
Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 2,095 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour worth booking?
Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from ¥4,250 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 2,095 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (2,095)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- ¥4,250 per person
Enjoy delicious seafood and sushi in Tsukiji, one of the largest fish markets in the world, with a local Japanese guide fluent in English. Your guide leads you through the 80-year-old fish market to learn about traditional ingredients and local dishes. Sample a range of delicious street food such as sushi, Japanese-style omelets, and fried fish cakes on this in-depth experience.
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy delicious seafood and sushi in Tsukiji, one of the largest fish markets in the world, with a local Japanese guide fluent in English. Your guide leads you through the 80-year-old fish market to learn about traditional ingredients and local dishes. Sample a range of delicious street food such as sushi, Japanese-style omelets, and fried fish cakes on this in-depth experience.
What's included
Included
- Entry/Admission - Tsukiji Fish Market
- Visits to local food vendors recommended by your guide
- Local Japanese English Speaking Guide
- Insights into Tsukiji's history, Japanese food culture, and local traditions
- Entry/Admission - Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
- Guided walking tour of Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple and the Tsukiji Outer Market
Not included
- Food and drinks (available for purchase during the tour)
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
Visit 築地本願寺 (Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple), a temple with a unique architectural site in Tokyo, with a local Japanese guide.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Tsukiji Fish Market
Our local Japanese guide will take you to Tsukiji Fish Market, world famous fish market, where famous tuna auctions and occurred. We will explore the history and culture of Tsukiji while devouring delicious food!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tsukiji Jogai Market
We will walk through "Tsukiji Jogai Market", a vibrant fish market packed with history and culture. We will explore numerous stalls and shops selling fresh seafoods and Japanese street food!
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
We will meet in front of the Starbucks that is located close to Tsukiji station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet in front of the Starbucks that is located close to Tsukiji station.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Traveling Tokyo
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,093 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
2,093 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Paloma was an amazing guide who has built meaningful relationships with the vendors she takes you to to give you the ultimate experience. Her knowledge, generosity, and friendly demeanor made our food tour one of the best that any of us has done. Also, you get a little bit of everything on this tour, dietary restrictions friendly included (if need be).
via Tripadvisor
Sayaka was super friendly and made sure we tasted a variety of foods
We visited a Temple where Sayaka explained Temple customs. The experience was awesome. As for the Market, we never could have had such a varied and absolutely perfect choice of stalls and food pickings without her. She was so knowledgeable and had a plan that gave us a wonderful sampling of the Market. Truly one of our favorite experiences in Tokyo
via Viator
Thanks Paloma
Paloma ensured our visit to Tsukiji Market was a great experience. It can be an overwhelming experience, but Paloma took us to a variety of eateries and helped us enjoy the vibrant location and its food.
via Tripadvisor
Great guide with an excellent food selection!
Paloma was the perfecto guide with a very good sense for the food of the Market. I highly recommend her! Thank you Paloma! Paul and Deb.
via Viator
Would definitely book!
I loved this tour. The guides apparently pick the exact locations from a certain selection and our guide, Paloma, chose perfectly. The food from the different stalls were varied but high quality. The food was so so good. One of the highlights of my Tokyo stay!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- ¥4,250 to ¥5,000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 733
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Traveling Tokyo, who run 19 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 79.5 and 7 in the 90+ Club.
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour cost?
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Prices start at ¥4,250 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 2,095 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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Around 733 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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Included: Entry/Admission - Tsukiji Fish Market; Visits to local food vendors recommended by your guide; Local Japanese English Speaking Guide; Insights into Tsukiji's history, Japanese food culture, and local traditions; and Entry/Admission - Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple. Not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase during the tour); Personal expenses; and Tips and gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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We will meet in front of the Starbucks that is located close to Tsukiji station. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour offered in?
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It is offered in Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour?
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Across 2,095 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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