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

450 dead and frozen fish, proudly on display in Japan.

Devoted Buddhists can earn enlightenment in the next life by crawling through this symbolic nostril.

This mountain's identity is stuck somewhere between a nightmare and a scenic tourist attraction.

This little replica of Lady Liberty provides a bit of NYC in a Japanese city.

This bridge is so steep it looks like a rollercoaster.

A statue erected on an infamous cliff where young boys would hold dangerous "pee offs" to prove their mettle.

Giant sand sculptures of famous people and places are on display near the Tottori sand dunes.

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

The iconic castle that withstood a magnitude 6.2 earthquake has become a symbol of resilience.

A sculpture that resurrected the only tree standing following the devastating 2011 tsunami.

The 43-mile route crosses through six islands with gorgeous views of the Seto Inland Sea.

An unlikely hit, this museum is dedicated to the inventor of instant ramen and cup noodles.

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

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

This ancient temple is set up to take you on a pilgrimage of self.

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

Steaming blood-red hot spring from hell.

One of Japan's most famous sights, the bridge was originally built in 1673.

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

A 20-meter (65-foot) robot towers over Tokyo Bay.

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

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

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