Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market guided tour

Overview

Discover new flavors at Tsukiji Market, the world's most famous fish market! Learn more about sake and other tasty local treats. Start your morning by wandering through Tsukiji’s outer market. This is the place to be if you’re looking for a fresh delicious sushi breakfast. With over 2,500 tons and 450 types of fish coming through the wholesale market every day, you’re bound to come across some foods and fish you’ve never seen before. No matter what kind of unusual snacks you may encounter, Tsukiji promises to be an experience for all five senses. Along the way, your guide will explain the history of the market, all the different kinds of seafood on offer, the legendary tuna auction (not included in the tour) and what a typical day is like for all the vendors. You’ll stop to sample a couple of fresh foods, and you’re free to try any additional snacks at your own expense that may catch your eye. Your guide can point out some recommendations for you to try! Once you’re done snacking, you’ll make our way to a nearby sake shop for a tasting. Learn how to taste the difference between different sakes and about the role it has played in Japanese culture.To take your experience to the next level you can choose to have a private guide, just for you and your group! Simply select the option you prefer at checkout.

What's included

Sake tasting

What's Not included

Tour of the inner market

Where

Tokyo, Japan

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at Higashi-ginza Station, Exit 3, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and Toei Asakusa Line, at top of the escalator on street level, in front of the little shrine at the Kabukiza Theatre

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What To Expect

Visit the most famous fish market in the world and sample a couple of tasty snacks while sipping some sake
Discover the best craft and souvenir shops and meet the vendors behind the counter
Join a small group of a maximum of 8 people or choose the private option for a more intimate experience with your friends

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