A new year means new beginnings. For the Tsukiji fish market, that new beginning may finally arrive in 2018. News of the market's closure in Tsukiji and rebirth in the nearby Toyosu neighborhood has been a regular feature in the news. This year, however, the closing will very likely become a reality.
There has been lots of talk about how sanitized (both hygienically and aesthetically) the new location will be. Either way, aging facilities and the looming Olympics make the move an inevitability. One of Tokyo's most iconic commercial centers will soon leave the formidable real estate where it now sits.
With this in mind, it's worth noting that your time to visit the old Tsukiji market is running out. Have you been to the famed fish market? Do you want to show your kids this cultural landmark? Now's the time to plot out your visit and this can be a great cultural and culinary experience — but think about it carefully before you go.