'Tsukiji Red' Photo

Photographer’s Note

Another shot from my trip to Japan in January. This scene from world famous Tsukiji fish market. There is no doubt about Japan's love of seafood, and no where else quite has the selection they do in their fish markets.

Walking up and down the aisles upon aisles of stalls in Tsukiji, photographic opportunities are limitless and everywhere. The one thing that has to be kept in mind as a visitor to the market is that there is serious business going on here. With all the hustle and bustle going on all around, I was constantly looking over my shoulder to ensure I wasn't blocking traffic in the narrow walkways.

From all the shots taken, I struggled to decide on one- but finally decided on the rich reds of the severed eels to post on TrekEarth.

I hope you like the shot,
- Dan

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PJE (19445) 2009-04-28 4:14

Goodness Gracious Daniel what is that inside that tray? I gather its laying in blood water but have to admit its an awesome shot. Looks to me like some manner of squid tube, or something only the Japanese have pulled up from the bottom of the ocean! Thanks for choosing this one to share.

jiherka (4465) 2009-04-28 10:35

Hello Dan,
Nice view of this very special place. I was one time. I like your picture due to the colours, red is not normally the colours of the see. I think you do a good choice with this picture.
Well done.
Salutations
Jacques

Wandering_Dan (3229) 2009-05-06 17:38

Hi, Dan -

From the title and the thumbnail, I thought perhaps this was going to be a shot of maguro or toro - reddish tuna. This gives a very different perspective on eels, and is a good shot of a fascinating side of Tokyo.

I had heard that Tsukiji was no longer allowing tourists or visitors. Either I heard wrong, or it happened after you were there.

Best,
Dan

colibriav (1568) 2009-06-02 1:34

It looks like to me a good capture, undoubtedly the possibility of knowing this market of japón had to make you hesitate that it takes to put. A greeting from Spain
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Me parece una buena toma, sin duda la posibilidad de conocer este mercado de japón te tiene que haber hecho dudar en que toma poner.
Un saludo desde España