Taste Tokyo with Romy – An Insider’s Walk in Tsukiji Market
Joined 2024
Tsukiji Food Tour – Guided by a Trusted Local
Explore Tsukiji with a guide who knows it from the inside.
I’ll introduce you to trusted vendors—many of them my friends.
Enjoy carefully selected tastings that reflect true Japanese flavor.
If you'd like to try premium items like uni or top-grade tuna, I can guide you to the best places for optional purchases.
With years of experience, I’ll lead you through busy alleys with ease, sharing not just food—but the spirit of Tsukiji itself.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Tsukiji Station Exit 1
- Tsukiji Station Exit 1
【Tsukiji Fish Market】 – The Kitchen of Tokyo – Savor fresh local flavors, meet welcoming vendors, and discover the cultural soul of Tokyo.
Tsukiji Food Tour – Discover Tokyo’s Flavor and Heart
Step into Tsukiji, Tokyo’s vibrant kitchen, where flavors, stories, and people come alive.
Since 1935, this market has been a beloved destination for chefs and locals, offering fresh seafood, artisan snacks, tea, and tools in over 400 bustling stalls.
With me as your guide—someone with deep roots in Tsukiji—you’ll meet friendly vendors, many of whom I know personally.
You’ll experience the market like a local, discovering places and tastes most tourists miss.
Enjoy carefully selected items such as tamagoyaki, handmade fish cakes, Wagyu sushi, sashimi, wasabi snacks, and refreshing tea.
Each bite is chosen for its flavor and story.
This is more than a food tour—it’s a cultural journey.
You’ll learn about Tokyo’s culinary history, the role of Tsukiji today, and how tradition lives on through food.
Included Tastings:
・Groups of 2–3: ¥2,000 worth of selected foods
・Groups of 4+: ¥3,000 worth of selected foods
(Menu may vary based on season and availability.)
Please note that the tasting items may vary within the set budget, depending on the day and seasonal availability.
If you’re curious about premium items beyond the included range, I’d be happy to guide you to the very best spots to explore and enjoy them on your own terms.
Come curious. Leave inspired. Be our guest.
【Namiyoke Shrine】 (Wave Protection Shrine) Step into Tokyo’s spiritual roots. Discover the unique role of this guardian shrine and learn the key differences between Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples.
Learn about the history and spirit of Tsukiji and Tokyo through a visit to Namiyoke Shrine—the spiritual guardian of the market.
Discover the cultural contrasts between Buddhism and Shintoism, and explore how they shape daily life in Japan.
At the shrine, you’ll encounter the impressive lion head monument, a symbol of protection and strength.
You’ll also see photos capturing the vibrant energy of the annual Tsukiji Festival, held each June, offering a rare glimpse into the deep bond between the community and this sacred place.
【Tsukiji Uogashi】 – Savor Market Freshness Chosen by Tokyo’s Top Chefs
Explore Tsukiji Uogashi – Tokyo’s Cleanest Fish Market for Professionals
Spend an hour discovering Tsukiji Uogashi, a modern wholesale market open exclusively to chefs and restaurant buyers from 5:00 to 9:00 AM.
Known as one of the cleanest fish markets in the world, it offers professional-grade seafood at surprisingly reasonable prices. You can purchase fresh items and enjoy them on the spot at nearby dining areas.
Awaken your senses with an array of seafood—from massive tuna and vibrant octopus to delicacies from across Japan’s coastal waters.
If you're lucky, you may witness a dramatic cutting of a giant bluefin tuna and see the legendary 140cm-long tuna knives—gleaming like sharp, elegant samurai swords.
To finish, we’ll head to the rooftop terrace for a sweeping view of Tsukiji town and Tokyo Bay.
Let’s capture the moment with a commemorative photo and a small souvenir to take home—a little reminder of your journey into Tokyo’s culinary heart.
Plat Tsukiji Tourist Information Center or at a pre-arranged place
Tour ends at Plat Tsukiji Tourist Information Center or at a pre-arranged place.
Ending Point
Plat Tsukiji Tourist Information Center or at a pre-arranged place.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
・Includes ¥2,000 worth of hand-selected local foods (for groups of 1–3 guests):
・Deep-fried fish cake, Japanese omelette, Wagyu beef sushi, tuna sashimi, wasabi snack, and green tea.
