Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience Tsukiji through its food, history, and local traditions on a guided walking tour. Explore the lively outer market and discover the stories behind the businesses that have shaped the area for generations. Along the way, gain a richer understanding of Japanese culture and enjoy the freedom to choose and purchase the foods that interest you most.
- More than just a food tour, this experience offers insight into Tokyo’s lifestyle, history, and religious traditions through visits to a temple & shrine
- Small-group experience with plenty of opportunities to ask questions
- Wheelchair, stroller, and pregnancy-friendly
- Your guide will take photos during the tour and send you a link to download them afterward.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
Visit Tsukiji Hongwanji, one of Tokyo’s most distinctive Buddhist temples, while learning about Tsukiji’s history and Japan’s Buddhist traditions.
Tsukiji Fish Market
Explore Tsukiji, known as “Tokyo’s Kitchen,” with a local Japanese guide, discovering its rich history and culinary traditions. (The Fish Market, known for its famous tuna auctions, was moved from Tsukiji to Toyosu in 2018)
Options
Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food & Culture Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Insights into Tsukiji’s history and food culture
Local English-Speaking Guide
Your guide will introduce carefully selected local vendors, and you can choose the specialties that appeal to you most.
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing guided tour
adamtL646QT,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on the Tsukiji market tour with our guide, Mimi. During our 2 week stay in Japan, we planned most things on our own, but this tour reminded us how valuable having a knowledgeable local guide can be. We learned so much, enjoyed great conversations, and appreciated all of Mimi’s thoughtful recommendations. The experience was both fun and insightful, and we would happily recommend both the tour and Mimi to anyone visiting Tokyo.
Do this tour!
mikik712,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having Mimi as our guide around the market added so much value to the experience. Since it was incredibly busy, having someone local to lead the way made everything feel enjoyable rather than overwhelming. She introduced us to a great variety of street foods, shared fascinating stories and insights about the area, and made sure we got the most out of our visit. We also appreciated how smoothly everything flowed and how easy she made it to navigate such a lively place. Highly recommended!
Amazing food and an amazing guide!
Adventure68469609729,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tuna sashimi was incredible. The wagyu beef skewer was probably one of the best things I ate during my entire trip to Japan. Every stop had something delicious to try. But what really made the experience special was Mimi. She was fun, knowledgeable, and made the whole tour feel like exploring Tokyo with a friend. We learned so much while having a great time. Honestly, one of the highlights of our trip. Great food, great stories, great guide. Just amazing!
A wonderful family experience thanks to Mimi
Daydream12423850062,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent experience! What made this tour memorable was how thoughtfully Mimi customized the day. She asked us what our interests and preferences are, and she adjusted the itinerary accordingly. We skipped omelette because we had some at our hotel that morning. Thanks to her, we visited places that we wouldn't have figured on our own.
Absolutely fantastic
O7605GNtommasop,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had lots of fun, wouldn’t know where to go on my own. Great to have someone show me around. Our guide Mimi was so friendly, kind and knowledgeable. There is lots to see and do in the markets.
Much more than a food tour
svetlanarZ9718YW,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thought we were joining a food tour, but it turned out to be a fascinating introduction to Japanese culture. Visiting Tsukiji Honganji Temple and Namiyoke Shrine helped us understand the history and traditions behind the area before exploring the market. Mimi was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and she was happy to answer all of our questions. We learned so much about Japanese culture and local life that we would never have discovered on our own.
Knowledgeable guide and great food recommendations
mariesY4113IA,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide gave us excellent recommendations throughout the market and explained the significance of many local foods and traditions. We appreciated that we could choose what interested us rather than following a fixed tasting schedule. The historical explanations made the entire experience much more meaningful.
Perfect balance of food and culture
Traveler52319740040,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What made this tour truly special was our guide, Mimi. She didn’t just explain the sights but instead she helped us understand how temples and shrines are still deeply connected to everyday life in Japan. We learned how locals visit them, what people pray for, and why these places remain important today. Mimi also taught us the proper way to bow and how to use the purification fountain, which made us feel much more confident and respectful. Combined with delicious food and fascinating stories about Tsukiji, this was one of the most meaningful experiences of our trip. Highly recommended!
Come hungry and bring lots of cash!
missimoy,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Come hungry and bring lots of cash, because you’ll want to try everything. We spent like 5000 yen. The sashimi was melt-in-your-mouth good, the grilled scallop was incredible, and every time we thought we were done eating, we found something else that looked too good to pass up. What made the tour even better was Mimi. She knew exactly where to go, shared fascinating stories about Tsukiji’s history and Japan’s food culture, and made the whole experience fun and easy. Visiting the temple and shrine added so much context to the former fish market that we would have completely missed on our own. We left with full stomachs, great photos, and a much deeper appreciation for Tokyo. Highly recommended!
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