Places Kamikus Wants to Go

Every spring, this walkway outside the Japan Mint turns into a cherry blossom tunnel.

Nope, not the one in France. The only officially-recognized reproduction of Monet’s garden in Giverny is located in a remote corner of Japan.

Shrine dedicated to boars that is believed to cure foot and leg injuries.

Existing for more than four centuries, the last of Hakone’s historic teahouses serves a sweet, mold-based rice drink.

The divine septet of Japanese fortune gods are rendered in 1,000-year-old wood at this peaceful site.

Each year this Japanese temple overflows with scowling, bearded good luck talismans.

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

You can still find treasures on the pebbly beaches of one of the world's oldest jade-producing areas.

White beach sands made of the remains of tiny, star shaped creatures.

One of the world's largest tanks mimics the experience of watching rare whale sharks, giant rays, and deep sea creatures from the ocean floor.

A moss-covered statue of a Japanese Buddhist deity stands at a quiet temple in downtown Osaka.

Legend holds eating just one of these black eggs can add seven years to one's life.

Coast along one of Japan’s mountain railways for coveted views of magnificent hydrangeas.

This pond is so stunning it looks like you've stepped into one of Monet's masterpieces.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

A train ride to the middle of nowhere gives its passengers some of the most iconic views of Japan's seasons.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

The magical, mossy forest that inspired 'Princess Mononoke.'

Hot springs monkey spa in the middle of Hell's Valley.

An exquisite tunnel of cascading flowers.

A magical place that lets you play in and explore the world of Studio Ghibli.

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

All 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac are depicted in anthropomorphized deity form.

A tiny street lined with eleven distinct Tanuki statues, each representing a different wish.