Guide for visiting Tsukiji Fish Market
Tsukiji Fish Market ( Tsukiji Shijo ) is one of Tokyo's top attractions - and with good reason.
It is one of the most exciting markets in the world, if you arrive early in the morning for the tuna auctions or later in the morning for a look around and a sushi breakfast.
Since we get more questions about Tsukiji than almost any other place in Tokyo, we have put together a simple guide to visit Tsukiji Market ( number one may seem obvious, but it is often overlook ) set!
Our updated Guide to visiting Tokyo Tsukiji Market
1. Make sure the Tsukiji right for you
Tsukiji market - the largest fish market in the world - is an amazing place if you are a foodie, love, markets that are a photographer -. Or just enjoy visiting unique places
But if you're squeamish, do not like seafood or are not particularly like markets, you might want to skip Tsukiji (below and to articles and pictures) to be considered.
fish at Tokyo's Tsukiji Market
2. Visit Before the market in 2016
Tsukiji fish market will not be long here be
the wholesale market is scheduled to move to nearby Toyosu district in November this year -. Well before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics -. which means that you do not have much time for a visit you have left
The new market is certainly a modern marvel, but nothing can replace the character and history of Tsukiji
For a taste of many fascinating stories Tsukiji, check the Asahi Shimbun series, Tsukiji-out :. Kitchen of the Times
Two of our travelers in Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market
3. Check the calendar market before visiting
Tsukiji Market is not open every day, so make sure to confirm it, will be open if you want to visit.
In addition to the holidays and Sundays, it is usually (but not always) closed on Wednesday
to the official Tsukiji Market Calendar at Tsukiji English side always check
Although in Japanese, it is easy to read: .. just avoid them with a red dot, which closed it mean the day:
example of Tsukiji Market calendar: the red points mean it is closed
4. Getting to Tsukiji. Accesses
Tsukiji Market in central Tokyo's Tsukiji district, not far from the upscale Ginza
Depending on where you are traveling, the best option is to get here, the subway go, take or take a taxi.
If you are traveling by metro, the nearest station is Tsukiji Shijo station on the Toei Oedo is subway line, and the second is closest Tsukiji- station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya subway line (a few minutes walk)
. Note: If you see the early morning schedule tuna auctions, you will need to take a taxi or go as subways begin running in the morning until later.
5. To see or not to see the tuna auctions
Speaking tuna auctions, as one of our viewers - Claire of New York City - "is it really worth to wake up at 3am to see the tuna auctions" asked us
the answer is not clear, but if you do not order 03:00 waking not mind, then you may want to at least consider go.
very important, it should be noted however, that you do not need to see the tuna auctions to enjoy Tsukiji Market. In fact, most people who visit Tsukiji come later in the morning, at 07.00, 08.00 or 09 o'clock.
If you think it for the tuna auctions, first make sure that they will be open. During busy seasons (for example, the end of the year), they are not open to the public. Explore this city government Alerts page.
If, after quite graphic photos or videos (below) you decide you want to try to see the auctions, you have to wake up very early! On auction days space is limited to 0 people (divided into two groups of 60 people).
Registration is free, but it can not be done in advance and begin promptly at 05.00 am. People start pending earlier, so to try and guarantee receipt you need to arrive as early as possible.
The registration takes place on the 1st floor of the aptly-named Fish Information Centre ( Osakana Fukyu Center ), is of the Kachidoki bridge entrance of the market ( Kachidoki Hashi ), off Harumi Dori street (see item on this card marked):
6. Respect :. Follow
thinking the rules mind that Tsukiji is to be developed not a tourist attraction, to work as respectful of the people and buy here
Photos are generally permitted, but use discretion and turn them your flash, the cutter swing disturbing and dangerous may be fishmonger.
not enter the inner wholesale market until it for visitors at 10:00 officially opened ( earlier 9:00 before 1 July when rules changed ). If you arrive earlier, you can spend as much time as you like to explore the fascinating outdoor market which is full of shops and small restaurants.
The shops sell everything from knives to Japanese staples, with small restaurants with delicacies ranging from sushi to ramen.
If you are looking for a sushi breakfast, check out our friend and Tsukiji Kenner Yukari Sakamoto recommended top sushi shops at Tsukiji market.
Non-sushi at Tsukiji alternatives
7. Pack light, bring cash and stay out of the way
Despite the large scale and incredible busyness, Tsukiji is a model of efficiency. But there is a very fast-paced market and as a visitor, it is up to you to out of the way.
It is to be easily distracted, to see so many amazing things, but if you do not stay alert, you could run over
Make sure to wear closed shoes -. like sneakers or boots - that can get wet
A. small bag, backpack or purse can be fine, but definitely avoid that large backpacks, luggage or other bulky objects to bring.
If arrive early for the tuna auction, make sure you wrap up warm as you can wait for a while.
If you can not move nimbly through Tsukiji crowded narrow streets in the fashion, inconvenience will be different, and will not have as much fun.
If you are the outdoor market a home cooking, Tsukiji, is a fantastic place to buy high quality Japanese knives and stock up on Japanese ingredients for your pantry.
Make sure to bring cash, as some shops accept credit cards (see our article on money in Japan).
Tsukiji Fish Market
Whether you interested Tsukiji for the early visit -morning Tuna Auctions - or a little later to experience the rush of daily market life - we hope that this guide helps you make the most of your visit to Tokyo historic fish market Tsukiji
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