One of the most popular places to visit while in Tokyo is the Tsukiji Market (or Tsukiji Fish Market). Here, you can experience Tokyo through the incredible food. But, you’re probably wondering what are the best things to eat in Tsukiji Market and what else to do in Tsukiji other than eating?
Worry not!
Here’s a guide for your trip to Tsukiji Market, so read on and you’re good to go.
You don’t have to come into a restaurant to eat, Tsukiji is filled with food you can eat outside as well. Here are some recommendations of street food to eat during your Tsukiji visit!
Sea urchin
Taste this delicacy fresh in Tsukiji. Known in Japanese as uni, it has a complex flavor. It’s creamy, salty, with a hint of natural bitterness. If you’re a fan of seafood, you’ll enjoy this.
Approximate price: ¥500
Tamago (sweet egg omelet)
This is one of the most popular street foods to eat at Tsukiji Market. You’ve probably seen the video of tamago-making somewhere, as it is really popular. Made with a special technique, making it different from the omelet you usually eat. The taste is a little more to the sweet side rather than the savory ones you usually eat. A must-try if you’re at Tsukiji Market.
Approximate price: ¥100
Oysters
I know this one’s not for everyone, but if you are a seafood person, or like oysters, you have to try the oysters in Tsukiji. They are so fresh and some are gigantic. Absolutely try this for some creamy goodness!
Approximate price: *price differs for each size
Blowtorched scallop seafood
This is also another popular street food in Tsukiji. Scallops are blowtorched for it to cook them.
Not only scallop, it is topped with crab claw, sea urchin (uni), and sauce. If you’re visiting during winter, you’ll get to taste this topped with cod sperm, which is a winter delicacy in Japan.
Approximate price: ¥1,000
Corn Fishcake Skewer
You’ll find multiple stalls throughout the market specializing in fishcake. Different shapes and sizes, and with different seasonings. But the most popular one is the corn fishcake skewer. The fishcake is mild and smooth, covered with (very) sweet corn, fried together and becomes a delicious street food.
Tempura
There are many places you can get Tempura (deep fried in batter) in Tokyo, but why don’t you try them fresh in Tsukiji? The fresh seafood is fried when you order so it’s hot and extremely tasty. Try the goodness at Tenfusa Tempura, a small, friendly restaurant at Tsukiji.
15 окт 2024
