Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market

This place gave my family one of our best food experiences in Japan – and at an unbelievably cheap price, if you know the trick! We arrived around 11am and the market was already packed with people. We were told they close around 1pm, so it was getting close to the end of the day. Instead of buying straight away, we decided to walk around first to check the prices and compare the different stalls. It’s very tempting to buy from the fancy-looking shops, but I’m so glad we explored a bit more. That’s when we found a small, simple stall run by an elderly man. No fancy sushi displays, no stylish plating – just honest, fresh tuna belly sashimi being cut right in front of us. The portions were incredibly generous, and the price was literally half of what the more commercial stalls were charging. He didn’t even have tables; it felt like he mainly sells to locals. Even though he couldn’t really speak English, he was very friendly and tried his best to accommodate us. We ended up standing next to his fridge eating fresh tuna sashimi until we were completely full. It was such an authentic and memorable experience. We’ve been to several markets around Japan, but this was by far our best discovery. Amazing food, great value, and a truly local vibe. If you visit, take the time to explore – you might just find the same hidden gem we did! Highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh sashimi and real local experiences.

Such a fun place to eat, shop, and explore! There’s an amazing variety of food, from fresh seafood like melt-in-your-mouth tuna, sushi, oysters, and grilled scallops, to sweet treats like the popular egg desserts that are totally worth the wait. The market is lively, colorful, and full of energy, making it a great spot for photos as well. While prices have gone up and some shops feel more geared toward tourists, most of the food is still delicious. Shops do close early, so it’s best to come in the morning, but even visiting in the afternoon can be rewarding with some great discounts. Overall, it’s a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy fresh food and soak in the vibrant market atmosphere.

Tsukiji Outer Market is an exciting place to explore, where simply wandering around is enjoyable and every bite is tasty and filling. It’s highly recommended to walk through the market and sample some of the local favorites, especially the fresh sushi and incredible wagyu beef. The area is full of excellent dining options, though it does get very crowded and prices can be a bit high. Keep in mind you’ll need cash and there’s an ATM available inside the market. If you’re visiting Japan, this spot is definitely worth a stop for an unforgettable food experience.

An absolute paradise for food lovers! The freshest seafood you can imagine — I tried some incredible tuna that just melted in my mouth. The market is full of colors, energy, and amazing smells, with stalls offering sushi, oysters, grilled scallops, and all kinds of snacks. Don’t miss the delicious ice cream — perfect after a seafood feast! Great place for photos too — every corner is full of life and color. A must-visit when in Tokyo!

Always a place to go to enjoy the freshest. However price has gone up and some shop has became more of a gimmicks to the heavy tourism. So much shops to choose from and mostly taste so good. Shops closed early so do come early. However it's ok to come after lunch ard 2-3 too if cannot wake up as there will be 50% clearance discount for some shop planning to close early or soon. Still a highly recommended place to visit and enjoy.

Definitely not a cheap venture it is still a must try experience. It's just hard to know what to get and from where without knowing a local. The sashimi choice is phenomenal as is the stalls offering everything from giant grilled scallops, sea urchin, fresh oysters and Okonomi-age which is my new favourite street snack. Best to walk the market (it's not huge) then decide what you like the look of and at what price and then go back to eat. The Whale Sashimi was nothing like I'd tasted before - an acquired taste that was best described as the kangaroo of the sea! And I opted to try the Tuna Sashimi from Sushizanmai as price vs value was the best. However, if you are a sushi aficionado looking for a top-tier experience it is a little less “magical” than the smaller, specialized sushi shops or high-end omakase spots. I loved the Mitarashi Dango and I prefered the hot Tamogayaki on a stick better than the cold pre-prepared options. The Wagyu Beef Tacos from Wagyu Jyu Jyu was also a win and are a tasty, budget Wagyu fix — not as luxe, but worth it for the salsa onion. To wash it all down do not go past a Muscat Grape Smoothie, my newest addiction! And a hidden gem are the Pork And Chicken Dumplings from Suga Shoten and as an added bonus are one of very few that take card.

So, so much food at this market to choose from! My favourites DEFINITELY had to be the strawberrry chocolate mochi. There are like more than 3 of these stores but all of them are good. But the one store I have to recommend going to is the omelette, one of the best things I've ever eaten!

Great area to experience the fish market and feel the bustling atmosphere. Prices are however..exorbitant in my honest opinion. You can get much more affordable prices at other markets or streets for sure. Good to experience, but not good to dine at.

Growing up goin to open markets this one blew my mind. From Matsusaka Beef, sea food, teas, sweets, fruits these vendors & market place provide a significant entertainment scene for locals/tourist alike. Some of the smells were so nostalgic from the dry goods, taxidermy, & pungent essence make me reminiscent of my childhood markets. 10/10 would recommend to visit. Maybe plan to go when the market/vendors open because goin around mid morning or afternoon has plenty of movement.

