Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Let’s explore Tsukiji, the vibrant market for the locals and the professional chefs for more than 80 years of history, to learn about the local culinary culture and to taste the best foods!

Meet your knowledgeable local guide at Tsukiji Honganji Temple, where your guide will take you to popular local stores selling the best produce, beverages, kitchenware, and more.

Enjoy selected foods while visiting tsukiji fish market.

Please enjoy the unique atmosphere of the market which miraculously survived the World War Ⅱ, where you often be able to see the face-to-face conversations between the buyers and the sellers, which is difficult to find elsewhere in megacity Tokyo.

(Menu)

1. Japanese omelet

2. Fried fish cake

3. Seasonal Fruits

4. Highest grade ranking Wagyu beef skewers

5. Seafood bowl* or Sushi*

*Depend on departure time and seasons

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

[ Meetup ] @The main gate of Tsukiji Honganji-Temple *We will leave at start time sharp, so please make sure to be there on time!(We could not wait!) *It's front side of Tsukiji Honganji temple. Please don't go to back side. (Google maps leads you backside.)

Walking shoes are recommended.

Minimum drinking age is 20 years. So we offer another drink for under 20.

In case of late arrival, the tour cannot be extended.

No refunds will be given for cancellations or late arrivals on the day of the tour.

Infant meal is not included.

Unfortunately, we do not accommodate vegetarian, halal, gluten-free requests, or allergy-related requests.

Unfortunately, if you can't eat fish, you won't be able to join the tour

Services not listed (For example : hotel pickup/drop-off, Extra food and drinks, Other personal expenses, Transportation fee to meeting point) are not included in the tour.

If the restaurant is suddenly closed and cannot provide the meal, we will provide an alternative.

The fish market(Uogashi wholesaler market) is closed on Wednesdays, Sundays, and other closed market days.

On Wednesdays, Sundays, and other closed market days, Japanese omelette and Fish cake and Fruits cannot be served. Because shop is closed.

Depending on the day and time, we serve either sushi or seafood bowl.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple

Meet your guide in front of the gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple and start exploring the Tsukiji fish market on this 3-hour food-focused tour.

Admission Not Applicable

Tsukiji Jogai Market

Soak up the sights, sounds, and smells, and learn about Tsukiji's 80-year history as the biggest fish market in Japan. For local people, Tsukiji is a special place to buy the freshest, high-quality seafood and ingredients. This market is also special place for chefs and many chefs of Michelin-star restaurants come to Tsukiji in the morning to buy their ingredients. While wandering through the colorful market, check out its fresh produce, from tuna to octopus tentacles, and get ready to eat and drink as the locals do. Learn about Japanese culture while sampling various kinds of symbolic Japanese foods along the way, such as Wagyu beef skewers, Fish bowl or Sushi, Japanese-style omelettes, fried fish cakes, Dashi soup and Katsuobushi (dried bonito), Japanese tea etc...

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Some complementary samples.

Insights from Local professional guide

Foods Included (Wagyu beef skewers, Fish bowl or Sushi, Japanese omelette, Fish cake, Fruits etc..)

Options

Partial operation day(Sun)

Partial open market day(Sun): Partial Market Days: Wednesdays & Sundays. Note: Only select stores and stalls are open on these days.

Tsukiji Food Tour

Partial operation day(Wed)

Partial open market day(Wed): Partial Market Days: Wednesdays & Sundays. Note: Only select stores and stalls are open on these days.

Reviews

4.89

3,236 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

3030

116

Fascinating Fish Market Tour in Tokyo
J8824AGmegans,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time with Tomo. She was very kind and informative. She knew the market so well from the history to the vendors. We were impressed with her detailed explanations of everything. Prepared bites, produce, raw meats and fish, spices, household items and more. Without her we would have just glanced. But with her we tried all sorts of new flavors. She also took us to a shrine and taught us how to properly respect the history and culture. She truly enhanced the unique experience. Also, we met her early at 8:30 am. It was busy but not crowded. By the time we left at 11:30 it was packed. I’d definitely go early.
Great visit to the market
Vacationer419265,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hiro was an exceptional tour guide. With his guidance, we were able to explore the market much more thoroughly than we would have on our own. We tried a bunch of different foods and everything was delicious.
Eye opening trip
Amanda N,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kanako is very gentle and kind and was willing to share with us her knowledge of the tour. We really appreciate and enjoy spending time with her to learn about the Tukiji market. Very impressive!
Amazing tour!
katherinetE3330IU,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kanaka was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable, well spoken, and entertaining!
Fish market morning tour? Yes please!
mybabyciv,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tsukiji fish market tour with Tomo was a great way to start the morning! Wonderful explanations of the items offered and very knowledgeable with all of the food. Very tasty, and we got plenty of food I was not hungry for lunch! Thanks again!
Delightful experience
CincyTraveler-EK,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hiro was an informative and delightful guide. He made the experience colorful with insights and efficiently navigated us through the marketplace. He arranged a delicious and varied tasting experience bypassing long cues. Overall the best tours I have experienced in my many travels. Highly recommend.
Very good!
newsomjr1,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Hiro was a great guide! He was very polite and knowledgeable, and offered us many tips to make our trip to Japan more enjoyable. All of the food we had on the tour was great!
Best tour guide and food !
Belinda W,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had the best guide in the world ! She made this experience so pleasant for us. My tour included really good snacks and an amazing sushi lunch at a local restaurant. I’m so glad we booked !
Amazing time around the fish market
826belindaw,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved the tour, the guide, the treat. Our guide, Keiko Sato is a lovely lady. . Had so much fun going around the market and eating so much delicious food .!
Keiko Sato is a goat
K8241IGomars,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Keiko Sato was the best. She was friendly, informative and warm. 10/10 would follow her around Japan again.