Although Tsukiji Fish Market relocated to Toyosu in Fall 2018, the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market stayed open and is doing business as before. Many of the famous shops and popular restaurants of Tsukiji are still there. The Outer Fish Market’s main attraction, needless to say, is a variety of fresh seafood dishes. There are around 30 shops dedicated to the sale of sushi. You can try a wide variety of dishes, including top-ranked seafood bowls, recipes with whale, eel, stewed beef or pork offal, tempura bowls, ramen, Chinese food, Italian dishes, and more. Don’t miss trying something among the vast and unique offerings!

Founded in 1617, Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple is a Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple of the Nishi Hongan-ji sect. The Nishi Hongan-ji main temple is located in Kyoto. The eye-catching exterior of the Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple’s main hall was modeled after the ancient Indian Buddhist style. This includes stained glass and animal carvings, which gives a distinctly Asian feel reminiscent of the temple’s Buddhist roots. Toward the back of the main hall is a pipe organ, which is rare to find in Buddhist temples. The main hall, outer walls, and gate pillars are made of Otani stones, which are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan.

Work to reclaim the coast area of Edo (modern-day Tokyo) started upon the establishment of the Edo Shogunate. It was plagued with setbacks and the sacred body of Inari (a Shinto deity) was found in the sea during construction. After the people enshrined Inari’s sacred body in this shrine, the reclamation project miraculously progressed. Because of its history, this shrine is believed to help with disaster prevention, exorcisms, business prosperity, and construction safety. The Lion Hall, named such because it houses a giant wooden statue of a lion, is particularly popular and is visited by many.

The historical Hama-rikyu Gardens were originally built to serve as a beach villa for the feudal lords of the Tokugawa Shogunate. One draw of the park is the “Shio-iri Pond”, which is the only garden seawater pond built in the Edo Period that still remains in Tokyo. The pond’s water level changes with the tides of Tokyo Bay. The gardens are also home to a 300 year old Japanese black pine tree. It is one of the largest black pines in Tokyo. Another highlight is a tea house built on a small island in the center of the pond. This tea house often appears to be floating on the pond. You can enjoy the stark contrast between skyscrapers and rich nature that only a park in the city center can offer.

Opened in 2017, GINZA SIX is the largest commercial facility in the Ginza area and is among Tokyo’s top trendsetting icons. It spans nine floors and houses approximately 240 diverse shops, which include fashion, food, cosmetics, miscellaneous goods, and more. The building features traditional Japanese architectural design, hisashi eaves, and noren (doorway curtains). Displayed throughout GINZA SIX are works of art by contemporary artists, which makes for a pleasant stroll through the building.

A landmark department store in the Ginza area, opened in 1930. It offers an extensive selection of goods, from high-end brands to casual fashion, as well as gourmet foods. The basement food floor, "Ginza Food Garden," is especially ideal for finding Ginza's signature souvenirs.