might direct you there).
The tour begins at 8:15 AM. Please meet at the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple, located at 3-chōme-15-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo. It's important to arrive on time as the tour starts promptly.
Expect the tour to last approximately 3 hours. This duration allows for a comprehensive exploration of the market, including various food tastings and cultural insights.
Since the tour involves walking through the market, we highly recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. The ground can be uneven and busy, so good footwear will enhance your experience.
The tour primarily focuses on seafood and traditional Japanese cuisine, and we are unable to cater to specific dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, halal, or gluten-free diets. If you have a seafood allergy or dietary limitations, this tour might not meet your needs.
The tour is open to all ages. However, for alcohol tasting, the legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years. Participants below this age will be offered non-alcoholic alternatives.
The tour has a strict schedule and cannot accommodate late arrivals. If you miss the start, you won't be able to join the tour midway, and unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for late arrivals.
Your booking covers all the food and drink tastings listed. Extra purchases, like additional food, drinks, or souvenirs, along with any personal expenses and transportation to the meeting point, are not included.
Children are welcome on the tour, but parents need to consider if their children are comfortable with walking and trying various foods. Note that meals for infants or specific child-friendly food options are not included.
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Meet in front of the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple at around 08:15.
Our first major stop is at the Tsukiji Jogai Market, where we'll spend around 90 minutes. Here, you'll immerse yourself in the bustling world of Japan's largest fish market.
This part of the market buzzes with energy and activity, giving you an authentic taste of Tokyo's seafood industry and its dynamic culture.
This renowned shop is famous for its quality Japanese kitchenware and cooking tools, a favorite among culinary professionals.
Here, the variety and freshness of the seafood are unparalleled, offering another layer of insight into Tokyo's fish market life.
This section is a hub of seafood trading, offering an up-close look at the market's operations and more delicious tasting opportunities.
We conclude our tour where we started, at Tsukiji Honganji.
