planning your morning
Who this tour suits, and who should think twice
Ages, mobility, diet and the days the market simply isn't running — what to check before you book.
Reserve the tuna auction tour ↗Quick checks before booking
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 10 years old |
| Wheelchair access | Not suitable |
| Vegetarian / halal / gluten-free | Not accommodated |
| Tour not running | Wednesdays, Sundays, Japanese public holidays |
Ages
Children under 10 aren't able to join — the early start and the pace of the auction floor are built for older visitors.
Mobility
The tour isn't suitable for wheelchair users; the observation decks and market walk involve stairs and standing for extended periods.
Dietary needs
The operator can't accommodate vegetarian, halal or gluten-free requests on this particular tour, including at the breakfast stop.
Early starts and flights
Because it begins before 5 a.m. and wraps up within a couple of hours, the tour is suitable even if you have a same-day flight out of Tokyo later.
Checking the calendar
The tour doesn't run on Wednesdays, Sundays or Japanese public holidays, so rule those dates out before you pick a morning.
Dressing for it
Whatever the season outside, the auction halls are kept cold — dress as you would for a chilly morning, in layers.