Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

Outty Ranking 76 4.9 · 422 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $15000

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76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.9/5

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Is Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson worth booking?

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson is a 3-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $15000 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 422 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (422)
Duration
3 hours
From
$15000 per person

Once known as Tokyo’s largest fish market, Tsukiji remains a vibrant food destination today. Enjoy a guided food tour through the outer market in English, followed by a hands-on cooking class where you’ll make sushi roll

What you get

  • Drinking water at cooking studio
  • Use of apron
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transportation between Tsukiji Market and Cooking Studio

About this experience

Once known as Tokyo’s largest fish market, Tsukiji remains a vibrant food destination today. Enjoy a guided food tour through the outer market in English, followed by a hands-on cooking class where you’ll make sushi rolls and other Japanese home-style dishes. Why not immerse yourself in Japanese culture at one of the world’s largest cooking studios?

What's included

Included

  • Drinking water at cooking studio
  • Use of apron
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transportation between Tsukiji Market and Cooking Studio

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tuna auction watching

What you'll see and do

  1. Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple

    Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple is a Buddhist temple is unlike any other, especially in terms of its architecture. While the outside of the temple is reminiscent of South Asian and Indian traditional design, the inside adds even more to the mix. It has seen a deal of damage over the years. It burned down just 40 years after it was erected in 1617, and was destroyed again in the great 1923 earthquake. You will meet your tour guide at the main entrance of the temple then start to the tour. The tour does not include the tour of temple so please come earlier and see inside if you are interested in seeing it.

    5 minutes here

  2. Tsukiji Fish Market

    Tsukiji Market is a large wholesale market for fish, fruits and vegetables in central Tokyo. It used to be best known as one of the world's largest fish markets, handling over 2,000 tons of marine products per day before the relocation in 2018. Now the market is more about a walk-and-eat tour for visitors and our tour guide will show you how to enjoy the market.

    60 minutes here

  3. ABC Cooking Travel

    ABC Cooking Studio is the biggest cooking school in Japan and many Japanese learn how to cook and bake in more than 90 studios all over Japan. You will make sushi plate with an skilfull and friendly instructors.

    90 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Tokyo

Departure Point: Tsukiji Honganji Temple, in front of the main gate. *Tour guide will be holding your name on paper.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Group size
Up to 6 travelers per booking
Operated by
ABC Cooking Travel

Know before you go

  • 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
  • We may spend approx. 70 min at outer shopping market instead.
  • Minimum of 2 guests required to run tour
  • Minimum age is 9 years old
  • Minimum height is 4.2 ft. (130 cm)
  • No strollers and luggage is allowed
  • We may publish photos taken during the activity onto our website, social network service and any advertisement.
  • ★Cooking ingredients may differ from the image in the ad.
  • ★The contents change according to the season of the ingredients, arrival status, etc.
  • ★In case we may have to ask you to cancel any lesson we offer owing to unavoidable circumstances, you will get a full refund. (Or reschedule requests without any refund.)
  • You can ask for alternate the ingredients

Photos

Cook authentic Japanese dishes at very neat cooking studioThe Outer Market with lot of items to see, buy and eat!Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson in Tokyo, photo 4Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson in Tokyo, photo 5Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson in Tokyo, photo 6Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson in Tokyo, photo 7

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 422 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

7 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

The guide

6 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

422 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
392
4 star
20
3 star
7
2 star
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1 star
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S1101ALkimberlyt · August 2026

Sushi Making

My husband and I had so much fun learning how to make sushi. Chef Kate and host Haruko were wonderful and the food was delicious! I would highly recommend taking the class. It was fantastic!

Response from the operator: Thank you for highly recommending us! It was a pleasure sharing Japanese food culture with you. Come back anytime!

via Tripadvisor

O1124WTdebbie · August 2026

A Taste of Tsukiji with ABC Cooking 🍣🇯🇵

Such a wonderful experience exploring Tsukiji Market, discovering fresh Japanese ingredients, and making authentic Japanese dishes by myself. Travel is not just about seeing new places and tasting great food — it’s also about creating beautiful memories through new experiences. ❤️

Response from the operator: Thank you! We loved having you in our class. Please try making sushi for your friends and family back home!

via Tripadvisor

cliffhsiao · August 2026

Visit tour

Hiroko and NoNo is very good and very kind

via Tripadvisor

949benoitm · August 2026

Fabulous tour and fun sushi making

Wonderful market tour! Akiko has been a fabulous guide to uncover the marvels of Tokyo’s food market. It was so good that it felt way too short and we could have spent many more hours tasting and discovering incredible foods! The sushi class was also a lot of fun, really interesting to get the secrets to great sushi making! The whole family thoroughly enjoyed the experience and we’d warmly recommend it!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your words! We are so glad that you have experienced Japanese tradition throughout our tour. Hope to see you again in Japan!

via Tripadvisor

sofiaive · August 2026

AMAZING EXPERIENCE - Nono is the best!

We had Nono as our guide and she was super sweet!! We learned a ton about the fish market and the best places to get food there, which was really helpful as it can feel overwhelming since there’s so much. She also was an incredible teacher for the cooking class portion and had a lot of patience with us as we learned and was really encouraging and kind. We loved getting to make sushi, miso soup, and the egg roll with her and the food was delicious!! Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us this time! We are more than happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. We hope that this experience will lasts in your lifetime. Arigato-gozaimasu!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
9+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
148
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 76

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
Review evidence (18% weight)85
Booking momentum (14% weight)83
Value for money (12% weight)7
Listing quality (10% weight)81
Local standing (8% weight)58
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

How much does Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson cost?

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Prices start at $15000 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 Tour and Sushi Making Lesson take?

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Plan for about 3 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 Tour and Sushi Making Lesson worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 422 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson?

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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 Tour and Sushi Making Lesson suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 9. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson?

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Around 148 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson 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 Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. 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.

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