Kamakura, Japan
The Great Buddha of Kamakura
A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.
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Kamakura, Japan
A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.
Tokyo, Japan
Once a black market electronics marketplace, now an otaku shopper's paradise.
Tokyo, Japan
Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.
Tokyo, Japan
Cabaret where the show girls are all androids, and the patrons couldn't be more pleased.
Yamanouchi, Japan
Hot springs monkey spa in the middle of Hell's Valley.
Taipei, Taiwan
Looking for a crappy restaurant? Pull up a porcelain bowl and enjoy your meal.
New Taipei City, Taiwan
Once a prosperous mining village, this tiny Taiwanese town is now overrun with cute cats.