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The Tsukiji Market

5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo, Tokyo Prefecture 104-0045, Japan
+81 3-3542-1111
As featured in 3 days in Tokyo and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 34 attractions in Chuo
4.5 of 5 stars 267 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Fee: No
Traveler Description: Official Tsukiji Market Visitor Rules  Official Tsukiji Market tours were re-started from July 26. Daily limit of visitors has been lowered from 140... more »
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Rickmansworth, United Kingdom
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

We read great things about the market so it was on our list of things to do in Tokyo. We considered going at the start of the trip when our jet lag meant we were wide awake at 3am...unfortunately, the one time we were able, was a Wednesday when the market is shut. We eventually went on a Friday, we... More

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Merced, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Just got back from the tuna auction at the Tsukiji Market. We were worried we wouldn't make it in time and so got there by 3:50am--we were 14th and 15th in line. The first group of 60 filled up at 4:30am. If you're in the first group, they take you from waiting on the street into a nice room at... More

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Paranaque, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

One of the most unforgettable experience when we went to Tokyo. My daughter and I were among the first to line up to see the most famous tuna auction. It was great! More

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bangalore, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Never imagined that I would have rice and fish for breakfast, but we did. And if you ever do, it should be at Tsukiji's. All the decent Sushi restaurants within 100km of this market send their little mini-trucks to load up on their fish for the day. While it is a "fish market", in classic Japanese style, it is not... More

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Wakefield, MA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW

The fish market was incredible. Unfortunately, we didn't see the fish auction which is very early in the morning. That is supposed to be amazing. We were there mid-morning and the place was like a madhouse. You have to be careful walking around because there are trucks and small tractors moving cartons of fish around.There is every kind of fish... More

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Boise, ID
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

This is a serious fish market--not for tourists or small buyers. Go prepared to get out of the way of all kinds of vehicles and serious fish business. Never seen so many creatures from the sea in one spot. Outer market is fun too and a lot more relaxing. We had great pastries and coffee before entering and then fresh... More

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ipoh
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Nice place to explore. Beside the fish market, there is another Vegetables and Fruits Market. There are many restaurants nearby offer fresh sushi and sashimi, and these restaurant can occupy very less customer at one time, around 8 to 12 pax, therefore you will see a long que outside these restaurant. More

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Pulau Penang, Malaysia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Tsukiji fish market is said to be a must go and only if you go to the live tuna auction in the morning. If you do not wish to get there at 4am and line up for the auction ticket, you can give the inner market a skip if you reach there by 9am onwards. Please be careful while making... More

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Camas, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Such an awesome market, though wet and slippery, the kids were mesmerized by all the strange creatures available there, also very fun to watch them process the giant tuna. We did not go see the auction as it was said to be more limited now. Definitely a must see. Sushi looked so good, and great prices, next time I will... More

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leeds, uk
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

ok, so we didn't go to the auctions... we didn't wake up in time, however the market itself is so busy, and there's so much food to eat!! lots of things to buy as well, from snacks to knives, i would love to come back again as for sushi...breakfast for 3 was £70, however the quality was amazing...and we did... More

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