Really didn't understand the hype behind Tsukiji market. I found most of the spots to be super tourist trap-y, and prices were astronomical compared to other open seafood markets. Most spots were cash only. We ate around the market, and got tuna, tamago, eel, and oysters. The tuna was good, but not great for the price (~$30 USD for 8 pieces). Tamago lines were super long, but honestly waaay too sweet for my liking. I hated the hokkaido oyster the most, and I usually love oysters! The wagyu skewers looked really good, but thankfully didn't get one until we were in Osaka. It was about half the price in Dotonburi instead. In my opinion, skip Tsukiji to save your money and calories for the markets in Osaka instead.

They say to go early in the morning 8-9 am so that you can avoid the crowds. I would also add go early so the food is fresh. We went on a Thursday and it was a little crowded but not too bad. We got there around 11:30 am and I feel since is was super crowded and we went a little later the food was not as fresh. The place seemed to close around 2 pm. I wish I did a little more research before coming here incase there were any specific spots that are a must. But I did do a quick search of what types of food to try: Grapes, tuna, crab legs, beef sushi. Oops I forgot to get beef sushi. But here's some ratings for something's I would come back for again and something that I would probably skip. Grapes: 4/5 tried both green and purple. I ate them after they were all squished in my cousins back pack. Rofl. Purple tasted like wine. Green was sweet! Lolll Miso soup, shrimp, eel: 3/5 not for flavor but because I felt like it wasn't anything I couldn't get in america in terms of taste and quality. But the miso soup did slap in the cold weather though! Fatty tuna: 3/5 without the soy sauce. 4.5/5 with the soy sauce. Corn fish cake skewer: 1/5 i was not impressed by this at all, but maybe it's cause k didn't get it fresh? Wagyu beef: 3/5 I was expecting melt in your mouth and this did not. It was a storefront that was on the outside. I wonder if there was a better one on the inside. Lower rating for price vs taste value. Mentaiko croquette: 3/5 I was super full by the time I had this so I wonder if that's why I wasn't blown away by this? Scallop and crab leg: 5/5 the portions were small but the size of the scallop and crab meat was large. Would def come back for this in a heartbeat. The scallop had cheese on it. The crab leg had a hint of sweet and didn't need sauce with it. Squid crackers sheet: 5/5 airy, novel, tasted good!

If you are a visitor to Tokyo midtown If you enjoy fresh Fish and produce If you enjoy fresh made preserves like pickled plums (ume) pickled cabbage (tsukemono) Then this is the place for you It is crowded unlike your typical fish market. It's crowded with people visiting from around the world. If you want fresh food, you stand outside and eat it right where you stand if you want a meal a bit more refined, they do have walk-in restaurants. Regardless of what you take, the food is fresh Close to the train station Priced right Crowds!!

Day 6: Tsukiji, Tokyo: Any and all of the seafood you could dream of! Before I get into my experience here are some tips: 1. Bring cash some of the outdoor shops take cards but there is a large portion who only accept cash/yen. 2. Try not to walk while eating. It does happen and you won't get scolded, but in this very active area with few garbage cans, it's best to stand near the shop and eat. 3. (This goes with tip #2) Return your trash to the vendor you purchased food from! This might sound very strange, but the vendors expect it honestly. Since there are virtually no public trashes in the area, the vendors happily take the trash back when you return it. 4. Look out for inflated pricing! This mainly consists for sushi, wagyu, and uni. Once you get deeper into the outdoor market, the streets are insanely saturated with shops selling these items. Some offering 3 pieces of sushi for 3000yen (pretty pricy), while a vendor down the block may offer 5 pieces for 2500yen. My suggestion - purchase at least one order of sushi from the indoor market - it's the best price you'll find! My purchase of 5 nigiri and 2 rolled pieces was 1500yen indoors. 5. Save your "common" souvenir shopping for the Fish Market when visiting Tokyo. When I say common I mean things like chopsticks, paper fans, key chains, and other trinkets. My goal was to collect chopsticks on this trip and prices were (sorry) absurd in other neighborhoods! Anywhere from 1400-3500 yen for chopsticks in places like Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ameyoko. I found similar styles and some even hand painted at the fish market for 400-800 yen. (If you plan to visit cities outside of Tokyo you can probably disregard this advice) 6. (Personal Opinion) I highly recommend this area to purchase any kind of dish-ware purchases. I bought 3 really nice sushi and Japanese plates here - each also under 1000yen. In my eyes it was a fantastic deal compared to other areas. NOW ON TO THE EXPERIENCE! We arrived at roughly 9:30am, as I heard it was best to get there in the earlier morning (we were actually a half hour later than planned) and the streets were pretty baron of shoppers at the time. It didn't become extremely crowded until about 10:00-10:30am. Our first stop was the indoor market, unfortunately you are not allowed to take photos inside, which is a bummer because I really enjoyed this portion of our visit! It was really cool to see all of the fresh catches of the day - it was a true market for large fish orders for at home cooking. Some of the vendors did offer ready-to-eat portions which I happily took advantage of; purchasing grilled eel skewers and tuna nigiri. There are 3 levels to the indoor market. First are the vendors, and the third is a food court style dinning. We also stumbled upon a sake flight bar which was a lot of fun! We got to sample 3 sakes and chose to add on two "upgrade" options as well - a 20 year aged sake and an unfiltered sake (I forget what they call it) so cool!! This entire neighborhood is mainly a fish market, roughly 6-8 blocks and it is insanely fun if you are a fish/seafood fan like myself. I tried quite a bit including different levels of tuna sushi, steamed stuffed scallops, more eel or unagi, as well as some none fish items like pork bao, and fresh cantaloupe melon. Also, if you're dying to try sea urchin - this is your spot! I personally couldn't just due to dietary restrictions but it was very readily available and would be a cool experience. The streets get extremely crowded, so be prepared to weave your way around to all of the different food offerings. Overall this was one of my favorite experiences and would HIGHLY recommend checking it out!

