A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

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.”

After a profound show of devotion for his master, a dog becomes the symbol of loyalty for an entire nation.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

Once a black market electronics marketplace, now an otaku shopper's paradise.

The quintessential Japanese rock garden has existed for more than 500 years.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

This Buddhist temple is home to the graves of the Japanese national legends, the 47 Ronin.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

An unusual round church in London with a Templar past.

London's creepiest cemetery was once the site of dueling magicians and mobs of stake-carrying vampire hunters.

Fascinating town where normal life interfaces with the occult.

In the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey lies the alleged resting place of the legendary king.

This hill and tower are steeped in legend, from King Arthur to the Holy Grail.

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

The oldest hotel in the world has been operated by the same family for over 1,300 years, even catering to samurai.

Japan's largest and oldest annual procession of floats, begun in 869.

This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.

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

A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child.