Koto City in 1 Day for Friends - Watch the early-morning tuna auction at Toyosu Market
In Collaboration with MACHI TOUR JAPAN. Updated on February 17, 2026.
Private, English-speaking guided morning tour of Tokyo’s Toyosu Market (tuna auction viewing and market briefing) followed by a guided visit to Tsukiji Outer Market to sample street food and shop for kitchen tools and ingredients.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with MACHI TOUR JAPAN, inspired by the tour Private: Morning Market Adventure, Toyosu & Tsukiji with Tuna Auction. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Watch the early-morning tuna auction at Toyosu Market
- Learn how Tokyo’s wholesale market operates from a local professional guide
- Explore Tsukiji Outer Market’s food stalls and specialist kitchenware shops
Itinerary
Day 1
Early-morning private market tour: Toyosu first (tuna auction & market briefing), then transfer to Tsukiji Outer Market for street food and shopping.
Toyosu Market – tuna auction viewing & market briefing
Guided visit to Toyosu Market to observe the tuna auction area (viewing from visitor area/observation gallery) and an explanation of market logistics, seasonal seafood, and recommended shops for knives and specialty ingredients.
Tips from local experts:
- Dress in layers and wear non-slip shoes — the market is cool and can be damp early in the morning.
- Carry small cash (coins and bills) for quick purchases at market stalls and for vending machines.
- Follow your guide’s instructions in restricted zones; flash photography and entering working areas may be limited.
Transfer from Toyosu to Tsukiji (public transport or taxi)
Guided transfer window between markets. The tour excludes the transport fare; expect a short public transit or taxi ride. Your guide will advise on the quickest route based on conditions.
Tips from local experts:
- Keep small change handy for a short taxi or train fare; stations may have ticket machines requiring exact change or IC card.
- Allow extra time for walking within Toyosu Market terminals to the nearest station/stop — follow your guide.
- If carrying purchases, consolidate them in a single bag so transfers are quicker and hands-free.
Tsukiji Outer Market – street food, sushi stalls & kitchenware shops
Guided walk through Tsukiji Outer Market to taste small plates, learn about ingredients (matcha, katsuobushi) and visit shops selling knives and kitchen tools. Opportunity to eat sushi at a recommended stall if the group chooses (meal cost not included).
Tips from local experts:
- Come hungry but plan to share plates — many stalls serve small portions ideal for sampling.
- Bring a lightweight reusable bag for purchases of tea, dried fish flakes, or small kitchen tools.
- Most market shops and stalls operate only in the morning and often close by early afternoon — prioritize purchases early in this visit.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 3 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Friends |
| Transfers | 1 |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 2 |
| Total Places | 2 |
| Activities Types | Attraction, Transfer, Neighborhood |
