From Ocean to Chopsticks Tsukiji Market Food Tour By Local Expert
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If you are a person who likes shopping and kitchen life this tour will be the perfect choice for you. You will get to visit the Hongwanji temple Tsukiji Hongan-ji, sometimes archaically romanized Hongwan-ji, which is a Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple. You will have the chance to visit the biggest fish market in Japan so do not let this chance and book this tour now.
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Tsukiji Hongan-ji, sometimes archaically romanized Hongwan-ji, is a Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple located in the Tsukiji district of Tokyo, Japan. The temple is adjacent to Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line.
The “outer market” (jogai-shijo) is a mixture of wholesale and retail shops that sell Japanese kitchen tools, groceries, and seafood, and many restaurants, especially sushi restaurants. Most of the shops in the outer market close by the early afternoon. Since they also close Sundays and Holidays are basically closed, go out plannnedly!
Tsukiji Outer Market is Japan’s “Food Town,” where one can encounter all kinds of traditional Japanese foods. A mixture of wholesale and retail shops, along with numerous restaurants, line the streets, and new culinary trends are born here. Originally Tsukiji Market catered primarily to professionals. That is why items sold there were generally too large for a small family to buy. However, some of the wholesale shops in the market have started retailing high-end merchandise to retail customers and visitors. For example, ready-to-eat sushi meals are now sold in smaller sizes. Even a bite-sized egg roll can be had for those who just want to try it.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
Amber was knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. She able to cater the tour flow based on our/my food interest/preferences. She also teach me a lot about Japanese culture specifically about temple and aheine etiquette. I really enjoy the Tsukiji tour with her.
Hello our dear guest, We're incredibly grateful for your warm feedback and for being part of our tour Tsukiji food tour and connected so well with the cultural stories and flavors along the way. At Japan Local and Fun Experiences, we believe that food is the heart of understanding Japan. That’s why we design every tour to be more than just a tasting; it's a journey through the traditions, the people, and the small details that make Japanese cuisine so special. Whether it’s learning the etiquette at a temple, how to navigate a shrine visit with respect, or discovering the meaning behind seasonal dishes, we aim to make every moment feel meaningful and personalized. We’re also incredibly proud of our amazing guides like Amber, who truly care about making your time with us warm, insightful, and fun. Our team is trained not just to share knowledge, but to listen, to tailor each tour based on what you enjoy, whether you’re curious about fresh seafood, street snacks, or deeper cultural insights. It means the world to us that you felt this connection. We pour our heart into creating experiences that stay with you long after the tour ends. So, thank you for letting us be part of your journey in Japan! We hope to welcome you again to another food experience, maybe with our food tour in Shibuya, Osaka food tour, or Kyoto food tour Thank you Arigato Nour Japan Local and Fun Experiences Team
I've booked many tours in many countries around Europe and Asia using the Viator app, and this tour guide Hiromi Y. was truly among the best. She was pleasant, patient, knowledgeable, and absolutely went above and beyond to personalize our experience. I will ask for her by name on future Japan tours, and you should too!
Hello our dear guest Thank you so much for sharing your experience with The Japan local and fun experiences. We are so happy to hear that Hiromi was so excited to show you the beauty, history and culture of Japan in a personal and memorable way. At Japan local and fun experience, we believe that travel is not just about visiting places, it’s about making meaningful connections, discovering hidden gems, and experiencing Japan through the eyes of those who know it best. That’s why we carefully select each Food Tour to ensure it’s not only informative, but immersive and tailored to your interests. Your kind words inspire us to continue providing exceptional experiences, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We would like to have you join us again on your next food tour to Japan, and we would be very happy to welcome you back for another wonderful Food Tour such as Asakusa food tour and the Shinjuku food tour, among others. Arigato, Nour Japan Local Fun Experience Team
Nice market to see with many things to eat Very useful to buy many objects to bring back like knives plates… The guide made us taste so many dishes…
Hello, We just wanted to say a huge thank you for your amazing review! We're absolutely over the moon that we were able to surpass your expectations and that you had a fantastic time with our wonderful guide, Hiromi. our mission is to share our love for Japan and its cuisine with our visitors, and it warms our hearts to hear that we achieved that for you. we truly appreciate your support. Looking ahead, we've got some super exciting tours lined up for you, including the Asakusa food tour, the Akihabara food tour, the Harajuku food tour, Shinjuku Food Tour, and many more. We can't wait to show you even more of Japan's delicious culinary delights in the future. Arigato, Aya Japan Local and Fun Experience team
Akira was a great guide, both courteous and professional. He made sure that we enjoyed the temple tour, the fish market, and a delicious lunch. He is also a pro photographer, so he brought a camera and took posed and candid photos of our group. They turned out great. He sent the photos promptly and could not have been nicer. I highly recommend Akira as a Tokyo guide.
