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Considered an enigma by folklorists, an object of primitive animistic worship lives on in Yamanashi.

One of Japan’s oldest and largest cherry trees is said to have been planted by an ancient, heroic prince.

The former home of queer novelist Yoshiya Nobuko memorializes her contributions to modern-day manga.

These statues are dedicated to the damned souls of those executed centuries ago on the beautiful Yuigahama beach.

An eerie cluster of medieval cave-like tombs carved out of a cliff, hidden in a historic mountain pass.

The ruins of the oldest artificial island in Japan, still used for mooring today at 800 years old.

In Asakusa, Tokyo's very own Walk of Fame.

This “grave” memorializes the 53 rakugo stories that were once banned by the national censorship.

Rumored to be a giant robot in disguise, this colossal chef has been the beloved symbol of Tokyo’s kitchenware district for decades.

Home to a collection of drums from around the world that allow visitors to play a tune.

A miniature shrine in the busy corner of Tokyo's historic Broadway, honoring a sextet of unusual entertainment gods.

Shrine to Japanese water-goblins, complete with their preserved body parts.

Tokyo’s “Kitchen Town” hosts a number of shops selling intricate food replicas.

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

A whimsical museum dedicated to the mischievous kappa, a mythical cucumber-loving water sprite.

Up on the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower sits an American mascot that became Osaka’s own lucky god.

Surreal giant face-pillars welcome visitors from across the globe to this hotel.

A moss-covered statue of a Japanese Buddhist deity stands at a quiet temple in downtown Osaka.

This temple is home to a group of Buddha statues made from thousands of bones and ashes of the deceased.

This bathhouse includes an option to soak in radioactive water.

This active volcano's siren song to suicide jumpers forced authorities to build a fence.

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

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

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.