Tsukiji Market, which was reclaimed from the sea during the Edo Period (the name Tsukiji literally means ‘reclaimed land’), has long been the vibrant heart of Tokyo’s culinary culture. While the inner wholesale fish market has been relocated to Toyosu, the outer market – which boasts around 400 shops – remains a lively centre for visitors and locals alike to enjoy delicious food, and purchase kitchenware and a variety of local specialities and foodstuffs.
Programme Details
Today, visit the hive of activity that is Tsukiji Outer Market. Meet the guide and weave through the market, sample some of the treats on offer and take the chance to pick up some souvenirs along the way. Many of the shops in the market have been in business for decades, while some renowned food companies, such as Ajinomoto, began their operations here.
The expert guide will share entertaining anecdotes about the local area, shops and restaurants. Visitors will stop by a local Shinto shrine where devotees pray for good fortune and success in business, protection against disasters, and fair weather and calm seas. One of the spots on the tour that aficionados of pop culture will appreciate is one of the cafés frequented by John Lennon and Yoko Ono during their visits to Japan.
After the tour of the market, head to a sushi restaurant for a hands-on lesson with a sushi chef. Don a sushi chef jacket in preparation for the lesson. After a demonstration of the Japanese art of filleting a fish in three knife cuts, follow the step-by-step instructions and learn how to prepare and arrange different types of sushi, including makizushi and nigiri sushi. After admiring the presentation, tuck in to the mouth-watering meal, which will be served with a side dish such as crisp, golden tempura. (L)
Inclusions:
🥘 Lunch
Notes:
- Participants must be 6 years old and above to join the tour.
- This tour is not available on Sundays.
- This tour is unavailable on Wednesdays unless there is a public holiday.
- Tour may be cancelled in case of extreme weather.
- Please contact your Travel Consultant for availability. Please note that all of the services and tours have yet to be booked and that they are proposed for your reference only. We will start making reservations after we receive your confirmation.
- Please inform your Travel Consultant of any special dietary requirements and physical conditions that you may have. We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance that also covers emergency medical evacuation.
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