Japan Awaits

Discover Tokyo’s legendary Tsukiji Market on a fast-paced, flavor-packed food tour that takes you straight to the heart of one of Japan’s most iconic culinary hubs. Skip the long lines and dive into a curated tasting experience featuring some of the freshest and most beloved street foods in the city — all hand-picked from local vendors we partner with. Along the way, your local guide will share the rich history of Tsukiji, offering cultural insights and behind-the-scenes stories that bring the market to life. Designed for travelers who want to experience authentic Japanese food and culture without losing precious time, this compact 90-minute tour delivers big on flavor, storytelling, and convenience — making it the perfect addition to your Tokyo itinerary.

Highlights

• Skip-the-Line Access: Go straight to the most popular food stalls without waiting in long lines.
• Wide Variety of Tastings: Enjoy a curated selection of around 8 to 10 food tastings, including sashimi, grilled scallops, tamago skewers, and more.
• Cultural Storytelling: Learn the history of Tsukiji Market and hear insider stories about the vendors and their specialties.
• Exclusive Souvenirs: Receive souvenirs from local shops, including dashi, bonito flakes, and seaweed + matcha.
• Small Group Experience: Stay close to the guide and enjoy a more personal, intimate atmosphere with fewer guests.

Tour Information

Enjoy a guided exploration of Tsukiji’s most popular food spots, where you will taste a variety of delicious street foods, including dashi, sashimi, tamago skewers, and more. Your guide will share insights about the history of each food item and the unique stories of the vendors.

The tour will also include souvenir pickups at select locations, providing a chance to take a piece of Tsukiji home with you.

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Start Times:
  10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
• Availability: Tuesdays and Thursdays only
• Location: Tsukiji Outer Market (exact meeting point provided after booking)

Add-On: 4-Hour Private Tokyo Tour
Extend your experience with a 4-hour private Tokyo tour after your Tsukiji Market food tour, available with transportation options of private vehicle or public transportation.
The 4-hour tour includes an English-speaking guide and will be conducted after your current tour, either after 11:30 AM or 1:30 PM. The tour cost covers public transportation or private vehicle arrangement. However, please note that admission fees and optional activity costs for both guests and tour guides are not included.

Tasting Highlights

• Warm dashi broth
• Grilled scallops
• Sashimi sampler
• Tamago and maguro skewers
• Cheese fishcake
• Bonito flakes
• Strawberry daifuku (souvenir)
• Seaweed & matcha set (souvenir)

Inclusions

• Guided food tour with skip-the-line access
• Around 8 to 10 tastings from select Tsukiji vendors
• Food souvenirs (e.g., dashi, seaweed, matcha)
• All food and entrance costs included

Exclusions

• Transportation to/from the meeting point
• Extra food and personal purchases
• Gratuities (optional)

Number of Travelers

For bookings with the join-in option, please note that this tour requires a minimum of 6 participants to operate. If fewer than 6 guests are booked for the same event, the experience may be canceled. In this case, we may ask you to reschedule for another date, or if no alternative dates are available, we will cancel the booking and provide you with a full refund.

Dietary Information

Please note that due to the nature of this tour and the local food vendors we visit, we are unable to modify any food items to accommodate individual dietary restrictions.

All dishes are prepared and served by independent shops within Tsukiji Market, so we do not control the ingredients or cooking methods. However, at the beginning of the tour, you will receive a list of ingredients for each food item at each stop, allowing you to decide which items you feel comfortable trying.

Guests with allergies or dietary concerns are strongly encouraged to review the ingredient list carefully and consult with the guide before sampling any food.

Age Requirement

This tour is recommended for guests aged 12 and up due to raw seafood and bold flavors.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are responsible for the dietary needs of any younger guests in their group, as well as their own.

Payment

All bookings are payable via Stripe (Booking Checkout) or Flywire. Confirmations regarding your booking will be sent at least 10 days before your activity date.

Cancellation Policy

Standard Cancellation Policy:

I have a food allergy or dietary restriction. Can the tour accommodate this?

Due to the nature of the market and local vendors, we are unable to modify food items to suit dietary restrictions. However, you will be provided with a list of ingredients for each tasting at the start of the tour so you can decide which items you’re comfortable trying. Please inform your guide of any allergies before the tour begins.

Is this tour suitable for vegetarians or vegans?

This tour is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans, as many of the tastings include seafood and other animal-based ingredients.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

Just come hungry and ready to explore! If you have dietary concerns, feel free to bring a small notepad or phone to take notes on ingredients shared at the beginning of the tour.

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Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Contact us and inquire about a custom experience today.