Tsukiji Outer Market
Historic market packed with fresh seafood, tamagoyaki and sushi stalls.
- Category
- Market
- Duration
- 1.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Early morning
Tip: Most stalls close by early afternoon, so go early.
Show on mapFood & Drink – Tokyo
Tokyo has more Michelin stars than any city, yet many of its best flavours hide in tiny counters and markets. Come hungry for sushi, ramen and street food.
Local dishes
- Sushi – Sliced raw fish over vinegared rice.
- Tempura – Seafood and vegetables fried in a light batter.
- Edomae unagi – Grilled eel glazed with sweet soy sauce, served over rice.
Must-try
- Tonkotsu ramen – Ramen in a rich pork-bone broth.
- Omakase sushi – A chef's-choice sushi course eaten at the counter.
- Wagyu yakiniku – Marbled beef slices grilled over charcoal at your table.
Street food spots
- Takoyaki – Hot batter balls with a piece of octopus inside.
- Taiyaki – A fish-shaped waffle filled with red bean or custard.
- Yakitori – Charcoal-grilled chicken skewers, salted or with tare sauce.
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Places
Omoide Yokocho
A narrow, smoky alley beside Shinjuku Station full of yakitori and drinks.
- Category
- Bar
- Duration
- 1.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Evening
Tip: Spots are tiny, and ordering at least one drink is expected.
Show on mapToyosu Market
Watch the tuna auction from the viewing deck and have a sushi breakfast.
- Category
- Market
- Duration
- 2 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Early morning
Tip: The market closes on some Wednesdays and Sundays; check the calendar.
Show on mapTakeshita Street Crepes
Harajuku's colourful street is the home of Japanese-style filled crepes.
- Category
- Dessert
- Duration
- 40 min
- Price
- $
- Best time
- Weekday afternoons
Tip: It is very crowded on weekends, so choose a weekday.
Show on mapAmeya-Yokocho (Ameyoko)
A lively Ueno market with seafood, dried goods and snack stalls.
- Category
- Street food
- Duration
- 1.3 h
- Price
- $
- Best time
- Afternoon
Tip: Try the kebabs and fruit sticks as you stroll.
Show on mapIchiran Shibuya
A tonkotsu ramen chain served in solo booths.
- Category
- Restaurant
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price
- $
- Best time
- After the lunch rush
Tip: Buy a ticket at the machine and mark your preferences on the paper form.
Show on mapTsukishima Monja Street
A street of restaurants where you cook monjayaki on your own griddle.
- Category
- Restaurant
- Duration
- 1.3 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Evening
Tip: Ask staff to show you how to cook the first one.
Show on mapCafé de l'Ambre
A Ginza kissaten serving coffee from aged beans since 1948.
- Category
- Café
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Weekday mornings
Tip: The space is small; come alone and try the slow-dripped coffee.
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