Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings

Name: Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Brand: Viator
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4.9(904)2 hr 30 minEnglishBook 1 day aheadTokyo, Japan

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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.

Tour photos
3+ kinds of food tastings in the market
Visit 60-year-old restaurant to watch their morning prep work
Small portion tastings of Ikura(Salmon roe) and Uni(Sea urchin)
Premium Tuna tasting (Tasting 5 different parts of Tuna)
A Certified guide by MagicalTrip

What you'll do

Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
3-15-1, Tsukiji, Japan
Iconic temple in Tsukiji area. Good for meeting place.
The Old Tsukiji Market
5-2-1, Tsukiji, Japan
You will visit a long-established shop with over 60 years of history, where you can observe the preparation process and enjoy a seafood tasting.
50 min
Tsukiji Fish Market
4-14-2, Tsukiji, Japan
Eating around the Tsukiji Outer Market where you can find a variety of Japanese food specialty shops. The market is bustling with activity, catering to a wide range of needs, whether you are a business buyer, a local resident or a tourist.
1 hour
Namiyoke Inari Shrine
6-20-37, Tsukiji, Japan
Namiyoke Shrine is Tsukiji’s historic guardian shrine, known for protecting the area and offering a peaceful break from the busy market.
20 min

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

- Meeting point is at the gate of Honganji-Temple - The guide will be holding a red/orange sign saying MagicalTrip - The meeting point for this tour is "Tsukiji Station". Please be careful not to go to "Tsukijishijo Station" by mistake.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.