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Tsukiji Market Culture and Food Tour with 40-Year Resident
Product code 5622675P4
From
From USD 25
Dates
Jul 31, 2026 to Sep 4, 2027
Start times
8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 9:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-2, Child ages 3-11, Adult ages 12-100
Options
Standard rate
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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From USD 25
Tsukiji Market Culture and Food Tour with 40-Year Resident





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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
The tour explores how the confluence of culture, history and social dynamics contribute to the Japanese food experience, all while sampling a variety of tastes from the most tender beef, to grilled eel and shellfish, and, of course, sushi and sweets! Learn about three influential spiritualisms, starting with Shinto and Buddhism, and how the dual nature of Japanese society creates a space where food can be emotional nourishment based on a historic cult of perfectionism
Overview
The tour explores how the confluence of culture, history and social dynamics contribute to the Japanese food experience, all while sampling a variety of tastes from the most tender beef, to grilled eel and shellfish, and, of course, sushi and sweets! Learn about three influential spiritualisms, starting with Shinto and Buddhism, and how the dual nature of Japanese society creates a space where food can be emotional nourishment based on a historic cult of perfectionism
What's Included
Included
Snack samples
Expert guidance by longtime Japan resident
Not included
Meals
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Across the street from Tsukiji Station Exits 1 and 2. Please stand clear of the Starbucks entrance.
End point
Across the street from Tsukiji Station Exits 1 and 2. Please stand clear of the Starbucks entrance.
Itinerary
Stop 1
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Visit a unique Buddhist temple, and learn about two famous forms of spiritualism that guide Japan's culinary aesthetic.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Visit Tokyo's former fish market, which has been transformed into a food shop bazaar, where visitors can sample a wide variety of popular local food, including some of the freshest tuna in the world.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
136 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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