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The Yonaguni Monument, a natural formation or the Japanese Atlantis?

Only recently added to the shrine, this googly-eyed snail demon of unknown origin is said to have eye-healing powers.

Daikon radishes are offered to the Japanese Buddhist counterpart of the Hindu god Ganesha at this historic hilltop temple.

Turn around and stick your head between your legs for the best view of this tree-covered sandbar.

This mysterious medieval grotto holds a grid of sacred wells of unknown purpose.

This strange mural located in the Ueno station is filled with traditional Japanese symbolism.

A rare example of an ancient Japanese hill castle believed to be the fortress of a legendary demon.

This massive, beautifully-lit underground quarry leaves visitors in awe.

A statue of a mischievous raccoon towers over this city park.

Discover the mummified remains of Ancient Egypt in the middle of metropolitan Tokyo.

This little known mountain has claimed four times as many lives as Everest.

This bathhouse includes an option to soak in radioactive water.

A lonely chimpanzee lures you into a narrow alley leading to this hidden shrine.

Legend has it that centuries ago, a ghost once frequented this candy shop to feed her still-living baby.

Passengers are not allowed to set foot outside this station, but you can still enjoy spectacular views of the sea from the platform.

A cursed torii gate still stands on the edge of Haneda Airport, decades after its shrine's relocation.

The 650 red and white Japanese plum trees of this Tokyo neighborhood blossom each spring.

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

Running through lush forests and across the Tadami River, this train line offers breathtaking views of rural Japan.

Constructed thousands of years ago, these stone circles offer incredible insight into the lives of the people who built them.

It is believed that this Buddhist temple stands right on the gateway to the underworld.

Losing lottery tickets are deposited at this shrine in hopes of better luck.

Enjoy a flaming concoction steeped in steampunk, magic, and alchemy at this experimental cocktail bar.

Sip “liquid cuisine” made with meat, vegetables, and insects.