Tachigui, Japan — Travelrags

Lonely PlanetJul 29

See all of the temples, cities and landscapes in Japan with this guide on saving in a splurge-worthy destination.

stand-and-eat counter joints for soba and udon

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Japan Rail PassPlaceunlimited travel on nationwide rail system, including shinkansen
Lonely Planet JourneysPlacecustomizable trips crafted by local experts
Jalan.netPlacebooking site with less expensive accommodation options
shokudōRestaurantinexpensive local restaurants for a filling meal
TachiguiRestaurantstand-and-eat counter joints for soba and udon
Elsewhere
Fushimi-Inari-TaishaSightKyoto, Japanfree to visit shrine in Kyoto
Tsukiji Outer MarketMarketTokyo, Japanmarket in Tokyo
Meiji-jingūPlace of worshipTokyo, Japantemple grounds often free to tour in Tokyo
Kumano KodōTrailKii Peninsula, Japanpilgrim circuit in the Kii Peninsula
Aomori Nebuta FestivalFestivalAomori City, Japancelebration in Aomori City in August

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