Description
- Restaurants and dry goods stores around Tsukiji Market are still open today.
- While some shops open early in the morning, many close between 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
- In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of sushi restaurants and shops offering light meals, and in some cases the prices are considerably higher than the market price.
Reviews by situation
“Relaxing alone” Recommendation score: 5 /10
There are many sushi restaurants and seafood shops in this area, so you can enjoy not only dining but also eating your way around. However, it is always crowded and there are many people touting, so it may get busy.
“Kids will love it” Recommendation score: 3 /10
There are also many shops selling snacks and sweets that children will enjoy, but you need to be careful not to get separated from them.
“As a date” Recommendation score: 6 /10
If you don’t mind the crowds and noise, this is a good spot for a date.
“Fun with friends” Recommendation score: 6 /10
You will also see many friends enjoying eating their way around. Be careful, as many shops will be closed if you visit after the evening.
Business Hours
AM9:00 to PM2:00 (most stores)
Closed Days
AM9:00 to PM2:00 (most stores)
English Support
Now that it has become a tourist destination, almost all stores can speak English.
Fees
Free (passing)
Access
Tsukiji Station (Metro Hibiya Line) and Tsukijishijo Station (Toei Oedo Line) seem to be the closest on map, but in both cases it takes more than 5 minutes on foot.
It will take less than 10 minutes to walk from Higashi Ginza Station (Metro Hibiya Line, Toei Asakusa Line), so it is best to choose a station that is easy to access.
Main limited-time events
The Tsukiji Spring Festival is held for two days in late April, and includes lucky draws and other events. The Tsukiji Autumn Festival is held for two days in early November, and features a food festival and other events. The Tsukiji Spring Festival is held for two days in late January, and includes lucky draws and other events.
Official website
https://www.tsukiji.or.jp/english/
Nearby spots
Kabuki-za Theater
This is a theater specializing in Kabuki. The facade has a unique decoration.
Hama Rikyu Gardens (Hama Rikyu Onshi Teien)
An orthodox Japanese garden built during the Edo period. You can also see the remains of what was once used as a falconry area.
Tsukishima Monja Street
A path that runs through the center of Tsukishima, famous for Monjayaki. There are many Monjayaki shops here.
