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A small, family-friendly museum dedicated to the “god of special effects” who brought Godzilla to life.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

A calico cat named Tama was the wildly popular Super Station Master at this train stop in southeast Japan.

This brothel-turned-restaurant features plenty of surprises and elaborate, extravagant architecture.

A 59-ft. robot statue looks over the citizens of earthquake-ravaged Kobe.

This unusual "magical shrine" honors a legendary raccoon-dog god that stowed away to Japan from some far-off land.

A unique art exhibit home to letters addressed to those unable to receive them.

This extremely naked God of Drunkards welcomes visitors to Kochi Station.

Hanging over one of Japan’s “hidden valleys,” these vine bridges must be remade every three years.

Hidden by the roadside in the Iya Valley, this gem brings together folk monsters and the region's unique geography.

These medieval stone-cut Buddhist statues may protect visitors from being fired.

A collection of nearly 5,000 yokai-themed toys, sculptures, and more, dating from the 1700s to the present day.