Tsukuji Fish Market

A slower start this morning. Breakfast at the hotel before we were back on the metro, headed for Tsukuji fish market. This is no longer the main fish market in Tokyo, with a new venue being built recently to house the famous tuna auctions, but walking around this market was fascinating.

Everything from knives and octopus to giant crabs and sweet treats could be found here. There were lots of stalls selling grilled Wagyu on skewers, and other meats as well. One of the biggest surprises was the price for sea urchin roe, with a small bowl (130g) costing around 200NZD. Most people in NZ consider these a pest!Leia mais