Tsukiji Market Walking Tour: Discover Tokyo's Culinary Street Food Heart

Highlights

Enjoy several different types of fresh seafood and local Japanese delicacies
Explore Tsukiji Outer Market with a friendly, knowledgeable English-speaking guide
Discover where the local foodies go to eat
Learn about the foundation of Japanese food culture at the "Kitchen of Tokyo”

Overview

For a truly authentic food adventure in Tokyo, the Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Tour is the perfect choice! As the heart of Japanese cuisine, Tsukiji is often referred to as the "Kitchen of Tokyo." Although the renowned tuna auction has moved to Toyosu Fish Market, Tsukiji's outer market remains vibrant, attracting visitors from across the globe. With more than 400 shops and stalls, you’ll discover a variety of unique ingredients and foods as you wander through its lively streets.

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[What to Expect on Our Tsukiji Fish Market Tour]

On this guided tour, you’ll have the chance to sample a wide range of Japanese foods, from street snacks to local specialties. Our expert guides are deeply knowledgeable about Japanese food culture and will share insider tips throughout the experience. We'll also take you to a small wholesale area, where you can view an impressive selection of seafood and other local products.

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At the end of the tour, you’ll enjoy a delicious fish bowl or sushi to wrap up the day! Whether it's your first visit to Tsukiji or you don’t speak Japanese, our friendly and experienced guides will make sure you’re well taken care of throughout the tour.

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[What to Eat at Tsukiji Fish Market]

Tsukiji Fish Market is a true culinary treasure trove! While seafood and sushi are popular choices, the market offers an abundance of other delightful foods to try. You'll have the chance to sample a variety of these dishes during our tour.

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[Is Tsukiji Still Worth Visiting After the Relocation?]

Although part of Tsukiji Market, including the famous tuna auction, moved to Toyosu in 2018, the outer market remains a lively and thriving destination. It continues to draw crowds of tourists and locals alike, eager to enjoy fresh seafood and the lively atmosphere.

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Dive into Japan’s rich food culture and explore Tokyo like a local with our Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Drink Tour!

Itinerary

9:00 AM – Meet and Greet

Start your day by meeting your friendly, English-speaking guide at a designated spot near the Tsukiji Fish Market. Get a brief overview of the market’s history and significance in Tokyo’s food culture.

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9:15 AM – Explore the Tsukiji Outer Market

Begin your exploration by walking through the bustling outer market, where you’ll see over 400 stalls offering fresh seafood, vegetables, and unique Japanese ingredients. Your guide will point out some of the most interesting stalls and explain the significance of the products sold.

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9:45 AM – Sample Local Delicacies

Enjoy the first round of tastings as you sample a variety of street foods and traditional Japanese snacks, such as tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), grilled seafood skewers, and fresh sashimi. Discover the flavors that have made Tsukiji famous!

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10:15 AM – Visit a Traditional Knife Shop

Stop by one of Tsukiji’s famous knife shops to witness the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese knives. You’ll get a chance to see how these knives are used in preparing the seafood sold at the market.

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10:35 AM – Discover the Wholesale Area

Head into the small wholesale section, where you’ll observe market vendors in action. You’ll see an impressive selection of seafood, and your guide will explain the significance of some of the rare items on display.

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11:00 AM – Sushi or Seafood Donburi (Fish Bowl) Experience

Conclude your market adventure with a delicious meal of fresh sushi or a seafood donburi (rice bowl topped with sashimi). Relax and enjoy a hearty serving prepared with the freshest ingredients sourced directly from the market.

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11:30 AM – End of Tour

After your meal, the tour wraps up. You can choose to stay and explore more of Tsukiji or follow your guide’s recommendations for nearby attractions and activities.

Included

English Guide

Not Included

Hotel pick-up
Food and Drink

Remarks

【General Information】

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This is a group tour.
We will depart promptly at the scheduled time, so please ensure you arrive on time.
The tour may conclude slightly earlier or later than the planned time. If you have any appointments immediately after the tour, please inform us in advance.
Some traditional Tsukiji shops and the Uogashi wholesale market are closed on Wednesdays, Sundays, national holidays, and other market closure days. Please be aware of this in advance. However, restaurants remain open, ensuring a genuine food and drink experience.

【Pricing & Payment】

・All payments must be made in full before the tour.

・We define a participant over the age of 12 years old as an adult.

・Children between the ages of 4 – 12 years old are considered a child.

　(A child's price is 70% of an adult's price)

・Children under 3 years old are free

・If the group is over the maximum group size, then the group will be split up.

Cancel Policy

You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 8 days before your scheduled tour

To qualify, the cancellation must be completed 8 full days before 12:00 AM (JST) on the day of your tour. For example, if your tour is on a Friday, you need to cancel by midnight the previous Thursday (or 12:00 AM Friday the week before in the tour’s timezone) to receive the full refund

For cancellations made within 7 days of the tour, the following fees apply :