This was one of the many neat things we did in Tokyo! We arrived at the Tsukiji Fish Market on a Sunday afternoon around 11:30 AM. It was already pretty crowded but not too bad. We ate, drank, and walked our way through the streets of this outdoor market. There are so many vendors and places to try, so make sure you arrive hungry. Make sure you have a few hours to spare because there's a lot to see! Definitely worth the visit!

A great place to visit while in Tokyo; but be aware of the hours. Tip: Drinking your beverage or eating while walking is generally frowned upon...even in markets. You can do it at the tables available at where you shop. For breakfast, my husband and I tried the egg & (cooked) eel tamagoyaki *on a stick*. It wasn't bad! Try the fruit, it's beautiful and fresh. The market has a good atmosphere. Not too far from the market, there's Ginza district. The 5th avenue of Tokyo. A very cool place to check out, as well.

Very awesome place to visit. Some places have samples from dried squid to cold brew tea. Went at 7am and most of the hype places had a long line but don't get discouraged it actually moves really quick. I was thinking I was gonna be in like 30-45 min It was 10-15 min tops at 7am. Definitely a great place to visit and grab some souvenirs

Best fish market ever! First observation is I've never seen so much fresh sushi/sashimi, everything was just so inviting and unique. Glistening bites were everywhere, whether you like fish or not. I definitely enjoyed the Uni stall for sure but, during my visits I had seared tuna, scallop and eel skewers, Kobe beef, sweet potato chips, coffee and matcha ice cream. The number of stalls here are impressive. You've got the outdoor and indoor,everyone was just ready and willing to provide you with the best taste of what Japan has to offer. Best to get here around 9AM right before the crowds and I really do mean crowds.

Tsukiji Market is located in central Tokyo near the Chuo and Ginza districts and is one of the most popular destinations for both locals and tourists alike. The market consisted of the inner and outer markets, where the inner was the location of the tuna auctions and the outer was the location of food stalls. Over the years, the inner market was where auctions were held to supply fish for the various sushi restaurants around the area and even the world. Nowadays, the inner market has moved to Toyosu Market but the outer market still remains. At the outer market you'll see multiple streets with tons of vendors selling a variety of food. These offerings range from sushi and sashimi, seafood, tamago (Japanese omelet), fresh seafood bowls (donburi), unagi, takoyaki, and uni (sea urchin). Restaurants range from very affordable standing-only stalls to high-end sit-down shops depending on your budget. You can compare prices between the different street vendors for the same foods but they're all pretty competitive. Best of all they're all delicious so you really can't go wrong with any of them. This is a must-see attraction if you're in the Tokyo area.

Tsukiji Saito's Fish Market was a 15 minute walk from my hotel in Ginza. We checked out the fish market around 7 AM and it wasn't as crowded yet perfect time to go and check out all the food and gifts stands if you want to beat the crowd. Most food stands should already be open and if not, they open around 8 o'clock in the morning! If you go later than 8:30 AM, it gets very busy and you will have to wait in line to get food.

Love coming to the Tsukiji Market! It's the perfect place to grab some sushi, wagyu skewers, and other street food and I love that it's open early (a rarity in Tokyo) if you're looking for somewhere to start your day. Most of the vendors are cash only and it's a bit touristy but that's what makes it English-friendly. There are a few well known stalls that usually have a line outside but really everywhere I've tried has been great and you can't go wrong with grabbing some onigiri, fresh sushi/sashimi, and my favorite the raw sweet shrimp. Most of the vendors are grab and go but there are also restaurants where you can sit and have a proper lunch. Most of the seated restaurants aren't open until 11am while the vendors start by 9am.

