Demolition Date of Tsukiji Market Confirmed: Five Must-Try Restaurants You Should Visit ASAP

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department

Known as the Kitchen of Japan, Tsukiji Market is one of the must-visit famous attractions for tourists coming to Tokyo. Here, you can enjoy affordable and fresh cuisine while also watching the market's famous auctions. With a history of over 80 years, the buildings have aged and there have been frequent fires in recent years. As a result, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced the day before yesterday that the relocation of Tsukiji Market will be completed between September and October 2018. Below are five popular must-eat restaurants at Tsukiji Market — visitors should seize the opportunity to pay them a visit.

1. Sushi Dai
At Tsukiji’s most famous Sushi Dai, waiting in line for at least 1–3 hours is common. Aside from the fresh and delicious food, the service is also excellent. Although the wait is tiring, the delicious meal you finally get is sure to soothe your body and soul.
 
Address: 6th Building, Tsukiji Market, 5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Business Hours: 05:00 – 14:00

2. Yoshino Yakitori (Tonkatsu)
If you’re not into raw fish, Yoshino’s tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) is your best bet. Located between Yamato Sushi and Sushi Dai, its most famous offering is its fried dishes. Not only is the tonkatsu delicious, but the fresh fried seafood is also mouthwatering. There is a wide variety of seafood combinations, and choices are abundant. Especially recommended is the store’s signature “Stamina Set” (炸物叉烧荷包蛋定食), available only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, along with a fresh seafood set: チャ0?撺灏?ē氓岸ㄊ常??圆换崛萌撕蠡冢〖br />  
Address: 2nd Building, Tsukiji Outer Market, 5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Business Hours: 05:00 – 13:00
 
3. Segawa
Segawa is a small stall that specializes solely in tuna rice bowls and is the original pioneer of tuna donburi at Tsukiji. Fresh tuna is lightly marinated with a secret sauce, then served in generous portions atop carefully selected white rice, topped with seaweed, wasabi, grated ginger, and soy sauce for sashimi. Quantities are limited daily, so go early if you want to try it.
 
Address: 4-9-12 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Phone: +81-(0)3-3542-8878
Hours: 07:30 - 12:30 (sells out and closes when stock is gone)

4. Daiwa
Tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet) is a classic Japanese dish, and Daiwa is a popular long-established shop with 80 years of history. In addition to the traditional flavor, this slightly sweet tamagoyaki comes in various options with rich ingredients such as dashi tamagoyaki, scallion tamagoyaki, seaweed tamagoyaki, and crab tamagoyaki. They even offer a seasonal matsutake mushroom tamagoyaki.
 
Address: 4-13-11 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Phone: +81-(0)3-3541-6964
Hours: 4:00–14:00; (until 13:00 on Saturdays)

5. Truffle Tamagoyaki