We arrived at 7:30 AM, but it was already overflowing with tourists. Everyone was probably looking for breakfast.
The Tsukiji Outer Market has many shops that open early for market workers and is also very popular with tourists.
First, I debated whether to grab some ramen or a bowl of grilled offal to fill my stomach.
The delicious aroma and appealing appearance are truly captivating.
Morning ramen is also part of Japanese culture.
After about ten minutes of deliberation, I decided on morning ramen. Since it wasn’t busy yet, it took only about five minutes from ordering to being served.
A regular bowl of ramen costs 1,000 yen. It featured the classic basic soy sauce flavor, with chashu pork, menma bamboo shoots, and green onions. With its thin noodles and simple broth, it offers a gentle flavor that’s approachable for foreigners. It could be considered an introductory ramen for first-time ramen eaters.
I finished it off in about ten minutes, eating it quickly.
The Tsukiji Outer Market also sells various items for daily use. Here, you can find pottery for sale at very reasonable prices, making it a great place to purchase Seto ware. With a wide variety of colors and patterns available, it could be a perfect choice for a travel souvenir.
From early morning, travelers were eating all sorts of things. Particularly popular among the many tourists were skewered rolled omelets, rice balls, and tuna nigiri sushi.
Some restaurants let you choose your own meat and grill it right there to eat. Wagyu beef is highly recommended because it has a sweet flavor and is incredibly delicious.
Having eaten my fill, I headed to Hamarikyu Gardens, just a short walk away.
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