Tokyo: Tuna Auction in Toyosu and Tsukiji Fish Market Tour
ID: GYG900634-1412443
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Experience the Toyosu and Tsukiji markets on a guided tour. Visit the Tsukiji Fish Market and the Toyosu Market, and experience the tuna auction at the Toyosu Market.
Join an exciting morning tour that takes you to the Toyosu and Tsukiji markets, where you can experience the dynamic tuna auctions and indulge in the unique specialties of these iconic locations. This tour offers a perfect combination of cultural immersion, lively markets, and culinary delights.
Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup. From your hotel, a taxi will take you to the Toyosu Market, a state-of-the-art facility renowned as the hub of Japan's wholesale seafood industry. Upon arrival, you’ll witness the energetic tuna auctions, where professional buyers bid on giant tuna in a fast-paced and fascinating process. The sheer scale and precision of this trade make it a memorable experience.
After exploring Toyosu, a bus will transport you to the Tsukiji Fish Market. Though the wholesale operations have moved, Tsukiji’s outer market remains vibrant and full of charm. Here, you’ll stroll through rows of shops and stalls, offering everything from fresh seafood to traditional Japanese snacks. This is an excellent chance to sample some of the finest sushi or local delicacies.
During your visit, you’ll also see the nearby Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, a striking Buddhist temple with a unique architectural design blending Indian and Japanese elements. This serene spot provides a cultural contrast to the bustling market.
At the end of the tour, you’ll return to your hotel, having enjoyed a morning filled with excitement, delicious food, and cultural discovery.
Highlights
- Discover the Toyosu and Tsukiji markets on a guided tour
- Visit the Tsukiji Fish Market and the Toyosu Market
- Experience the tuna auction at the Toyosu Market
- Enjoy a taxi ride from your hotel to the Toyosu Market
- Take a bus from the Toyosu Market to the Tsukiji Market
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup
- Guide
- Taxi from your hotel to Toyosu
- Bus from Toyosu to Tsukiji fish market
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast
- Personal Expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.