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- English
Explore Tsukiji Market with a local market insider, make your own beautiful sushi bento, and enjoy the sushi you made—all in two hours.
Walk through lively market lanes and specialty shops. Discover unfamiliar ingredients and how they’re used in Japanese cooking. Created by a team with more than 100 years of family ties to Tsukiji Market, this experience connects you with the neighborhood’s food traditions and local businesses.
Ask your host about unfamiliar foods and kitchen tools, and get local tips for exploring the market on your own.
Follow clear instructions in English as you make 10 pieces of sushi with fresh ingredients from Tsukiji Market, including tuna and salmon nigiri, inari, and a tuna roll. Use Japanese knives, grate fresh wasabi, and arrange your sushi beautifully in a handcrafted wooden bento box.
Take photos of your finished bento, then enjoy your delicious handmade meal. No cooking experience is needed—beginners, couples, friends, and families are welcome.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting at in front of Sushi restaurant "Sushizanmai Bekkan" (Annex).
Itinerary
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1Tsukiji Fish Market
Explore Tsukiji fish market with a local insider on a guided walking tour through hidden gems, the famous fish market area, and traditional specialty shops rarely discovered by independent travelers. Learn about Tsukiji’s market culture, ingredients, and history while experiencing the authentic atmosphere of Tokyo’s most iconic food destination—the perfect introduction before your sushi making class begins.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Tsukiji Jogai Market
After exploring Tsukiji Market, step into the heart of Japan’s sushi culture and create 10 premium sushi pieces using fresh market ingredients trusted by top chefs. Make tuna, salmon, vegetable sushi, traditional inari sushi, and a tuna roll with hands-on guidance. Then present your handmade meal in an original handcrafted wooden bento box made by Japanese artisans. Use authentic Japanese tools, professional knives, and enjoy rare fresh wasabi. A photogenic and unforgettable highlight of your Japan trip, perfectly located in the heart of Tsukiji Market for more exploring after the tour.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start time. The tour starts promptly and late arrivals may not be able to join. Please allow extra travel time.
- There are several Sushizanmai locations in Tsukiji. Please make sure you go to the Sushizanmai Bekkan building. This tour is independent and not affiliated with the restaurant. Please do not ask restaurant staff about this tour.
- This is a hands-on class where guests eat what they prepare. For food safety reasons, sushi and bento must be consumed on-site and cannot be taken away.
- Please inform us in advance of any allergies or dietary requests (such as vegetarian). We will do our best to accommodate, but same-day requests may not be possible.
- Unfortunately, Kosher requests cannot be accommodated.
- As raw fish is handled during the class, please refrain from joining if you are feeling unwell.
- Extra food and drinks, hotel pickup/drop-off, and transportation to/from the meeting point are not included.
- Some Tsukiji market shops may accept cash only. If you would like to shop during the tour, we recommend bringing small cash or coins.
- Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes, as this experience includes walking through the market area.
- Large suitcases or oversized luggage are not recommended. Please travel light if possible.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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