Since Tokyo's Kiyosu Bridge was inspired by a historic bridge that crossed over the Rhine, this viewing spot is known as a "view of Cologne."

Once the park closes at sunset, the greatest haiku poet of all time moves to face the Sumida River.

“Historical” markers commemorating the sites of fictional events depicted in a popular jidaigeki novel series.

Here lies Hattori Hanzō, a samurai who is remembered as a legendary ninja in today’s popular culture.

Losing lottery tickets are deposited at this shrine in hopes of better luck.

This ordinary set of steps is a must-see destination for fans of a certain romantic anime.

The predecessor to this bridge was depicted in a famous Japanese woodcut print that influenced Van Gogh.

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

Unbeknownst to many, an ancient burial mound hides in plain sight in Ueno Park.

Mythical beasts symbolizing the city of Tokyo guard a historic bridge.

A commemoration of the first Dutchman to reach Japan, whose name still echoes in the heart of Tokyo.

Weighing nearly 7 tons, this massive sculpture was carved out of 500-year-old wood and decorated with thousands of jewels.

This monument gives insight into how lost children were found in Edo-period Tokyo.

A shrine dedicated to a 10th-century samurai emperor, whose head is not buried on site (contrary to popular belief).

This retro café is a remnant of Japan’s post-war Argentine tango craze.

A bibliophile's heaven that contains hundreds of bookstores, offering over a third of secondhand books for sale in Tokyo.

This compact temple is filled with garlands of colorful balls that represent restrained monkeys.

This iconic cinema is home to Tangier's Cinémathèque and a symbol of the city's vibrant film scene.

This sprawling oasis of green in the middle of the city has a vast collection of beautiful flora.

This haunted 17th-century pub was moved to a new city when it was already almost 300 years old.

This monument is dedicated to Balto, the heroic Alaskan sled dog.

Wander down a side street dedicated to one of the members of the Beat Generation.

Valletta’s outdoor theatre stands within the ruins of a 19th-century opera house.

A disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright built an experimental, partially underground home in the desert.