Image of A Stroll from Enjoying a Food Tour in Tsukiji, Across the Sumida River, to Tsukishima.

A Stroll from Enjoying a Food Tour in Tsukiji, Across the Sumida River, to Tsukishima.

Our journey begins at Tokyo’s Tsukiji Outer Market. The nearest stations are Tsukiji Station (H11) on the Hibiya Line or Tsukiji Shijo Station (E18) on the Oedo Line.

Although the main fish market has moved to Toyosu, the Tsukiji Outer Market remains, offering a variety of delicious options.

We start our stroll with lunch in Tsukiji. After enjoying your meal, take a leisurely walk along the Sumida River, ultimately aiming for Tsukishima.

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TSUKIJI UOGASHI
A ward facility was constructed on the occasion of the relocation to Toyosu, with fish market stores lining the first floor and a food court on the third floor. You can savor Western-style cuisine and soft ice cream (Milko Soft), both popular favorites from the Tsukiji Market. The food court may have the ambiance of a university cafeteria, but it …
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After exploring Tsukiji Outer Market, cross Harumi Street to reach the next spot. It’s almost directly in front, so it takes about 3 minutes.
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TSUKIJI HONGWANJI
This is the temple that gave rise to the place name “Tsukiji.” It was constructed by reclaiming land that was once the sea. Unlike ordinary temples, this one is a magnificent building in a foreign style. Within the premises, there is also the “Tsukiji Hongan-ji Cafe Tsumugi.”
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After relaxing in the main hall or at a cafe, the next spot is about 5 minutes away. Along the way, you’ll pass through Tsukiji River Park.
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TSUKIJI ORIMINE
A committed bakery that does not use preservatives or yeast food. Whatever you choose, it is truly delicious. The signature menu item is a cream bun shaped like a bear. True to the Tsukiji style, there are also products made with seafood. Although unrelated to this bakery, the Italian restaurant next door, “Tsukiji Tutto Bene,” is also highly recommended.
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After picking up some bread suitable for a walking snack, the next spot is about 5 minutes away. You can enjoy a leisurely time while taking in the views of the Sumida River.
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ST LUKES GARDEN TOWER
The Twin Towers are easily recognizable from a distance. “Freshness Burger” and a convenience store are located in the building, so you can buy a drink and rehydrate yourself. Walking through the inside and around the back of the building, you can walk along the Sumida River. Crossing the Tsukuda Bridge, which can be seen from there, will take you …
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After relaxing while gazing at the Sumida River from behind the building, aim for the island on the opposite bank. First, cross the Tsukuda Ohashi Bridge located to the left when facing the river. The next spot is about 10 minutes away.
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TSUKUDANI TENYASU
This tsukudani store has been in business for nearly 200 years. Tsukudani, which you don’t often buy for yourself, tastes better when you buy it at a long-established shop like this. The history of Tsukudajima is also interesting, so please check it out.
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The next spot is only about 2 minutes away, but this area is historically interesting, so let’s take a stroll around. You’ll also find Sumiyoshi Shrine here.
Image of TSUKUDAKOBASHI BRIDGE
TSUKUDAKOBASHI BRIDGE
The red bridge is often chosen as the scenery of Tsukuda-jima and Tsukishima. It is also an interesting contrast to the high-rise condominiums on Tsukuda Island. There are Sumiyoshi Shrine and Tsukuda Tendai Jizoson nearby, so please visit them. The Tsukuda Tendai Jizoson in particular is located in a mysterious place, so it is fun to look for it.
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The next spot is about 5 minutes away. Entering the straight road of Tsukishima Monja Street is truly exciting.
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KYUEI MELON PAN
Monja is the most popular type of food in Tsukishima, but the melon bread at this store is also delicious and highly recommended. You can even hear an original melonpan song(?) played in the store.
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The goal for this journey is a melon bread shop located in Tsukishima’s shopping street, “Tsukishima Monja Street.”

Like Tsukiji, Tsukishima is also a food haven. In addition to monja and okonomiyaki, there are various other shops gathered here. Even if you’re too full to eat anymore that day, take your time to look around and make plans for your next visit.

The nearest station is Tsukishima Station (Yurakucho Line Y21 / Oedo Line E16).

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