A remarkable lava formation encloses a line of Buddhist statues that can't be accurately counted, according to local mythology.

Founded in 1880, this humble brewery still practices a disappearing technique of sake-making.

Stretching for 22 miles, the world's longest tree-lined avenue dates back to the early 17th-century.

This ancient burial cave along a roadside is also home to several Buddhist sculptures.

The third-tallest statue in the world depicts the "Buddha of Infinite Light," complete with observation deck in his chest.

A tiny red pebble marks what may be the quietest outdoor spot in the United States.

A Roman-style column in Oregon hides a spiral staircase inside.

This gorgeous beach hides behind two headlands in Oregon's Ecola State Park.

According to legend, this rock represents a young girl trapped by an evil ocean spirit.

A mesmerizing disco ball-like sculpture along the Sacramento River Walk.

The oldest Naval chapel in the United States is home to an incredible collection of Tiffany stained-glass windows.

The perfect spot for a picnic, right next to a giant ballistic missile.

The former Naval shipyard is open for exploring - mostly.

The location of this small park was once the site of an infamous public morgue.

This wildlife refuge is home to more than 200 species of birds, as well as monkeys, lizards, and other wildlife.

Outside of where Tsukiji Market once stood, these memorials honor the spirits of the fallen fish, shrimp, and eggs used for nigiri.

The colorful, smiling concrete silos of Vancouver.

This dazzling three-story shop showcases the art and history of music boxes, a popular novelty in Japan.

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

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.

A beautiful bamboo trail tucked in this famous Japanese shrine.

The groundbreaking Japanese shrine maiden who invented the art of kabuki.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.