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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Itō

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Itō, Japan

Updated July 31, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Itō

Itō, Japan

Usami Kannon-ji

The largest seated Buddha statue in Japan is the centerpiece of an abandoned complex in a quiet, seaside town.

Itō, Japan

Maboroshi Hakurankai

A bizarre assault of surreal art hiding in bushes and huts on a hill.

Itō, Japan

Weird Museum for Boys and Girls

Fanatical collections of vintage toys, dolls, clothes, and objects.

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Atami, Japan

Atami Adult Museum

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

8 miles from Itō

Kawazu-Nanadaru Loop Bridge.

Kawazu, Japan

Kawazu Nanadaru Loop Bridge

An ingenious solution to a tricky engineering problem, this spiraling bridge takes drivers for a dizzying spin.

15 miles from Itō

Hakone Sekisho

Hakone, Japan

Hakone Checkpoint

Once the main gateway to Tokyo, sneaking through this checkpoint was a capital offense in feudal times.

16 miles from Itō

Kawazu cherry trees.

Kawazu, Japan

Kawazu Sakura Festival

Cherry blossom season comes early in this Japanese town where pink flowers line the streets and riverbanks.

16 miles from Itō

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