Places jgsmithwick Wants to Go

The world's highest and most dangerous infinity pool lies at the precipice of Victoria Falls.

Fans line up at the crack of dawn for a slurpy bowl of deliciousness at this noodle counter inside a factory.

The 43-mile route crosses through six islands with gorgeous views of the Seto Inland Sea.

The Buddhist temples of Yamadera, built into a mountain side, feature a viewing deck with sweeping views.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

The northernmost of the 12 surviving feudal castles of Japan is known as a cherry blossom viewing spot.

Celebrating the famous Nebuta festival of Aomori and showcasing its huge papier-mâché floats.

The tallest bronze seated statue of the Buddha in Japan.

This mesmerizingly colorful pond looks like a scene straight out of a fairytale.

Learn about the indigenous people of Japan's northernmost islands.

A giant statue of the Buddhist goddess of mercy watches over the town of Ōfuna.

Japan’s tallest Godzilla statue contains a piece of the original 1954 film within its base.

This subterranean spot might be the epitome of Japan's baroque, retro coffee houses.

Kawaii meets poisonous at this unique art gallery.

A restaurant modeled after feudal Japan, where the waitstaff are trained as ninjas.

This historical theme park celebrates all things noodle.

Drinkslinger is an unlikely vocation for a Buddhist monk, but at this Tokyo bar the enlightenment is served in a martini glass.

Transport yourself to the 1980s era of video games at this themed restaurant and bar.

A long-worshipped mountain, considered a "power spot" and suspected to be an ancient pyramid by some.

Established in 1648, the oldest of Tokyo’s restaurants survives today as a tiny tamagoyaki takeout stand

A King Kong-like gorilla hangs from the top of this commercial building in Tokyo.

The world's largest permanent architectural projection display entertains audiences nightly with 28-story light shows.

The legendary birthplace of the Japanese maneki-neko is dotted with hundreds of lucky beckoning cats.

A bar dedicated to he Jojo manga franchise, with over 50 original cocktails.