Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Backstage Tour & Sushi Bento Making
Overview
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2 hours
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Explore Tsukiji Fish Market and make your own sushi—all in just 2 hours. This is more than a market tour or sushi class—it’s a complete Market story. Start your Tokyo day the best way.
Produced by a historic Tsukiji business with 100+ years of roots, this insider experience takes you beyond the usual tourist route. Walk the market area and discover the culture behind sushi. Visit places most visitors never see, meet shop owners, and view tools.
Then create your own premium sushi by hand using Tsukiji ingredients, authentic tools and knives, finished in a wooden bento box.
Perfect for travelers wanting a deeper Tokyo food experience without spending half a day. Small-group walk limited to 8 guests. Child pricing 40% off.
*Discover the real Tsukiji & make your own sushi in 2 hours
*Perfect way to start your Tokyo day
*Insider access most visitors never experience
*Wooden bento box experience
*Use authentic tools and knives
*Small-group experience (max 8 guests)
*Child pricing 40% off
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start time. The tour starts promptly and late arrivals may not be able to join. Please allow extra travel time.
There are several Sushizanmai locations in Tsukiji. Please make sure you go to the Sushizanmai Bekkan building. This tour is independent and not affiliated with the restaurant. Please do not ask restaurant staff about this tour.
This is a hands-on class where guests eat what they prepare. For food safety reasons, sushi and bento must be consumed on-site and cannot be taken away.
Please inform us in advance of any allergies or dietary requests (such as vegetarian). We will do our best to accommodate, but same-day requests may not be possible.
Unfortunately, Kosher requests cannot be accommodated.
As raw fish is handled during the class, please refrain from joining if you are feeling unwell.
Extra food and drinks, hotel pickup/drop-off, and transportation to/from the meeting point are not included.
Some Tsukiji market shops may accept cash only. If you would like to shop during the tour, we recommend bringing small cash or coins.
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes, as this experience includes walking through the market area.
Large suitcases or oversized luggage are not recommended. Please travel light if possible.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tsukiji Fish Market
Explore Tsukiji fish market with a local insider on a guided walking tour through hidden gems, the famous fish market area, and traditional specialty shops rarely discovered by independent travelers. Learn about Tsukiji’s market culture, ingredients, and history while experiencing the authentic atmosphere of Tokyo’s most iconic food destination—the perfect introduction before your sushi making class begins.
Tsukiji Jogai Market
After exploring Tsukiji Market, step into the heart of Japan’s sushi culture and create 10 premium sushi pieces using fresh market ingredients trusted by top chefs. Make tuna, salmon, vegetable sushi, traditional inari sushi, and a tuna roll with hands-on guidance. Then present your handmade meal in an original handcrafted wooden bento box made by Japanese artisans. Use authentic Japanese tools, professional knives, and enjoy rare fresh wasabi. A photogenic and unforgettable highlight of your Japan trip, perfectly located in the heart of Tsukiji Market for more exploring after the tour.
What‘s Included
Premium tuna, salmon & seasonal vegetables
Hands-on sushi bento making class
Authentic Japanese knives and tools
English-speaking sushi making instructor
English-guided Tsukiji Market insider walking tour
Any applicable fees included
Enjoy 10 premium sushi pieces you make yourself on-site
Original handcrafted wooden bento box
Personal purchases during the market walk
Options
Morning tour
Discover Hidden Market Gems: Market Exploration First – Discover the Hidden Side Deep Market Walk + Sushi Bento Making
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience!
853akom,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a super amazing experience being able to get a tour of the Tsukiji market and being able to see the hidden local areas as well as learning the history and many cool trivia’s about the Tsuikiji market. The instructor was super sweet as well and politely taught us how to make each sushi step by step. We were prepared with fresh, high quality fish and other items in the bento box. The bento boxes were handmade and very aesthetically pleasing with cherry blossom prints. There were also many decorations for the sushi’s as well!! Overall it was a 10/10 experience and will definitely recommend to any age.
Amazing Tsukiji & Sushi Making Experience
L5244MD,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing experience today in Tsukiji! We first walked around the market and got to watch how Japanese omelets were made, which was super interesting. After that, we explored the fish market and learned about different kinds of fish, Japanese food culture, and the history of Tsukiji. We also visited knife shops and kitchen tool stores, which was really cool. The sushi-making experience was definitely one of the best parts. We didn’t just make sushi, but also learned about the history and etiquette behind it. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and answered every question perfectly. You could really tell how passionate they were. Overall, it was such a fun and memorable experience, and I’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo!
Unique experience only on this tour!
Escape47539753116,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the absolute best way to start our very first trip to Japan! Highly recommend for first-timers. For me, going up the narrow wooden stairs to the second floor of the historical tenement building was the biggest highlight—it felt like a unique privilege you could never experience on your own. The transition to the sushi class was incredibly seamless. We got to learn how to shape everything from scratch, which was such a fun, hands-on date for us! It became our very first, unforgettable meal in Tokyo. If you just arrived in Japan and want to kick off your vacation with something special, this is it!
Amazing and Cozy Sushi-Making Experience
kyleno2026,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The sushi-making experience was really fun and enjoyable. The atmosphere felt warm and welcoming rather than overly formal, which made it easy to relax and have a good time. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout the activity, and the sushi toppings were surprisingly fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Japan or anyone who loves sushi and Japanese culture.
Excited tour
130evanss,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I ended up visiting the Tsukiji Outer Market on short notice, but since this tour combined a walking tour with a sushi-making class, I was able to make the most of my time there very efficiently. I highly recommend this tour.
An experience only a local tour can offer!
lucassT7704OY,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On this tour, we got to take a look behind the scenes at a tamagoyaki shop and a japanese kitchen tool store. I think this is the kind of experience you can only have because the tour owner is a local. I highly recommend it !
excited tour in tsukiji !
321hayesm,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was looking for a guided tour of the Tsukiji Fish Market when I found one that included a sushi-making experience, so I signed up without hesitation. I bought the tuna recommended by the guide and was able to make and eat my own sushi, which was very exciting!
Enjoy both guided tour and sush making!
browno983,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Although I only had a limited time, I was able to efficiently enjoy both sightseeing and the sushi-making experience. I highly recommend it.
My first visit to Tsukiji Fish Market
138reeds,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was very satisfied with the quick guided tour of the Tsukiji Fish Market, where I was able to go to places I wouldn't normally be able to access, such as the back rooms of the shops. The sushi bento I made myself was surprisingly delicious too!
Recommends for family activity in Tsukiji Fish market
akikot898,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time making sushi bento at Tsukiji Market! 🍣 It was super hands-on and fun, and the kids were totally into it—which made it even more special for us as a family. We also loved walking around Tsukiji after—the shops they showed us were all really good and made the whole experience even more fun. Such an easy, memorable thing to do together. Definitely recommend if you’re in Tokyo with kids!
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