Kyoko Fukuchi: The Tsukiji Legacy

Overview

With the Tsukiji Market slated for relocation in October 2018, a major concern is how to preserve its distinctive culture and traditions that date back over 400 years. Our guest this time is Kyoko Fukuchi, a writer and former intermediary wholesaler who provides an insight into what makes Tsukiji such a special place -- the sophisticated technology found in the architectural design and the people who make it all work, including the "mekiki", the experts with the discerning eye for quality.