Places Edited by mrarfarf

Built to test magnetically levitated elevators, the tower also boasts Germany's highest visitor platform.

A real-life replica of a home from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved movie "My Neighbor Totoro."

Unusual hexagonal rocks formed by cooling lava named for their resemblance to traditional Japanese tatami mats.

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

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

This former limestone quarry is now a subterranean wonderland of grand stonework.

The Buddhist temples of Yamadera, built into a mountain side, feature a viewing deck with sweeping views.

The freshest fish here are the ones you catch yourself.

A horse statue that receives constant makeovers from graffiti artists and locals.

One of the most well-known city festivals in the world.

A clear example of the process of erosion in action.

Thailand museum of bottles of all shapes and sizes filled with intricate and beautiful art.

This enormous "shamoji" means more to the people of Miyajima than just a way getting rice onto a plate.