Tsukiji outer Market is famous for all kinds of food from , fresh fish , sushi, curries, Ramen, desserts, and of course all kinds of seafood . My friends and I headed down to the Market on a Wednesday the Market is close on Thursday . No matter what day it is it's still crowded with all kinds of tourist and Japanese citizens. I bumped into lots of Hawaii people too you can just spot them out in a crowd just like Vegas LOL! My dentist told me about this vendor at the Tsukiji Market that sell Furikake. He stands by it he said it's the best Furikake he ever had he loves it so much he orders directly from the vendor to have a case to be send to him . I can imagine the shipping but he's a dentist he can afford ha ha . So my friends and I pick an aisle and started walking and lord be hold we seen the Furikake stall . Even my dentist didn't know where it was he just explained you'll find it everyone goes there to buy Furikake? I was lucky just to find it so I purchased 10 . It comes in a pretty big plastic jar and for $8 USD it's well worth it compared to Hawaii small glass jar for $3.99 - $5.99. The outcome it was pretty good but I wouldn't go out of my way to have some ship to me but if I go back to Japan I would probably purchase a few more jars . The nice lady at the stall gave out samples it has bits of nori along with those crispy balls, along with I think cod or shrimp ? Nice shoyu flavor to it hard to explain but over hot rice it's way better than our Furikake here . Something to think about

Lots of delicious fish options - my favorite was the three fish sampler of chutoro, otoro, and kamatoro. They were very generous portions for slices and were delicious with a splash of soy sauce. Not much seating but staff were kind and made sure the most number of people could be seated.

Had a good time at the Tsukiji market! It was, of course, busy! Expect to wait in line for the popular spots. Lots of people but also lots of tourists. Some annoying tourists spat into the middle of the street so that's one downside of so many tourists being there. There are shops for fish and fresh food inside and many street stalls outside. So many places to visit and so much food to eat. We were only able to visit a few places and some were really good. Would visit again to try out more spots!

This market is huge and super crowded. Vendors here speak Japanese and English! There's so many vendors selling similar products, some are cheaper than others, however, they may be different quality and prepared differently. Upon first arriving, we found a vendor that sells grilled seafood, e.g., king crab legs, scallops, prawns. Fell for the good price and bought them, only to find out they weren't as fresh since the crab meat stuck to the shell. Then, we walked around and found more vendors for grilled and steamed seafood, sashimi, fruits, and dried snacks. The strawberries tasted like typical California strawberries, however, the sashimi was very fresh, other grilled seafood was fresh, and the dried snacks (squid and wasabi peas) were amazing! Don't fall for the first restaurant/vendor you see, look around and enjoy!

Tsukiji Fish Market is the original outdoor market that takes up a few blocks by the shores of the Ginza area. It serves as an actual market to the locals and trade professionals in the area, but it's also a great place for tourists to come to try fresh tasty treats. Come early to seize the freshest and tastiest eats. My boyfriend and I were able to try a few venues. Not sure about the exact names of the spots, but a good rule of thumb is to follow the crowd. Those spots are the popular ones that are worth the wait. My favorite vendor was one that specializes in tuna. The quality was sooooo premium and the prices were reasonable too. We shared their #1 nigiri that had 2 pieces of special fatty tuna, 2 pieces of very fatty tuna and 2 pieces of medium fatty tuna. Upon paying at this specific stall, the staff would give you a designated spot The cuts were so generous and thick and all of the tunas were deliciously fresh and melts in your mouth. Yum! We also stopped by an oyster vendor. I really liked how they labeled their oyster by their names, but also their taste profile, for those who are not familiar with that type of oyster. We each tried 2 that were labeled very creamy and one that was labeled really sweet. You pay, get a number, go into the stop and they shuck it in front of you. The shucking was pretty quick and rough. I didn't like how the shucker rinsed every other of its' natural juices. The purpose was to remove shell but I still got shell in my oyster. Fun experience but it could be better. There was also this fresh pressed shrimp and squid chip spot with an octopus in the front. You pay at a machine, make your selection, and the man working the shop will prepare your order. Super neat to watch. It was a subtle squid taste and really addicting. I heard from the group ahead of us that this is another regional specialty and this was one of the rare places that had it in the Tokyo area. Plenty of spots to choose from. Come early. Come hungry. Prioritize your eating wisely.

The Tsukiji Fish Market was a fun stop! I was a bit skeptical because I kept seeing videos of reviews where people said it was just overpriced and not worth it. However, my boyfriend and I really enjoyed the fish market! We unfortunately had to skip the tuna bowls because the line was so long and they eventually put a sign up that said the line was temporarily closed. No biggie, we ended up eating some tuna elsewhere and it was good. There are tons of foods everywhere! Lots of street vendors and restaurants within the Fish Market. With every item we wanted to try, we would split up and each wait in a line and then regroup to eat our food items. We were stuffed! But, everything was so good! For some sit down spots, like the drinking areas, the shop owners were so nice and welcoming. Definitely make a stop here! Just FYI, it does get pretty crowded.

