The centuries-old cobblestones of a feudal highway remain in the woods of Hakone.

Dedicated to the history and culture of Japanese fishcake, this museum invites you to take part in its kamaboko-making workshop.

An exhibit tracing Japan's cinematic history in an often-overlooked national museum.

Dedicated to the victims of a phantom slasher, this memorial is claimed by some to be the source of a deadly curse.

The statue of a cursed knight is said to come to life every 100 years.

From mid-September to early November, dreamy fields of pink muhly grass spring up all over South Korea.

This 400-year-old noodle joint was once frequented by a fox-turned-monk, according to local folklore.

Originally founded in 1654, this coffee house claims to be the oldest of its kind in Europe.

A less famous, short-lived meeting spot of the Inklings.

Hidden in plain sight inside this church is a pulpit that was occasionally used by the author of ‘Alice in Wonderland.’

This cul-de-sac off Fleet Street is said to be the place where the infamous Demon Barber made a killing

The niches over the western entrance of Westminster Abbey honor individuals from the 20th century who gave their lives for their Christian beliefs.

This huge limestone slab is considered the largest paving stone in Belgium and a relic of the earliest modern paving in Brussels.

This shrine, built to protect against destructive waves, is home to two monumental lion heads.

Japan's first train station is also the site of Godzilla's first destructive visit to the nation.

The northernmost of the 12 surviving feudal castles of Japan is known as a cherry blossom viewing spot.

These 33 Zen Buddhist temples were built to protect the nearby castle.

An atmospheric shrine of mountain worship that is home to a number of curious folk tales.

A mountain demon once helped a local villager construct a canal, after which he sat on this oak tree to rest.

Celebrating the famous Nebuta festival of Aomori and showcasing its huge papier-mâché floats.

This prehistoric burial site is where one of Japan’s most iconic ancient idols was found.

An Akita-themed facility modeled after the old Shibuya Station, erected in honor of Hachiko, a famously loyal dog.

Another statue of Japan's most famous dog stands in his hometown.

A thousand figurines of Oshira-sama, a horse-loving goddess of silk, await wish-making worshippers.