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

One of the first hotel rooms in a pod.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

The bartenders at this crime-fighting theme cafe are actual private detectives by day.

The only thing sweeter than the potatoes is the canine proprietor of this roadside stall.

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

A restaurant modeled after feudal Japan, where the waitstaff are trained as ninjas.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

This mesmerizingly colorful pond looks like a scene straight out of a fairytale.

Open-air museum with an elaborate sculpture garden, stretching for over 70,000 square-meters.

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

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

Holding multiple historical boats and an entire 19th century village, this New England attraction is the largest maritime museum in the world.

Step into a cartoon at this Seoul café that aims to evoke a two-dimensional scene.

In the loving memory of a tragically deceased role-player this Illinois park is decked out with both dungeons and dragons.

Japanese gardens dedicated to the Japanese farmer that refused to throw in the trowel.

This Australian beach is composed of tiny shells.

This “living museum” at UCLA exhibits thousands of plant species from all over the world.

Acres of English cottage gardens, unexpectedly nestled in a Cleveland suburb.

Cambria's most unique B&B features creative surroundings and fantastic food.

Step back in time on this preserved 1800s farm.

A garden oasis filled with flowers mentioned in the works of William Shakespeare.

Once close to extinction, there is no shortage of elephant seals on the beaches of Año Nuevo State Park.

This enchanting forest trail leads to ethereal abodes and a giant bird's nest.