🟣 Tokyo-Do-Must — Experience freshly grilled tamagoyaki in the morning at Tsukiji’s century-old shop, Marutake.
At Tsukiji’s outer market, the aroma of freshly grilled tamagoyaki fills the air. Founded in the late Taisho era, Marutake has been making rolled omelets for over a century, each one carefully cooked by skilled craftsmen on copper pans. Their signature “Yakitama” (¥200) balances a gentle sweetness with dashi aroma—capturing the essence of a Japanese morning market. The soft, jiggly texture fresh off the pan is reason enough to visit. Simple as it looks, this sweet-salty harmony makes tamagoyaki one of the easiest ways for visitors to understand the flavor of Japan.
Last updated: 2025-12-05
What to Try
Yakitama (¥200)
A freshly grilled tamagoyaki on a skewer—crisp on the surface and softly creamy inside. The rising steam and savory aroma are part of the experience. It’s the perfect way to start your morning at Tsukiji.
How to Order
Order at the counter and hand over ¥200 in cash.
Say “Yakitama, please.” — the staff will hand you a freshly grilled one right from the pan.
They’ll serve it on a small tray for standing and eating, as walking while eating is discouraged inside the market.
For photos, natural light brings out the tamago’s golden sheen best.
Tokyo or Trip?
While tamagoyaki is found all across Japan, only at Tsukiji can you eat a dashi-rich omelet grilled by hand at a 100-year-old specialty shop. Even after the wholesale market moved to Toyosu, Marutake continues to represent Tsukiji’s role as a place to eat the market. If you visit in the morning, start with this one skewer—it’s the taste of Tokyo’s food culture in a single bite.
Explore Nearby
- Tsukiji Breakfast (Chashu-Egg) 🍳
- Maguro Cutlet Curry (Tsukiji) 🐟
- Kura Sushi in Tokyo 🍣
- Tokyo Shoyu Ramen 🍜
- Cream Anmitsu (Asakusa) 🍨
Similar Dishes
- Nichinan-Dori Oyakodon in Togoshi-Ginza — A Refined Take on Japan’s Classic Chicken-and-Egg Bowl 🍱
- Mitarashi Dango (Kyoto) 🍡
- Warabi Mochi in Togoshi-Ginza 🍡
External Links
- Central Tokyo Tourism — Marutake Tamagoyaki, Tsukiji 🔗
- JapanTravel – Tamagoyaki Marutake (Tsukiji) 🔗
About "Taste of Japan"
Hello, I'm Yuta.
Born in landlocked Yamanashi and having lived in the gourmet city of Sendai for 10 years, I now call Togoshi-Ginza home. My frequent business trips across Japan allow me to constantly explore the diversity of regional flavors.
Why Togoshi-Ginza?
This street is Tokyo’s longest shopping arcade (about 1.3 km), but it holds a special history. It was the very first street in Japan to adopt the "Ginza" name—a tradition that later spread across the country—after receiving bricks from the famous Ginza district following the 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake.
My Wish as a Local
I am not a culinary expert. However, as a Japanese local who knows both the convenience of Tokyo and the origins of regional food, I want to share the "atmosphere" and "personal feelings" that you won't find in standard guidebooks.
The Concept: "Tokyo or Trip?"
Visiting every region of Japan in a single trip is nearly impossible. Some food experiences are worth the travel to the source, while others offer a fully satisfying experience right here in Tokyo.
This blog is a guide to help you make that choice. Based in Togoshi-Ginza, I share my honest experiences and "my personal answer" to help you maximize your culinary journey in Japan.
- 🟠 Local-First: Best experienced in its home region. Worth a trip.
- 🟢 Great-in-Tokyo: A nationwide favorite or regional specialty that offers a fully satisfying, authentic experience right here in Tokyo.
- 🟣 Tokyo-Do-Must: A unique food culture born in or exclusive to Tokyo.