Tsukiji Fish Market Tours and Tickets

Tsukiji Fish Market is one of Tokyo’s most visited attractions, and it’s famous for one thing—fish! Although the Inner Market and tuna auction moved to Toyosu Fish Market in 2020, you can still visit the Outer Market, home to some of the city’s most renowned fish and seafood restaurants to sample local food.

Tsukiji Fish Market is located in the Tsukiji district of central Tokyo, near the shopping district of Ginza and the nightlife district of Shimbashi. The closest subway stations are Tsukiji Shijo Station (Oedo Line) and Tsukiji Station (Hibiya Line), both a quick five-minute walk from the market.

Yes, Tsukiji Fish Market is still open. However, Tsukiji’s Inner Market, with its wholesale fish market and famous tuna auction, has now relocated to Toyosu Fish Market. You can still browse the Outer Market with its many stalls and enjoy delicious fresh fish and seafood at the many restaurants.

Tsukiji Fish Market doesn’t have official opening hours, but on a typical day most shops and stalls open early—about 5am—and close by 2pm. The morning is the liveliest time to visit, with the biggest crowds typically arriving between 10am and 2pm, while a few tourist-orientated shops and restaurants stay open until 6pm.

The Outer Market sprawls over several blocks, but the busiest streets are Tsukiji Nishi-dōri and Tsukiji Naka-dōri, which are crammed with small shops, stalls, and restaurants. While exploring the market, you can buy everything from fresh fish, seafood, and ready-to-eat sashimi to traditional cooking utensils. Finally, don’t miss the Namiyoke-jinja Shrine near the market.

Yes, in fact, the entire Tsukiji Fish Market is renowned for its top-notch sushi restaurants, many of which are long-established local favorites. Popular spots for fresh sushi include the two Shutoku restaurants, Koromo Sushi, Sushi Dai, and Sushi Sei Honten, while trendy newcomer Ryoheisushi offers a pricier option.