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

Colloquially known as “piss alley,” this narrow street filled with tiny bars and barbecue stands looks like it was pulled straight out of “Blade Runner.”

Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.

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.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

The golden age of flight captured in a downtown airport.

A small section of Boise, Idaho maintains the unique culture and traditions of the Basque people.

Boise State's stadium was the first non-green football field in the world.

The largest outdoor art gallery in the Northwest United States.

This work of art by Matthew Mazzotta resides in this park dedicated to the first black legislator in Idaho.

A wooden rollercoaster that still delivers a thrill.

A unique subway station where pillars evoke ancient civilizations.

From open waters to open dance floors—this decommissioned ferry has been transformed into a lively nightclub.

As seen in the Spice Girls ‘Wannabe’ music video.

Inspired by the Rialto Bridge in Venice, these three clustered bridges were just one part of a Slovenian architect’s grand vision.

The bat-covered home of one of the world's most popular brands of rum is located on a tropical Art Deco campus.

This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.

This historic Union Pacific Railroad depot is a stunning symbol of American post-Civil War progress.

The biggest solar telescope in the world helps reveal the secrets of our sun.

Some of the tallest ancient American ruins continue to inspire awe and curiosity.

Latvia’s first skyscraper, nicknamed ‘Stalin’s birthday cake.’

These unusual rooms on wheels are holdovers from the 1960s.

The world's largest outdoor organ is played weekly by one of just two civic organists in the U.S.