The Tokyo Tsukiji Outer Market Walking Tour and Rolled Sushi Class offers a unique and immersive experience for travelers visiting the world-famous fish market..
This 3-hour tour provides a comprehensive exploration of Japanese seafood cuisine, starting with a visit to the bustling Tsukiji Outer Fish Market. Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, participants have the opportunity to witness a tuna auction and explore the vibrant shopping and sample-tasting areas.
Quick Takeaways
- Deep dive into Japanese seafood cuisine
- Learn to prepare traditional-style washoku food items
- Visit Tsukiji Outer Fish Market and cooking studio
- Enjoy lunch with wine, plum sake, or soft drinks
The tour also includes a hands-on cooking class in a professional studio, where guests learn to prepare traditional-style washoku dishes. A delicious lunch, accompanied by a choice of wine, plum sake, or soft drinks, is enjoyed at the end of the class.
Suitable for families with older children, this tour offers a fun and informative experience for those interested in Japanese cuisine and culture. Whether you are a food enthusiast or simply curious about Japanese seafood, this tour promises to deliver an unforgettable adventure.
What’s Included
The tour includes:
- An English-speaking guide
- Transportation
- Cooking ingredients and tools
- Lunch
- An apron
- Drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- The opportunity to watch the tuna auction
you will have the chance to:
- Taste various foods
- Experience the rich flavors of traditional Japanese cuisine
The tour starts with a visit to the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, where the guide will provide valuable insights into the local seafood culture and customs.
Afterward, you will be taken to a modern cooking studio to learn the art of preparing traditional-style washoku dishes. The tour provides a hands-on experience, with clear step-by-step instructions in English for making sushi rolls and other washoku items.
Lunch is included and features a complete sushi dinner with soup, sashimi, and sushi rolls. Plus, you will have the opportunity to try different types of sake, including plum sake.
The tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Japanese seafood cuisine, providing a top notch and enjoyable experience.
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Highlights
One of the main attractions of this tour experience is the opportunity to delve into the world of Japanese seafood cuisine and learn to prepare traditional-style washoku food items. Customers have praised this highlight, stating that the tour provides a deep explore the culinary traditions of Japan.
The tour includes a visit to Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, where visitors can browse the shopping and sample tasting areas to get a firsthand experience of the vibrant seafood market.
Plus, the tour takes participants to a modern cooking studio where they can learn how to prepare a Japanese meal under the guidance of an enchanting chef. The cooking lesson includes step-by-step instructions in English for making sushi rolls and other washoku dishes.
The highlights of this experience have received positive reviews for providing an informative and enjoyable exploration of Japanese seafood cuisine.
Meeting Point
Located at Tsukiji Honganji Temple, the meeting point for the tour is where you will gather before embarking on their exploration of Japanese seafood cuisine.
This historic temple, known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere, provides the perfect starting point for the tour. As participants gather, they will have the opportunity to admire the temple’s intricate details and soak in the peaceful ambiance.
Once the group is assembled, the knowledgeable guide will lead them on a journey through the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, sharing fascinating insights about the local food and customs along the way.
After the market tour, the group will make their way to the Kokusai Building, a modern cooking studio where the sushi class will take place. Here, you will learn the art of preparing traditional-style washoku food items, including rolled sushi and egg omelettes.
The combination of the historic temple and the contemporary cooking studio sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Activities
you will engage in various activities during the tour, including browsing and sampling in the shopping and tasting areas, learning to prepare traditional-style washoku food items, and enjoying a delicious lunch with optional wine, plum sake, or soft drinks.
The tour provides an opportunity to learn the best sushi making tips from experienced chefs, ensuring that participants can recreate this iconic Japanese dish at home. In addition, you will have the chance to taste local seafood delicacies, such as dried crabs, and learn about the traditional Japanese food culture.
The cooking class will offer clear step-by-step instructions in English, making it accessible to all participants. Whether it’s rolling sushi or making an egg omelette, the activities offer a hands-on experience that is both educational and enjoyable.
With the combination of market exploration, cooking instruction, and culinary indulgence, participants are guaranteed a memorable and immersive experience in Tokyo’s vibrant food scene.
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Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy for this experience allows for a full refund if the cancellation is made at least 24 hours in advance. This provides flexibility for travelers who may need to change their plans or have unexpected circumstances arise. It gives peace of mind knowing that if something comes up, they can still receive their money back.
Along With the refund policy, there are also alternative activities that travelers can consider if they need to cancel their tour. They can explore the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market on their own, visit other nearby attractions such as the Tsukiji Honganji Temple or the Kabuki-za Theater, or take the opportunity to try different culinary experiences in Tokyo. This ensures that even if the tour is canceled, travelers can still make the most of their time in the city and have a memorable experience.
The Sum Up
To sum it up, the Tokyo Tsukiji Outer Market Walking Tour and Rolled Sushi Class is a must-try experience for travelers seeking to enjoy Japanese seafood cuisine and culture.
With its English-speaking guide, participants have the opportunity to explore the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, learn to prepare traditional-style washoku dishes, and indulge in a delicious lunch with a choice of beverages.
Although not including the inner wholesale fish market, the tour has received glowing reviews from past participants and offers a fun and informative experience for anyone interested in Japanese cuisine.
