Dive into the fascinating Japanese old fish market, let's eat seafood whatever you want! From insatiable tuna to amazing sea urchin eggs, all of them are super fresh that bring you to a new world.
There are over 600 stores so you will really get wonder, which you should go. I will show you which restaurant and shops are the must visit one for you!
Tukiji-station
- Tsukiji station has many exits, so we shall meet at Tsukiji-honganji-temple.
Tsukiji has supported Tokyo's food industry for more than 80 years. The Tsukiji Outside Market (Jogai) is lined with more than 400 specialty stores, offering a wide variety of fresh seasonal ingredients and authentic cooking utensils.
A long-standing restaurant, Marutake was established in the late Taisho Period (1912-1926) and has been devoted exclusively to omelette-yaki (fried eggs). Marutake is also well known as the family home of the director, Terry Ito. The fresh eggs, which are carefully selected from chicken feed, are baked in a secret broth to create an exquisite taste. In addition, you can enjoy them freshly baked hot at Tsukiji. Yakitama” is baked right in front of your eyes by an artisan. The sweet aroma that rises in the air is very exciting. At only 100 yen per piece, it is a great way to try the taste of a long-established restaurant.
Many people want to enjoy seafood when they come to the market. Saito Suisan” offers a variety of fresh seasonal fish carefully selected by connoisseurs.
Fresh sashimi and fresh sea urchins are available at ......, but the most popular item is the stunningly large raw oysters. Oyster lovers will find them irresistible.
Sometimes you can find oysters as big as the palm of your hand! Their tender texture and strong sweetness are a rich and luxurious taste.
The “season” of ingredients is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Our commitment to purchasing the best seasonal ingredients from the most delicious production areas is the result of our more than 50 years of experience and tradition. The lively atmosphere in the restaurant is also heartwarming.
Tuna is the most famous food in Tsukiji. Tuna Restaurant Kurogin is one of the most popular restaurants outside the busy shopping area, where you can find people waiting in line. The fresh tuna landed at various locations is processed on the spot.
The atmosphere of the restaurant, combined with its yatai-style atmosphere, creates an exceptional sense of realism. The sight of the fatty and lustrous tuna will make your heart pound. Choose your favorite style of tuna, such as sashimi or a bowl of rice, and place your order.
As a restaurant specializing in tuna, it is also attractive to be able to compare different parts of the fish. On this day, we had kamatoro, otoro, and chutoro as sushi. The freshness of the tuna goes without saying, and the thickness of the meat was extravagant.
The “tuna feeling” melts in your mouth, and it is truly a taste of bliss. The popular menu sometimes sells out before noon, so be sure to visit early.
Ajino Hamato has been producing fish saikyo pickles and fish paste for more than 80 years. At the main store in Tsukiji, you can enjoy a wide variety of skewered and fried fish cakes in one hand.
The showcase is lined with a menu that makes abundant use of seafood. It is like fast food with a Tsukiji flavor. The taste of the food is of course certified by this long-established restaurant that knows all about fish dishes.
Among them, the “Tuna Mentshi” is a must-try. The delicious fat that melts at body temperature is perfect for deep frying!
The large size, prepared with plenty of tuna and onions, is a satisfying meal. The light and smooth texture makes it easy to eat.
Want to eat meat as well as seafood? Suga Shoten is the perfect place to go when you are in the mood for dim sum and dim sum.
The menu includes petit steamed meat buns that are perfect for filling up a small stomach, as well as shao mai made with fresh ingredients such as chicken, Kurobuta pork, and scallops. There is an anecdote that rakugo storyteller Dan Haru Tachikawa trained at the restaurant when he was a member of the front of the troupe.
Daisen chicken from Tottori is used for the chicken shumai, and Abel Kurobuta pork from Kagoshima is used for the Kurobuta shumai. All ingredients are purchased daily from Tsukiji, making it a “pure Tsukiji gourmet” dish.
The shao mai, which is steamed with a lot of time and effort, is packed with meat and full of juices. The crunchy cartilage accents are a delight, and the bite-size portion is very satisfying.
For the best tasting sweet potato sweets, this is “High-grade sweet potato confectionery SHIMIZU”!
The word “sweetpotato” is a landmark of “High-grade sweetpotato confectionery SHIMIZU”. You can enjoy sweet potato parfait, sweet potato pudding, and sweet potatoes with a choice of four varieties at ....... The sweet potato parfait, sweet potato pudding, and sweet potatoes with a choice of four varieties are available at . The ripe sweet potatoes from Kagoshima are shipped directly from the production area and baked once to maximize the sugar content.
To experience the charm of sweet potatoes in the most direct way, try the “Yaki-imo Brulee. The rich and dense baked sweet potato is caramelized with a generous amount of warm sugar. The accompanying vanilla ice cream melts little by little and enhances the deep sweetness.
The calm storefront is perfect for taking a breather. The shop is open until 8:00 p.m., a late hour in Tsukiji, which is also a nice feature.
MATCHA STAND MARUNI, which opened in 2018, is a stand-type cafe where you can casually enjoy matcha tea. Once you step into the stylish store with its tiled counter, the aroma of tea will calm your mind.
The aroma of the tea is very pleasant, and the tea is carefully brewed one by one upon order. Freshly brewed matcha is combined with plenty of milk to make a matcha latte or matcha cappuccino.
The store's recommendation is the iced matcha latte. The richness and flavor of the tea can be felt even more strongly in an iced latte, which is a must-try even in the cold season.
Don't miss the moment when the matcha is poured into the milk, and how beautifully it melds with the milk. How about a soothing and relaxing time in the warm atmosphere of the store?
Tukiji-station
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