Places ouroborosasunder Wants to Go

The largest of the Fuji Five Lakes is home to an impressive swan population—some real, some with paddles, and one with an observation deck.

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

This glass-themed tourist park in northern Japan feels like taking a step back in time.

Two ogres stand guard at the Oga Visitor Center.

Step back in time at an outdoor living history museum where New Mexico's cultural traditions come alive.

Feast on Middle Eastern mezze from an Israeli expat duo.

A pastry shop specializing in Sephardic sweets serves historic recipes in Ribadavia’s Jewish quarter.

Puzzles within puzzles hide a golden treasure in this hedge maze.

Erected in memory of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who was born close to this spot, this statue commemorates the author and his famous detective.

The history of this futuristic crypt-turned-temple is as curious as its facade.

An enormous dragon scales the walls of this 17-story temple.

A museum of space exploration in the UFO capital of Japan.

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

This abandoned park is home to hundreds of stone statues ranging from humans to mystical beings.

A perfect replica of the beloved show's first set.

This community museum preserves the largest collection of Coal Age fossil plants in Maritimes.

This theatre and its amazing marquee harken back to the Golden Age of Hollywood.

A world of craftwork elegantly curated in a historic brick warehouse.

This museum and curiosity shop provides a glimpse into an often-overlooked past to show guests that there is beauty and wonder in the macabre.

On East Burnside, a 24-hour vending machine distributes world-class pastries.

Entering this curiosity shop is like stepping into a mad scientist's lab.

Featuring a casually threatening atmosphere along with dessert and coffee to die for.

Private collection of art inspired by cabinets of curiosity.

The magic's in the hole!