“Tsukiji Okamisan kai is against Market’s Relocation Plan"

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

There are so many negative reasons that are against the relocation to TOYOSU, that the cons far outweigh the pros in regards to relocating

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

relocating to the new site.Furthermore, the move to TOYOSU is too far from sushi and other restaurants in the downtown area (Ginza,

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

(Ginza, Shimbashi and Akasaka), , thus not allowing enough time for such restaurants to purchase supplies, return to their restaurants,

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

and prepare lunch by noon.TSUKIJI does not only consist of market buildings, but other related buildings and businesses that are closely

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

that are closely connected and rely on an important sense of unity (so called 'Jonai, inside and Jogai, outside') that makes it work.

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

This has been occurring over many generations, as there is a long history deeply rooted with the community surrounding TSUKIJI that includes

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

TSUKIJI that includes food and many other establishments.It is important to realize that the areas around TSUKUJI, like Ginza and Shinbashi

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

districts, are connected to TSUKIJI and contribute to the urban functions of Tokyo. If TSUKIJI moves to TOYOSU, many intermediate

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

intermediate wholesalers and restaurants will have to shut down their businesses, and producers' supply routes and suppliers will disappear.

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

If they shutdown their businesses, we are losing many different kinds of genuine professional skills that have been fostered over centuries.

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

The richness, variety and selection of fresh food is extremely important to the culture and the wellbeing of Japan. Fish and the

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

Fish and the raw diet have been handed down as a cultural heritage, along with the development of rice and sake.Therefore we must keep

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

must keep TSUKIJI in TSUKIJI.Differences in food culture by region is both essential, and an important aspect of cultural expression.

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

For example, distribution of a tomato variety in the Mediterranean countries, and the distribution of a variety of corn in Latin America

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

Latin America is the same. Their experience is not only a food exchange, but also a cultural exchange. Trying to produce and present

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

delicious food, and provide delicious dishes is common all over the world.Food culture and taste have no borders. When making

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

When making delicious food, lies and trickery are not acceptable. True sincerity is the only way we can continue to produce delicious food.

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

TSUKIJI has been supporting Japan’s food culture for a long time. And that is our pride. So we are preparing ourselves to protect TUKIJI

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

TUKIJI from the devil's hand ofsenseless urban development. We are sincerely hoping that many people living overseas who have known and

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

who have known and love Japanese culture, understand the significance of protecting TSUKIJI.Because of its rich history, it’s important

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

it’s important connection to the city, and the supplier of the freshest fish and food to Japan’s food culture, we want everyone to

建築エコノミスト森山高至（漁協建築研究家） @mori_arch_econo

everyone to understand what we are going through and believe in our cause to keep TSUKIJI. TSUKIJI Okamisan's Association