Places abbylynn Wants to Go

When this clock strikes a certain time, puppets showcase a story of life in Edo Japan.

If you forgot something to read during your trip to Tokyo, this hostel has you covered.

This museum showcases the art of ancient sword-making.

An unlikely hit, this museum is dedicated to the inventor of instant ramen and cup noodles.

Closed for decades, this strange symbol of Japan's Expo '70 has finally opened its psychedelic insides to the public.

This tiny museum hidden above a restaurant houses thousands of modern and traditional kites.

Kawaii meets poisonous at this unique art gallery.

This ordinary set of steps is a must-see destination for fans of a certain romantic anime.

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

The Hanshin Expressway goes right through its 5th, 6th, and 7th floors.

One of the world's largest tanks mimics the experience of watching rare whale sharks, giant rays, and deep sea creatures from the ocean floor.

It's bad manners to eat and drink on the subways of Tokyo, unless the train is this bar. 

Crawl through the hole in the middle of this stone to break off a bad relationship or initiate a good one.

A real-life replica of a home from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved movie "My Neighbor Totoro."

A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child.

Shells collected from over a hundred different countries line the walls, floors and ceilings of this fantasy museum.

A museum dedicated to the history of Tokyo's often-overlooked working-class district.

A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

This retro underwater observation tower would make the perfect lair for a sea-loving villain.

Discover the past, present, and future of packaging in this unique Japanese museum.

The cutest shrine in Kyoto is dedicated to bunnies.

Legend holds eating just one of these black eggs can add seven years to one's life.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

Coast along one of Japan’s mountain railways for coveted views of magnificent hydrangeas.