Tsukiji Food & Culture Tour w/ University Student Guide
Led by local university students, this walking tour combines cultural exchange and Japanese street food in Tokyo’s famous Tsukiji seafood market.
Highlights
On this private tour, discover Tsukiji through the eyes of local university students and learn insights on Japanese culture while sampling classic streetfoods
Experience Tsukiji's most famous landmarks and try its signature dishes
Visit and worship at Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
10 meals
Experience Details
In this private 3-hour Tsukiji tour led by local Japanese university students eager to share their culture, you’ll explore the history and culture of Tsukiji and indulge in Japanese food at the famous Tsukiji Outer Market, known for being Tokyo’s “seafood wonderland.”
Your Tsukiji adventure starts at the main gate of Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple. After meeting your guide, head inside this famous Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple to explore its distinct blend of architectural influences and learn the proper worship etiquette.
After your respite in the temple, your journey continues to the bustling Tsukiji Outer Market, packed with street stalls, tiny restaurants, and wholesale and retail shops, where multiple appetizing food aromas converge. While Toyosu became the main site for the fish market and auctions in 2018, many Tsukiji vendors proudly sell fresh seafood straight from the market, guaranteeing the freshness and premium quality that earned Tsukiji its worldwide reputation.
As you wander the narrow streets, your guide will point out notable landmarks and cultural points of interest. Taste local foods like tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), green tea, and, of course, sushi made from the freshest seafood in Tokyo. You can also sample dashi soup, dried scallops, and more to get the full experience of Japanese food culture while bonding with your guides in a relaxed and memorable cultural exchange. What’s more, this tour is private, so you can explore at your own pace and receive lots of personalized guidance from the host.
Itinerary
-Meet your guide at Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
-Explore the temple and learn about its history, architecture, and the proper worship etiquette
- Visit Tsukiji Outer Market and eat traditional Japanese cuisine, including sushi
Inclusions
1 piece of tamagoyaki, 7 pieces of sushi, 6 pieces of makizushi (rolled sushi), green tea
English-speaking Japanese university student guides
Exclusions
Additional food, drinks, and purchases
Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop-off point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your student guide at the main entrance of Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple, a 2-minute walk from Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. A Google Maps link and more information will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
The tour itinerary may change in case of rain. In the event of severe weather, guests will be notified of the tour status via email.
Please note that this tour includes raw food items
Please be aware that the guides are currently studying English and may not be completely fluent
We recommend guests arrive on an empty stomach to better enjoy the tour
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 3 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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10 meals
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