Tsukiji Market is a must visit when in Japan. Even as my second time in Japan I came back to this market 3 times in one trip. Once to really eat and another 2 times to purchase matcha. Make sure to bring cash as a lot of the vendors don't take card. It gets quite busy as the day goes on so you can come as early as 7AM as some of the vendors open early at that time. Make sure to avoid Wednesdays. I came back on a Wednesday and most of the vendors were closed. Here are some of the things I got and if they're worth or not at the market: - Any uni bowls is a yes and will be worth it. It's a lot cheaper here than in North America - Tamago on a stick - yes! Only 200 yen and so tasty! - Cooked tuna on a stick - yes! Delicious and has a flame torch taste. Entertaining to watch them cook it as well. - Matcha - yes! Japan is known for matcha so you must get some when you see it! - Uni by the spoon - this was a highlight as you get a spoonful of matcha while on the streets. - Strawberry mochi - don't get this. The mochi is not soft and filling is not good. - Tanghulu - tried it to see what the hype was about. It's way too sweet for my palette, so I'd skip this next time. - Croquettes - these are so juicy and delicious. Can choose different toppings you'd like. Other things to buy that are worth the trip/ hype: - Dashi broth - there are stores that sell dashi broth in packets and it's the best dashi I've had. Many people also have raved about this. - Trays of uni - Yes you heard that right. Just get a full tray to eat at the market. It's worth it, so fresh and delicious! Love coming here time and time again for some seafood and souvenirs!

Everyone is so nice! The food is endless with the most freshest seafood! It was raining today but didn't stop us! Lots of people but lots of places to put your food down to eat while standing. Everything is mostly outdoors. Everything is clean.

super crowded most times of the year and are full of tourist but the egg roll, wagyu skewer and tuna sushi are all soo delish. prices are higher than other market since this is a tourist hotspot

Worth a visit... Once Brace yourself for crazy and bring cash! Frommers advises to make a breakfast of sushi. Our hotel offered a very full complimentary breakfast so we arrived at 11:15am - it was already very crowded. The Tsukiji Fish Market is probably only a grid of 3 x 4 blocks contains hundreds of stores/stalls and thousands of people. And this is late February not peak season. Very jet lagged, we wandered around in kind of a daze trying to process the variety of food being offered. Many stores have no seating but some have very small seating areas hidden in the back. We found 2 very popular stalls - large rice crackers with octopus, crab, or shrimp pressed into them and jumbo sweet potato chips. We sampled kobe beef skewers and eel on a stick. Then we finally settled into a place with good seating and sushi rice bowls. The fresh food with few places to sit was a sensory overload and the chaotic and hectic pace was a bit too much for us. The next day we were nearby and hungry so I suggested we return - 3 emphatic NO's meant I was outvoted. I am still glad we tried it.

Eat, eat, and eat ~ The food here is so colorful and beautiful. It's so fresh and delicious. Customer service is welcoming and caring for guests with warmth. What a great experienced. We came here from 10am to 2:30pm yesterday.

A paradise for seafood and waygu beef lovers. The market is huge with alleys and hidden gems everywhere. Took me over an hour to explore everything. They have offering at every price point imaginable, however don't come here expecting fast food prices like an idiot. Food safety is paramount so I observed how the food is display and more importantly the temperature and time it has been sitting out. Service was non- existent if you decide to enjoy eating standing up at a small table in front of stall. (Please do not walk and eat!!!) For sushi, I decided to try the Omasake at a small restaurant with only 10 seats. The experience was delicious and astoundingly. For the waygu, I was fortunate to meet the owner of this clean and organized stalled whom recommended the best A5 center cut waygu. I observed the process of the cook preparing it and anticipated the final product! The meat was so tender and melted in your mouth. Fat content was not overwhelming but added flavor with was succulent. A wonderful ending to a Omasake sushi lunch. I will be back before i leave.

we went on a saturday (scary i know) but it wasn't that bad! getting there by 7:30am is the perfect time, having your group split up for the lines is definitely the move. we were able to finish shopping and trying everything we wanted by 9:30. by 9am, the crowds get claustrophobic and super crowded. HIGHLY RECOMMEND: white peach soft serve, tamago on a stick, tuna bowl (i'm not even an extreme tuna lover but it was the best i've had)

This is an absolute must visit. I loved the entire vibe and everything here was delicious to try. The waits are not long and you can also keep wandering and try something else and come back. Makes for beautiful pics and of course you're in Japan so clean public restrooms and ATMs. I could come every day and feel like I missed something

It's a very very small fish market in Tokyo, but a very fun experience overall. Fish was so fresh. We enjoyed eating here. It's a fish market so it was a bit wet so be careful. Japanese people are super nice and friendly. It's not loud like the American or Chinese fish markets. Very orderly and neat.

Its a fun experience but not how it once was when the fish market was still there. There are still lots of venders and new food too. I would say there seafood is still taste fresh. a little pricey for some stalls but overall its a great place to visit All the works are very kind. And it is clean . Service is good too.