・Includes ¥3,000 worth of hand-selected local foods (for groups of 4 or more):
Deep-fried fish cake, Japanese omelette, Wagyu beef sushi, tuna nigiri, sake, wasabi snack, and green tea.
・Private walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide.
・3.5-hour tour exploring both must-see highlights and hidden local gems.
・Additional food and beverages beyond the included tastings
・Hotel meet-up (available upon request for central Tokyo locations, If you're interested, feel free to inquire in advance.）
・Lunch
Tour Important Information
・Please inform us in advance if you have any allergies.
・Please note that the tour cannot be extended in case of late arrival.
・We regret that we cannot accommodate vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, or allergy-specific meal requests.
Important message from the supplier
・Let me take you on a truly unique “omakase” tour, where each moment brings delightful and thoughtful surprises. Please feel free to contact me with any requests.
・I’d be happy to arrange airport pick-up at Narita or Haneda. Kindly note that transportation costs to the airport will be charged separately.
・For tours to Hakone, Kamakura, Nikko, Yokohama, or Narita, I kindly ask that transportation fees be covered by the guest.
・If you’re hoping to explore destinations like Mt. Fuji, the Snow Monkey Park, or Tokyo Disneyland, I’d be delighted to guide you. Just let me know, and we’ll create the perfect plan together.
・Je peux vous guider en français, bien que quelques éléments puissent être expliqués en anglais si nécessaire.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Hiromi N.
Dear Guests,
My name is Hiromi. I’m a nationally certified guide based in Tokyo, with a background in both the Imperial Household Agency and international business.
Raised near the Imperial Palace, I grew up in an environment that cherished tradition, fine art, and music — values that continue to guide my life and work.
I create tours that are calm, refined, and culturally enriching. With a deep respect for your time and curiosity, I aim to offer not just information, but meaningful encounters with Japan’s spirit — its beauty, its rituals, its quiet grace.
I speak English and French, and have guided guests through Tokyo, Kyoto, Kanazawa, and beyond. My tours are carefully tailored to your pace and interests, with warmth, precision, and an eye for beauty.
If you’re seeking a guide who is trustworthy, thoughtful, and attuned to both intellect and artistic sensibility, I would be truly honored to walk with you.
Warm regards,
Hiromi
Reviews
Eric M.
“Amazing day with Hiromi”
We had a wonderful day with Hiromi. We were a group of six Canadians visiting Tokyo, and Hiromi was truly exceptional. She shared with us a wealth of historical and cultural insights, while making sure we visited as many sites as possible. Her outstanding professionalism made our experience even more memorable. On top of that, Hiromi speaks excellent English and French, which made communication easy and enjoyable throughout the day.
Hiromi N.
Dear Eric sama, Thank you very much for choosing me and Japan. It was truly my immense pleasure to guide successful business leaders from Quebec. Thank you for supporting Japanese businesses through your work as well. Quebec, with its unique blend of French and English cultures, is one of my favorite regions. It was truly a pleasure meeting with you. I hope to see you again! Sincerely, Your private samurai.
Amalia B.
“Excellent service”
Excellent service for my clients. They will reccommend her to their friends
Hiromi N.
Thank you for the opportunity to guide your clients. It was an immense pleasure for me. Looking forward to working with you again soon!
Enrico P.
“Eccellente guida per scoprire Tokyo”
Romy è stata un’eccellenza guida per una fantastica giornata in famiglia attraverso Tokyo. E’ colta, simpatica, gentile e premurosa alle esigenze di tutti, per tutte le età. Il suo italiano è più che sufficiente per rendere il racconto interessante e piacevole. Davvero super consigliata.
Hiromi N.
Enrico sama Grazie mille per aver scelto me e il Giappone. È stato un piacere guidare la vostra adorabile famiglia. Mi è piaciuto molto parlare con i vostri ragazzi. Sono semplicemente adorabili. Auguro a tutti i membri della vostra famiglia che tutti i sogni si avverino. Grazie ancora. Romy
$307/ per group
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