It is now less than a month before Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market closes to the public to relocate to its new venue in Toyosu.
The market, which has been in operation in its current location in Tsukiji since 1935, has become renowned, among other things, for its tuna auction. Now its resident restaurants, wholesalers and fish merchants are busy preparing for the move to the new market space, scheduled for Oct. 11.
Along with the main fish market, Uogashi Yokocho — the shopping streets within the inner market — will also relocate to Toyosu. Originally set up to cater to market workers, the busy alleyways are currently home to around 130 shops and restaurants where chefs can purchase cooking equipment and visitors can enjoy breakfast and lunch.