Always fun to eat at the fish markets! My eyes are till not full after 4 meals at the market. Seaurchins brought so much flavor to the wage!

It's crowded, it's touristy, it's pushy, it's smelly, it's LOUD and it's a famous spot everyone goes to that loves Sushi. You will dine on Sushi that came right out the sea hours before. The Sushi is so fresh it is still jumping around on your rice. This is an early morning place--come as early as possible--plan on a Sushi lunch rather than dinner here--by 3 pm or so this place is wrapping up. We got here at 10 am--not too bad--and by noon--it was crazy! Why? Because that is the way it is here. Everyone visiting Tokyo comes here. There are a ton of sushi restaurants here--we had the best sushi--even my friend who hates sushi liked it here--or at least liked posing with the sushi--I don't think she ate it. And the prices--OMG! How about a ton of fresh delicious soft succulent sushi salmon for $15 US Service in most places is fast food fast and fast food attitude--but who cares? This is a fish market!

Tsukiji Fish Market This market is a must if you travel to Japan, with delicious street food, souvenir shops, and local seafood. I recommend going the day after you arrive because you will wake up super early because of the time difference. We woke up at 5:00 AM and arrived at the market at 6:30 AM. Our first stop was Uni Tora, a restaurant at the beginning of the Tsukiji market where the line gets super long. This was my first time having Uni, and I enjoyed it; it's probably going to be the best Uni that I will ever have. I don't like the texture like that, but apparently, this is the spot to go! Some other food we got there was the sweet egg, fresh sashimi (you will see a long line for the best spot), strawberry daifuku, soft serve ice cream, and we bought some souvenirs for our family. There was also a building with more seafood vendors to buy from and restaurants on the 3rd floor. Overall, it was a nice vibe and not too crowded when we went (mid-late October), but it's overrated. It's not a place I would be excited to return to again, compared to other markets and food spots in Japan. BRING YEN TOO

Freshest food ever! Plenty of stalls to choose from for a goodies galore. We went during lunch time. Packed but if you have patience or like to walk around you can find more stalls of what you probably like. Not too much seating, but eat and find another one you would like to try. There are plenty of small restaurants there as well. We decided to try a sushi restaurant, and it was English friendly. Probably some of the best sushi we've ever had. We can't wait to go back!

This is the best street vendor fish market I've been to! It opens early so I recommend going right when they open because there are some places where the line can build up! Here there are so many selections and options! From fresh sea food to sweets to satisfy your sweet tooth! There are items to be purchased as well - things like (matcha, souvenirs, fresh produce and etc) I tried so many things such as the grilled scallops, wagyu skewers, white strawberry, and pink strawberry. My favorite was this milk ice cream soft serve that came in a cone. Even when it was cold, it was totally worth trying!

June 2023. Multiple visits. Others will recommend getting there early. Ditto Get there early because it's becomes jammed with people elbow to elbow. To the point of being really annoying. And this is coming from someone who lives in LA traffic. Bring cash. Easier. I don't recall seeing any vendors or shops who accepted plastic so better to be safe than sorry. On that note, I don't recall seeing ATM machines either. But I also didn't look. As for what to eat or buy. It's an outdoor market place. Get on social media and look to see what tickles your fancy. I love seafood so you better believe that's what I got. Also tried wagyu which some will say it's pricey. But when you're on vacation, dollar signs don't matter. On each visit, had to have the Hokkaido milk soft serve. As much as I love sashimi - the soft serve was the hit for me at this market. Anyway, I'm sure there are so many other reviews of this place that I'm not saying anything that hasn't been said. Just go. Know that it's a tourist trap and that you could find places that are less expensive. It's for the experience so just go and have a good time.

**June 2023: Monday and Thursday Morning Visit** I've been wanting to check out the docks for ages and finally got to do so! Tips -Bring cash. I only noticed one stall (the wagyu skewers one) that accepted credit card -Arrive early. I came around 8:30am. It started to get packed with the tourist buses around 10am/10:30am. -There's two tamago stations (one 100 yen and one 150 yen). I personally thought the 100 yen one (which is closer to the street) tasted better -The wagyu beef is very tasty, but somewhat pricey for $30 USD -In the Inner Fish market (the one that's inside a building) there's a Hokkaido soft serve (500 yen) that is devine. I got it both time and LOVED it equally each time. -Bring your own beverage. While most of Tokyo had vending machines, I didn't' really see any in this immediate area. -The fresh uni, scallops, and sashimi is hit or miss in the stalls. Some are super sweet and others are salty -Do not eat and walk/talk. Move to the side of the street to enjoy your treats I think it's a fun experience, but be sure to come early to avoid the wave of crowds.

