Classic Tsukiji Breakfast Tour – Daytime

Price

¥24,300

Availability

Market Schedule

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Join our morning tour of the historic neighborhood market in Tsukiji. You have probably heard that the wholesale fish vendors have moved — But this part of town is still one of the best food areas in all of Tokyo, home to delicious restaurants and market shops, some dating back over 100 years or more! Taste specialties from the area; things you simply cannot find anywhere else. We know all the hidden gems and will make sure you have a chance to taste the many flavors that make up the heart and soul of Japanese cuisine.

Visit the 65 specialty vendors who decided NOT to move to Toyosu at the wholesale building. They have remained in Tsukiji in a custom-made facility great for workers and visitors alike. We can often see the whole Tuna being prepared for selling. We will try fresh sashimi, and see the best of what is in season this time of year. Join a tasting session where we try new and unique food every time we tour! You will not find this on any other Tsukiji tour! Visit a shrine with 300+ years of history.

We start off with our own special Tsukiji breakfast. Spend time touring the specialty fish market while visiting seafood vendors that make Tsukiji world-famous and have elected to stay here rather than move. Special tasting break with seasonal bites and then tour the bustling outer market where you will try more famous foods from the area, learn about the history and future of the market community, and end your tour with a traditional dessert.

Tsukiji fish bowl

During our market experience, you will find many great things to purchase. Many vendors do not take credit cards so please bring cash in local Japanese currency so you can take home some wonderful souvenirs. Many guests like to purchase a Japanese cooking knife as a memory of our Tsukiji day, knives range from 8,000 yen to 70,000 yen or more (80.00USD to over 700.00USD).

Inclusions:

Visit the intermediate market building with over 65 fish market vendors that elected to remain in Tsukiji
Breakfast at a local restaurant
Food tastings from the Tsukiji Outer Market area
Traditional Japanese sweets
Exploration of regional food from around Japan
Background and history of the area with a local guide

BAGS NOTICE: The market area is crowded and it is advised to not bring luggage with you for this tour. Thank you.

Single travelers: please email us directly and let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Family-friendly pricing: If you are traveling with children and need a price adjustment- please email our team at Bookings@ArigatoJapan.co.jp.
Please note this tour can be fun for children but strollers are difficult in the crowded main market area– therefore, baby carriers are advised.

Private Tours: For a more customized experience, make your tour private for an additional ¥19,500+ TAX. (min. 2 people). Please click the add-on button on your cart when you check out.

Strict start time policy: We are sorry to say that if you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, we will need to start the tour regardless and no refund can be provided. We are also unable to accommodate meeting up at any of the food stops. This is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests and also to respect our relationships with restaurants.

5-minute grace period: We can only wait an additional five minutes after the starting time and then the tour will depart. In addition, please note that we cannot give directions or contact the guides on the phone once the tour begins.

Tour Schedule:

Open every day except Sun, Wed, & National Holidays
Meeting Time Frame	8:15 – 8:30 am
Start Time	8:30 am
End Time	11:30 am

This is a food tour you MUST try when visiting Tokyo!

Changes on tours: Applicable substitutions may be made due to public holidays, weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances.

For Vegetarians:

Some food that we serve may have dashi, a soup stock made from kelp (seaweed) and bonito (skipjack tuna) as well as other ingredients. Dashi is the cornerstone of Japanese cuisine and is used in many/most Japanese dishes. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your dietary needs if you cannot consume dashi. Additionally, please inform us if you can eat eggs and dairy products.

If you cannot consume Dashi, we recommend booking a private tour with us and we can offer some alternatives. Again, be aware, it will still be a challenge to 100% avoid fish stock.

Tour Details

  LOCAL GUIDE
  ONE DRINK INCLUDED
FULL TSUKIJI SPECIALTY SEAFOOD BREAKFAST
  WALKING LEVEL ADVANCED
FAMILY-FRIENDLY (HOWEVER– NO STROLLERS)

For this tour, it is possible (with advanced notice at the time of booking) to make adjustments to support the following dietary restrictions:

Please keep in mind, however, that we cannot make an allergy-free or dietary restriction food guarantee since food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to Arigato Travel. Also, some stops may not have a viable substitution but we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.

TRAVEL BLOGGER Tested Tested and Approved!

Milet of Project Gora attended our Classic Tsukiji Breakfast Tour and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Read about her lasting impressions of the tour here.