Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
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.
Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
Vegetarian and vegan options are not available
Please bring some cash to buy some street foods.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
Iconic temple in Tsukiji area. Good for meeting place.
The Old Tsukiji Market
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.
What‘s Included
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
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Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Reviews
842 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and interesting!
M7253ZNsimonk,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very fun tour with local foods and several interesting places, recommended!
Awesome Tsukiji market tour
Michael M,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was conducted by Nori and couldn’t have been better. He led us through the whole market place, shared information about various japanese foods with us and even showed us how to pray at a shrine. He was very attentive and asked the group what kind of food we’d like to try. He also showed interest in the group and we had some nice conversations. I can totally recommend this tour and want to highlight that Nori was an awesome guide.
Amazing Tour
verenad53,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Megumi was an exzellent guide for this tour. She told very interesting knowledge about the market and temple. She guided us very well through the sometimes crowded spots. She was very mindful and asked always if we should stop somwhere or if we want something to eat. At the end we ate in a very nice lokal restaurant which you would hardly find as a tourist.
Informative tour
Thomas R,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide through the market and different stops for tastings. The lunch at the market was deliciously fresh. Very informative and would definitely do again.
Recommend for outer fish market food sampling
almaf822,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was for the outer market, not the commercial market. It provided a helpful way to make sense of the stalls and sample multiple foods, culminating with lunch. We recommend this tour, inclusive of the finale which was a trip up to an observation deck to get a spectacular city view! Thank you Ken!
Very informative
Expedition792955,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great.guide good experience.
Good outing
Pablo N,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well paced. Guide was friendly and helpful. The market was interesting and full of good food options
Great outing with fantastic lunch!
Dan D,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice walk through Tsukiji, with stops at the Temple, many stalls and a great lunch. Lots of fun the family.
This tour was so amazing and fun!!
M9260OLjulieb,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hitomi was so wonderful!! So Knowledgeable and super fun and funny!!! We had the best time with her. Highly recommend this tour and being with her was the absolute cherry on top !!!
Watch for the pigeons,...
Michael M,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Watch for the pigeons, our guide was great, very knowledgeable, but the tour only offered samples up to 2000 yen for two people, provided lunch was good.
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