Intensely crowded near lunch hours, but it's a Fish Market worth visiting. Things you should know: I. SERVICE There are multitudes of vendors outside, selling a variety of foods, some souvenir-type items, and kitchenware. II. QUALITY FRESH. If you want to try something unique, you can find fried burdock here (omg, so delicious), a variety of different types of fish cakes (i.e. corn fish cakes), and fresh seafood items inaccessible in the USA for such outstanding prices (i.e. sea urchin). III. CAPACITY Crowded, even starting at 11a.m. The vendors here are especially mindful of food traffic and encourage buyers to eat their food then-and-there, in front of the stand, rather than walking with food items.

this market specifically closes at 2pm so plan accordingly and get there earlier like 9am! lines are already forming so it'll be crowded. but remember also cash only! yommy food stalls everywhere don't listen to the tiktoks just go into whichever spot you wanna try because those are unexpectedly the besttt

The first time I went to Japan, we had missed the Tsukiji Outer Market and had gone instead to the Toyosu Fish Market, where the fish auctions have primarily been moved to. This time around, I knew I had to visit the Outer Market which still consists of countless vendors for incredibly fresh seafood, despite the fish auctions no longer being held there. One thing to be prepared for when you arrive are the crowds. We arrived around 8:30am, which arguably is considered late for the market, and it was packed. It's a series of narrow alleys and every pathway so so crowded you had to shimmy your way in between people. This ultimately brought down the experience a bit as I initially wanted to stroll through and enjoy seeing all the incredibly fresh seafood. We made our way into a random seafood shop where we were able to order a few items: - special rice bowl - sea urchin, salmon roe, and minced fatty tuna on rice bowl - crab miso Both rice bowls were fantastic, with beautiful and generous portions of fish and shellfish. There are also two different size options in which we opted for the smaller one. The crab miso was like a grilled miso crab guts dish that usually I would consider good but personally was a bit too strong in flavor for the earlier morning.

Years ago when they still auctioned fish at Tsukiji, you could find yourself some amazing deals for fresh fish, sushi, sashimi and seafood at the venders in the outer market. After the move to Toyosu, the prices for these food items are about the same as other places in Tokyo. Even though that's the case now, Tsukiji is still worth a visit. There are so many stalls that offer different things. Customer service from everyone working in Tsukiji is quite friendly and if you purchase something from a vendor, they usually have no problem disposing of your trash for you as there are very little public trash bins in Japan. The earlier you go, the less busy it is but as the morning progresses, it gets quite busy and lines to popular stands get extremely long. It gets a little hard to walk around if you come during the weekend so weekdays are best to casually explore. Considering how busy it is, the place can get rather loud and claustrophobic. To best prepare yourself prior to a visit, it might be good to watch a few YouTube videos of the open air market so you know what to expect. Please make sure to bring Yen because most places don't accept credit cards. Also, bring a reusable bag for all the items you purchase that you plan to eat it later. Must visit spot if you haven't been before and worthy of repeat visits to try something you haven't before. ***They offer whale meat here for those of you who want to try something exotic! It's legal in Japan so you're not breaking any laws***

I'll put it this way for people that don't want to read a lengthy review gushing about the amazingness of Tsukiji Market: this is the only food spot in Japan that we went to twice. The first time I went, we took 30 minutes to get there and then spent hours here. I mean it. Off the top of my head, the first time went I had a wagyu skewer, white chocolate creamy milkshake, loads of salmon sashimi, a salmon bowl, & peach soft serve. The second time included another wagyu skewer, more salmon sashimi, a mint lemonade, strawberry daifuku, red bean green tea mochi, & shine muscat grape soft serve. We also purchased some gifts to bring home to friends at the green tea stall by purchasing matcha packets. Please come here, every spot is amazing. Don't worry if there's not a line, like at all. Everyone is so friendly and it's very easy for foreigners to navigate, people can speak basic English & some Mandarin depending on the stall. I had a great time. I'm getting hungry just typing this...

Tsukiji is a MUST for foodies. We got an early start and arrived before 7:30am. There weren't any crowds at that time, but some places were not open. The stores we ate at: Haibara http://unagi-haibara.com There is a shop and a restaurant. We ate at the shop. I love unagi and the flavor of this was great. It was a bit on the pricier side though. Torito https://www.toritoh.com There are multiple yakitori options. You must order a minimum of 5 skewers. The food is already precooked and the lady microwaved the sticks before handing it to us. I enjoyed the chicken hearts and gizzards. I didn't care for the chicken wing that was recommended to us. Tsukiji Iroha https://www.tsukijiiroha.com There was a line for the daifuku dessert. Out of the many options, I decided to go with the strawberry one. I loved the texture and regret not getting more! Lastly, we wanted to eat at a sit down restaurant. Tsukijiro (separate review) http://www.tsukijiro.jp We ate here when it opened at 8:30am. I highly recommend this kaisendon restaurant! By the time we were done with our seafood bowl, the market was quite busy. I'm glad we came early!