Hello We're absolutely thrilled to have received your fantastic 5-star review. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with future guests! As part of the Japan Local Experience Club family, we're over the moon to hear that you had an amazing time with our top guide, Akira. Our ultimate goal is to spread our adoration for Japan and its cuisine with our visitors, and we're so happy to have achieved that with you. Thank you for your support, and we can't wait to welcome you back very soon. We have a variety of tours waiting for you, including the Asakusa food tour and the Shibuya food tour, among others. We're really excited about showing you more of what Japan has to offer. Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Best regards, Aya
What a fabulous tour with the ever smiling, knowledgeable, and professional Amber our guide. Prepare for a feast for your senses with lunch, endless tastings and finishing with a delicious Matcha tea and pastries! Tip.. Skip breakfast as you will be offered many delicious tastings and the lunch is very generous! Amber took lovely photos throughout the whole tour and kindly sent them to us after. This was a great tour and we highly recommend both Amber and the tour operators who were very helpful in customising our trip especially for us. Both my husband and I highly recommend this tour. Many thanks.
Hello Stephani, We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with the Tsukiji Food Tour - Best Experience in Tokyo and that our best guide Amber made a positive impact on your journey. Your kind words have made our day and we sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Japan soon and showing you around other exciting tours such as Harajuku, Akihabara, Ikebukuro, and Asakusa. Thank you for your continued support. We wish you all the best until we meet again. Best regards, Aya Japan local Team
Amber our guide was absolutely wonderful from the moment she met us until the moment we finished our tour! She made the whole experience absolutely unforgettable with her knowledge of the area and her lovely, happy personality and good English. We ate delicious foods and could eat as much as we wanted, our advice is don't eat breakfast before this food lovers tour as it was non stop with lots of exciting new food experiences and Amber our guide made it very personal for us and what we wanted to do! Fun and delicious experience! Many thanks
Hello Stephani, We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with the Tsukiji Food Tour - Best Experience in Tokyo and that our best guide Amber made a positive impact on your journey. Your kind words have made our day and we sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Japan soon and showing you around other exciting tours such as Harajuku, Akihabara, Ikebukuro, and Asakusa. Thank you for your continued support. We wish you all the best until we meet again. Best regards, Aya Japan local Team
Incredible! This was an experience of a lifetime— our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, engaging, and fluent in English, we had a wonderful time getting to know the area and chatting with our host! Well worth it!!!! Akira is amazing, and a talented photographer, and offered to take our photos wherever we went!!
Hello Stacy, We would like to express our gratitude for taking the time to write such an amazing review. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Feed Your Soul at Tsukiji in the world's Largest Fish Market and that it met your expectations. We are thrilled to know that you had a great time with Akira, one of our best guides, who made sure that you were comfortable throughout the tour. We are glad that you enjoyed the experience and we hope to see you again soon in Japan. We have many other tours available that we think you would enjoy, such as Shibuya, Harajuku, and many others. Thank you once again for choosing our tour, and we look forward to seeing you soon. Best regards, Aya Japan Local and Fun Experience