Join our Local Food Tour of Tsukishima’s Hidden Gems, featuring Monjayaki and Fresh Sashimi!
Monjayaki: Tokyo Local food
Monjayaki is a must-try local dish from Tokyo’s downtown! In Tsukishima, where monjayaki was born, you can enjoy this gooey, savory dish cooked right at your table. The staff will prepare it for you on a hot iron plate, mixing the ingredients with skill and speed.
It’s softer than okonomiyaki and eaten directly from the grill with a small spatula. Delicious, fun, and full of local flavor — a true Tokyo food experience.
You might be surprised by its appearance and texture at first, but this local dish is a must-try!
Find the Best Monjayaki on Monja Street!
Tsukishima is home to “Monja Street,” where you’ll find around 80 monjayaki restaurants.
I live in Tsukishima, so I’ve tried many monjayaki restaurants in the area. Of course, I know all the famous spots like Moheji, Momiji, Monkichi, Sakura, and Kura.
But I’d love to take you to a hidden gem — a place only locals and true food lovers know about. It’s my personal favorite, and for good reason. The seasoning and cooking process are outstanding. They even pay attention to the order in which ingredients are grilled, and I’m always impressed by their level of care and precision.
There are so many great places around here, including some with a wonderfully traditional Japanese atmosphere. I’ll listen to your preferences and take you to the perfect spot for an unforgettable monjayaki experience.
Tsukishima: Tokyo’s Old Fishing Port
Tsukishima is a historic area. While Tsukiji’s fish market is famous, Tsukishima was once the center of Tokyo’s fishing industry. As the reclaimed land of Tokyo Bay expanded, the fish market moved to Tsukiji and Toyosu. That’s why Tsukishima, close to the fishing port, still offers fresh seafood.
The area has many butchers, as it once served the workers of the port. This means Tsukishima is not just about monjayaki but also a foodie paradise with plenty of fishmongers and butcher shops.
However, Tsukishima is not well-known as a tourist spot, which makes it a hidden gem. The restaurants are small and a bit shabby, there are no English menus, and no reservations are possible.
While these places are not listed in guidebooks, the food is amazing, affordable, and loved by locals. We’ll take you to these hidden spots!
A food tour visiting three local restaurants
Start with fresh sashimi, enjoy delicious yakitori, and end with a flavorful monjayaki. It’s also fun to compare its taste and texture with okonomiyaki. After visiting three restaurants, we’ll stop by a popular local bakery and try melon pan, a sweet bun with a cookie-like crust.
As reservations are not accepted, the tour starts at 5 PM, and the small restaurants can accommodate only up to three people. If a restaurant is full, we’ll take you to another one. It’s a true adventure!
A journey that will fill both your stomach and your heart – it’s the ultimate food experience!
Here are the details of this food tour.
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