Tag Archives: Tsukiji

Photo Story: Tsukiji Market, Tokyo (Urban Travel Blog)

Posted on 2013-02-08 by tikichris

With 23,000 square metres chocked full of wholesalers peddling more than 400 species of edible marine life, Tsukiji is not only the busiest market in Tokyo but the biggest fish and seafood market in the world. Sightseers are certainly welcome, but catering to tourism seems to be the last concern for folks working here. Don’t wear your favourite open-toed shoes. And, unless your Japanese language skills are impeccable, strongly consider going with a guide. Continue reading →

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Best of 2012 (OneTravel)

Posted on 2012-12-30 by tikichris

Discovering more of London’s hidden gems, jetting off to Parma to partake in the local dining scene, winding my way through the weird and wonderful world of Japan’s largest fish market: 2012 was an awesome year to be a OneTravel … Continue reading →

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Tokyo’s Tsukiji: The World’s Largest Fish and Seafood Market (OneTravel)

Posted on 2012-11-13 by tikichris

With 23,000 square metres chocked full of wholesalers peddling more than 400 species of edible marine life, Tsukiji is not only the busiest market in Tokyo but the biggest fish and seafood market in the world. From fresh-off-the-boat tuna to freshly made … Continue reading →

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Visiting and Staying in Tokyo’s Shiny Shiodome (OneTravel)

Posted on 2012-11-10 by tikichris

Set on the edge of Tokyo Bay and located near the narrow noodle-shopped lanes of Shinbashi, fashionable and upscale Ginza, ancient and green Hamarikyu Gardens and the super bustling Tsukiji fish market, the central Tokyo neighborhood of Shiodome provides an … Continue reading →

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Japanese #SoupSearch Day Two: Exploring Tokyo

Posted on 2012-10-31 by tikichris

I spent last week exploring Japan in search of the next great flavour for Ainsley Harriott’s World Kitchen range of soups. I had so much fun! Japan has been one of my dream destinations ever since I was a little … Continue reading →

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