Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Duration
Guided tour
- Step inside a 60-year-old local restaurant and watch expert chefs prepare for the day’s market rush.
- Savor premium tastings of five tuna cuts, plus luxury uni and ikura, guided by a certified local expert.
- Wander Tsukiji’s lively market streets, sampling street foods like tamagoyaki and eel skewers along the way.
- Get hands-on and craft your own Gunkan (battleship) sushi with step-by-step guidance from your host.
- Discover the cultural connection between Japanese faith and food with a visit to a historic local shrine.
- Visit 60-year-old restaurant for morning prep
- Premium tuna tasting (5 cuts)
- Ikura (salmon roe) and uni (sea urchin) tastings
- 3+ food tastings in the market
- Certified local guide
- Tour photos
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Experience the ultimate Tsukiji Fish Market adventure!
This is not just a standard walking tour; it is a deep dive into the hidden world of Japan's legendary seafood culture.
1. Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access: Start at a historic 60-year-old local restaurant. Watch the chefs' intricate morning preparation work and learn the fascinating distribution secrets of the market.
2. Premium Seafood & Tuna Tasting: Enjoy a world-class tasting experience you cannot easily find abroad. Compare 3 different cuts of premium tuna (Zuke, Chutoro, Otoro) and taste small portions of luxury Uni (sea urchin) and Ikura (salmon roe). You will even learn how to make your own Gunkan (battleship) sushi!
3. Bustling Street Food & Culture: Explore the vibrant market streets to taste tamagoyaki, eel skewers, or fresh sashimi. Discover Japanese knives, pottery, and tea along the way.
4. Cultural Connection: Visit a historic local shrine to learn how Japanese faith and gratitude shape their food values.
What to bring
- Bring some cash if you wish to purchase additional street foods during the tour, as some vendors may not accept cards.
What's not allowed
- Pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Infants must not sit on laps during the tour.
- Strollers are not allowed on the tour.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- Strollers are not permitted on the tour.
Additional information
- Infant seats are not available for this experience.
- This tour is not recommended for people with back problems, pregnant travelers, or people with heart conditions.
- Allergy-free or dietary restrictions cannot be guaranteed, and substitutions may not be possible at all stops.
- Vegetarian and vegan options are not available on this tour.
- Japan's climate can be extreme; prepare for summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F).
- Public transportation is available nearby for convenient access to the meeting point.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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