Tokyo to turn old Tsukiji market into conference center

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Tuna fish on display at Tsukiji. The wholesale market, since closed, was a popular destination for tourists in Tokyo. © Reuters

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- The Tokyo municipal government has finalized plans to build a conference center and exhibition space at the site of the old Tsukiji wholesale fish market, turning a fresh page for the popular landmark after the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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