About this experience
On this half-day morning tour, you will be taken to Tsukiji, a world-famous market also known as the kitchen of Tokyo. Explore the stores in the outer market, and sample a variety of local food ranging from finger food to delicacies. You will also visit the wholesale area to find different kinds of seafood, including tuna. At the end of the tour, you will go to a local sushi restaurant and enjoy some fresh and local sushi.
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What to expect
Meet at Tsukiji Honganji Temple
08:30Check in with your guide at the temple gate — a striking landmark that's easy to spot.
Tsukiji Outer Market exploration
Walk the bustling outer market lanes, stopping to taste street foods including Japanese omelette, fried fish cake, dashi soup, and green tea.
Tsukiji Uogashi wholesale market
Step into the wholesale area where Tokyo's top restaurants source their seafood, including a look at fresh tuna.
Sake and sushi tasting at a local restaurant
Settle in at a neighbourhood sushi restaurant to round off the tour with fresh, locally sourced sushi and a sake tasting.
Tour ends at Tsukiji Station
11:30The tour concludes at Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, leaving you well-placed to continue your day.
Meeting point
Tsukiji Honganji Temple, 5 Chome-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo — in front of the main gate
Arrive at the temple gate by 08:30. The temple is a short walk from Tsukiji Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line). Look for your guide at the front gate.
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- Comfortable walking shoes
- Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
- A light layer — the market can be breezy in the early morning
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly do I meet the guide?
Meet in front of the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple at 08:30. The temple is clearly visible from Tsukiji Station on the Hibiya Line.
How long does the tour last?
The tour runs from 08:30 to 11:30 — approximately three hours in total.
Can I join if I have dietary restrictions or don't eat raw fish?
The tasting menu includes raw sushi and fresh tuna. The menu can vary by season, but if you have specific dietary requirements it's worth contacting the operator in advance to check what can be accommodated.
Is this tour suitable for children?
The tour is a walking food experience through a busy market. Children who are comfortable with walking and adventurous with food tend to enjoy it — check with the operator if you're unsure about age suitability.
Will the tasting menu always be the same?
The core items — sushi, sake, fresh tuna, Japanese omelette, dashi soup and green tea — are the standard menu, but specific items may vary slightly by season.
Do I need to print my ticket?
A mobile ticket is accepted — simply show your booking confirmation on your phone at the meeting point.