Pike Place Fish Market

Pike Place Fish Market

Pike Place Fish Market is a fish market located in Seattle, Washington, United States. It is well-known for its tradition of fishmongers throwing fish that customers have purchased, before they are wrapped. The market is a popular tourist destination in Seattle, attracting up to 10,000 visitors a day, and is often featured in travel depictions of the city.

History

The Pike Place Fish Market was founded in 1930. It is located in the Pike Place Market, one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers' markets in the United States. The fish market is owned by John Yokoyama, who purchased it in 1965.

Fish Throwing

The tradition of throwing fish began in the 1980s when the fishmongers got tired of walking back and forth to retrieve fish for customers. They decided to start throwing the fish to each other instead. This practice has become a significant tourist attraction.

Philosophy

The Pike Place Fish Market operates under a philosophy called the "Fish Philosophy", which includes four basic principles: Play, Make Their Day, Be There, and Choose Your Attitude. This philosophy was developed to make the job more enjoyable for employees and to improve customer service.

In popular culture

The Pike Place Fish Market has been featured on numerous television shows and movies, including The Amazing Race, Good Morning America, and Free Willy. It is also the subject of the book Fish! Philosophy, which discusses the market's business practices.

See also

• Fishmonger
• Pike Place Market
• Fish! Philosophy