Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Overview
Experience the ultimate Tsukiji Fish Market adventure!
This is not just a standard walking tour; it is a deep dive into the hidden world of Japan's legendary seafood culture.
1. Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access: Start at a historic 60-year-old local restaurant. Watch the chefs' intricate morning preparation work and learn the fascinating distribution secrets of the market.
2. Premium Seafood & Tuna Tasting: Enjoy a world-class tasting experience you cannot easily find abroad. Compare 3 different cuts of premium tuna (Zuke, Chutoro, Otoro) and taste small portions of luxury Uni (sea urchin) and Ikura (salmon roe). You will even learn how to make your own Gunkan (battleship) sushi!
3. Bustling Street Food & Culture: Explore the vibrant market streets to taste tamagoyaki, eel skewers, or fresh sashimi. Discover Japanese knives, pottery, and tea along the way.
4. Cultural Connection: Visit a historic local shrine to learn how Japanese faith and gratitude shape their food values.
What's Included
- Brunch Premium Tuna tasting (Tasting 5 different parts of Tuna)
- Snacks 3+ kinds of food tastings in the market
- Meals Small portion tastings of Ikura(Salmon roe) and Uni(Sea urchin)
- Tour photos
- Visit 60-year-old restaurant to watch their morning prep work
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Meeting Location
3-chōme-15-1 Tsukiji
Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1-chōme-6-3 Higashishinbashi
Minato City, Tokyo 105-0021, Japan
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Vegetarian and vegan options are not available
- Please bring some cash to buy some street foods.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (JST).
- Brunch. Premium Tuna tasting (Tasting 5 different parts of Tuna).
- Snacks. 3+ kinds of food tastings in the market.
- Meals. Small portion tastings of Ikura(Salmon roe) and Uni(Sea urchin).
- Tour photos.
- Visit 60-year-old restaurant to watch their morning prep work.
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings is as follows:
- 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
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Vegetarian and vegan options are not available
- Please bring some cash to buy some street foods.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BrunchPremium Tuna tasting (Tasting 5 different parts of Tuna)
- Snacks3+ kinds of food tastings in the market
- MealsSmall portion tastings of Ikura(Salmon roe) and Uni(Sea urchin)
- Tour photos
- Visit 60-year-old restaurant to watch their morning prep work
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Vegetarian and vegan options are not available
- Please bring some cash to buy some street foods.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
