Immerse yourself in Tokyoās culinary scene with a guided tour of Tsukiji and Toyosu markets. Experience the energy and excitement of the local kitchen and learn about the marketās history. Eat and shop like a Japanese local!
- Toyosu Market - Toyosu Market (č±ę“²åøå “, Toyosu ShijÅ) opened on October 11, 2018 on the man-made island of Toyosu in the Bay of Tokyo. It took over the wholesale business from the aging Tsukiji Market and provides tourists with an opportunity to observe the market action and to dine at restaurants across its large, modern premises.
The huge wholesale market consists of three main buildings: two buildings for seafood and one for fruits and vegetables. All buildings are connected with each other and Shijo-mae Station via walkways, and tourists can enter them along dedicated routes and view the action from observation windows that look onto the auction and wholesale halls for tuna, other seafood and produce.
This tour does not include tuna auction viewing.
- Tsukiji Fish Market - Meet up with your guide at Tsukiji Honganji Temple, just outside the marketās main gate, in the morning. As you navigate your way through this labyrinth of all things seafood, learn from your guide about the marketās history and why many Japanās top chefs visit here daily to pick up the freshest-quality ingredients. You never know what you might find as you stroll past the stalls of this amazing food center. You might see piles of sea urchin (uni) stacked neatly in boxes, watch as vendors carve massive Bluefin tuna or spot puffer fish floating in tanks.
You can also visit the temple and shrine in Tsukiji and learn about the history of this land that was reclaimed from the sea to become a bustling market!
- Namiyoke Inari Shrine - The history of Tsukiji is rich and you can lean about some of this history when you visit Namiyoke Shrine! This Shinto Shrine is meant to keep away the waves from this land reclaimed from the sea!
- Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple - Buddhism has a long history in Japan and there are many temples all across the country. The Honwanji Temple is known for its unique construction and is a great opportunity to learn about Japanese Buddhism on your trip!
- Meet up with guide in Tokyo
- The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- For Tuna Auction tour: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Food and drink, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Delve into Japanese cuisine by exploring Tokyoās two renowned fish markets, Toyosu and Tsukiji, on a gastronomy-focused journey. These markets offer a true taste of Japanese food culture!
Commence your tour with your guide at your hotel or at Toyosu, observing the fish trading and preparation process from a viewing platform. Proceed to Tsukiji Market afterwards to feel the pulsating atmosphere of the local kitchen. While meandering through this seafood haven, your guide will enlighten you about the marketās past and the reason why it is a daily haunt for Japanās premier chefs in search of superior-quality products.
Once the tour concludes, feel free to linger in the market for a leisurely breakfast or lunch.
Please note, this tour does not include the early morning tuna auction. Refer to Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide for this.
- This is not the tour for the tuna auction. Please see Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide.
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.