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Further Distractions

Tsukiji Ichiba (Tsukiji Wholesale Fish Market): The world's biggest fish market, more than 2500 tons of fish pass through the Tsukiji Wholesale Fish Market every day in deals totalling approximately £15 million. The first deliveries take place in the really early hours but the action really starts with the tuna auction on the quay at the back of the market at around 0400. The bidding is fast and furious and makes a great show. Spectators are welcome, but do bear in mind that this is a business, not a tourist attraction. The auctions are over by 0530 when the focus shifts to the wholesale stalls (at least 1500 of them) offering every imaginable variety of fish and seafood to Tokyo's chefs and food retailers who come to buy their day's supply. As the city awakes, restaurants around the market offer sushi breakfasts rounded off by a glass of beer. Nowhere in Tokyo can fish be eaten fresher.

5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku
Tel: (03) 35 42 11 11.
Transport: Tsukiji station on the Hibiya underground line.
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 0400-1200.
Admission: Free.

Tokyo Disneyland
: Tokyo Disneyland is a faithful replica of the Californian original, complete with Adventureland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland, shows, parades and firework displays.

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu-shi
Tel: (047) 354 0001.
Web site: www.tokyodisneyland.co.jp
Transport: Maihama station on the JR Keiyo Line from Tokyo station.
Opening hours: Daily 0900-1900; varies seasonally.
Admission: ¥5200 (all-inclusive 'passport' ticket); ¥2800 (all-inclusive limited validity off-peak ticket).



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