Yelp Review 2023 #50: What a memorable experience! I went to the 5am tuna auction. I got there at 4am and was the first in line. It was freezing. Did I have to be the first in line? Not necessarily. So, maybe, be there around 4:30am. There were 2 security guys that will unlock the door so you can get in when the tuna auction is about to start. A separate door for spectators. They give you a vest to indicate you're a spectator. They have rules posted in Japanese and broken English: you must wear a vest, you must return the vest and not take it home, don't talk loudly or raise your hand, stay within the designated tourist area, don't take flash photography, don't bring food/ drinks, don't do anything that would disrupt the tuna auction. By the time you get in, the auctioneer and the buyers are already inside and hundreds of whole frozen tuna are on the floor. Before you lose your mind, the Japanese are very strict at keeping things clean - you can eat off of the floor. The place didn't smell fishy at all. Just like any auction, it's loud, it's fast but it's entertaining. You'll see buyers with hooks inspecting each fish. After the auction was done, I asked somebody from the auction where the tuna came from - some of them from Boston. Boston??? I went to Japan for tuna from the US??? I didn't flip out over that. I just thought it was funny. I checked out the rest of the market. Lots of fresh fish and sea creatures - some I've never seen before. The market has lots of food stalls, restaurants, and souvenir shops. I had to eat sushi for breakfast! Yum!

Yes yes yes, a foodie's dream come true. This place is amazing and you must visit! We came by on a Wednesday morning around 11 and there was a good crowd. However, we waited only ~5 to 10 minutes per vendor. The BEST bite I had here was the wagyu stand (the one where they have multiple wagyu options and the staff all seemed to be non-Japanese). The kind of Wagyu experience where you close your eyes and savor the tender juicy meat and the experience continues throughout your continuous chewing. So flavorful and delicious. One of my favorite foods of this trip! We also tried: - famous egg omelette on a stick - YUM! The egg was slightly sweet and tender. - sushi (right next to the wagyu place) - just great sushi - mochi with strawberry - we tried the matcha and red bean flavors. Delicious and interesting textures - grilled tuna - I did not care much for this one, but my husband liked it.

This unique fish market is so much more than what I can describe in this review. The abundance of oysters, wagyu beef, strawberries, Japanese omelettes, mochi, and everything to your hearts desire is truly an understatement. I came here 3 times on my 5 day vacation. All the vendors here are extremely polite. It's not just because they are wanting you to buy something. It's just part of their culture. I highly recommend coming here early in the morning. Around 8:30 or 9 would be best. Don't be afraid to try new things!!! And bring cash with you! There is an ATM in the information center.

You know the sushi restaurant is good when it's full of locals!! This sushi restaurant is a hidden gem! Best sushi and wonderful variety!

Very very good seafood among other items! The market opens early, we got there around 10 AM and it was bustling. There were many stalls to choose from, and of course somehow in a fish market the first thing I opted for was fried chicken. This was extremely juicy and good fried chicken, and I had consumed over half of it before I remembered to photograph it haha Any food and drink item we had was delicious. Many of the stalls have little eating areas, either with chairs only or a table only, for you to quickly eat then dispose of your things before going to the next stall. If you're any kind of seafood fan or just want a good street food experience, highly recommend going here!

Best sushi in the world. Fresh fish comes in daily and if you come early enough you can see the markets bidding for their individual fish. Even if you aren't a fan of fish, have to try some of the best wagyu, matcha, & ramen. Every single bite of food you have here will make your mouth water & crave more. Maybe because we went in January, but it wasn't that busy or crowded. Every line took us only 3 minutes max. Have fun, look around, & try as many things as you possible...it's extremely affordable as well.

Tsukiji outer market is a must stop whenever I'm in the area. On our most recent trip this month, we went two mornings. Luckily we planned to go there twice because the first time it was raining and it was still so crowded because it was on a Saturday and we got there a little later, around 9:30ish. Tuesday morning we went again and a little earlier, around 8:30, and it was significantly less crowded. I tried so many things and can't remember all of the shops names so I'll just list a few: -Maguroya Kurogin: I've been here before and my husband loves it so we made sure to come here. Luckily the line wasn't too long and we got a 6 piece nigiri. My husband likes to go here cause they have Kama toro which is harder to find. -Onigiri Marutoyo: On Saturday the line for this place was crazy so when we went on Tuesday and the line wasn't as bad, I thought I must try to see why there was such a long line and good thing I did. I got the salmon ikura and there was just so much of the filling and the musubi was huge for such a reasonable price. No wonder why people go here. I also tried the 150 yen egg on a stick, ichigo daifuku, ice cream on one of the corner of the streets (I actually got two), the huge shrimp and tako crackers, oysters, grilled ahi and so much more. Definitely will be back again

Talk about one of the most authentic, exciting and interesting experiences of my life. This market has everything: fish, steak, chicken, seafood, snacks, drinks, anything that Japan has to offer there is a vendor selling it in this space. I tried things that I had never tried before, and they were all amazing. I would suggest you go in with an open mind and be willing to try things that you've never seen or heard of before.