Tsukiji Outer Market
Tokyo · Food & Dining
90–180 min
🚶 1 1 min walk from Tsukiji Station (Hibiya Line)
¥¥
Insider Tip
Arrive by 7am for the best selection. Many popular stalls sell out by 10am. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday are the quietest days.
JEMS Tip
We map the must-visit stalls and create a tasting route that avoids the tourist-trap shops. Our guide includes the best tamagoyaki maker, the freshest uni stand, and the hidden sushi counter that locals queue for.
About
While the inner wholesale market moved to Toyosu, the Tsukiji Outer Market remains a vibrant food destination with over 400 shops and stalls selling the freshest sushi, tamagoyaki, wagyu skewers, and seasonal specialties.
Crowd Avoidance
Visit for an early lunch (11am) or late lunch (2-3pm) to avoid peak dining crowds. Weekdays have shorter waits.
Getting There
Tsukiji Station (Hibiya Line) — exit 1, 1-minute walk. Also Tsukijishijo Station (Oedo Line).
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