Tsukiji fish market is best known for its huge tuna and their resultant carcasses, but arguably just as interesting are the old, rather ramshackle shops and stalls that surround it. A good number of which appear to be run by several generations of the same family, meaning some of those working there have more than earned the odd break.
Charlie Hayward says
Fantastic! I was never able to see Tsukiji during my tenure in Japan. I understand it’s going to be moving to a new location pretty soon, so I can hopefully catch it then. Too bad to miss out on the history though!
Do you have a favorite nosh or little delicacy you’ve eaten at the market?
Lee says
Yeah, it’s moving. It’ll be a very different place when it does as well. Presumably all the little shops and stalls nearby (where this was taken) will go too. A real shame.
I don’t have any particular favourite. To be honest I usually don’t bother as it’s almost always very busy. And as Hans says below, it’s not exactly cheap.
Charlie Hayward says
Oh, I see. Some of the shops are supposedly staying behind, but the market itself is heading off.
Too bad about the price! I guess that’s what happens when you’re a famed source of quality material.
Lee says
I wondered about the fate of the shops. But hard to see how those that stay will succeed without the others, and the market.
Yeah, a very popular tourist spot too, both for domestic and foreign visitors.
Hans ter Horst says
Haha, she really is throwing you that ‘giro-‘ look! 🙂 I do love this area myself, more so than the actual fish market, and a sushi breakfast there is really a treat although way more expensive than the ramshackle shops and restaurants would suggest.
Lee says
Yeah! Just after this shot we made eye contact and she gave me a big smile which I also captured. I preferred the expression above though.
Likewise. The shops and stalls area is by far my favourite. Like you say though, despite its location and appearance, it’s a bit on the pricey side.