This 400-year-old sweet shop serves a delicacy some have described as "edible incense."

Shrine dedicated to boars that is believed to cure foot and leg injuries.

Once the main gateway to Tokyo, sneaking through this checkpoint was a capital offense in feudal times.

Legend holds eating just one of these black eggs can add seven years to one's life.

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.

A beautiful, dense forest in the shadow of Mount Fuji, with a tragic reputation.

A 70-foot-deep ice cave formed by lava from Mt. Fuji on the edge of Japan's "Suicide Forest." 

One in a pair of subterranean caves created by an ancient eruption of Mount Fuji.

Narrow passes cut out of mountains surround the medieval capital of Japan.

It is said that coins washed in the waters here will miraculously multiply.

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

Cabaret where the show girls are all androids, and the patrons couldn't be more pleased.

Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.

Colloquially known as “piss alley,” this narrow street filled with tiny bars and barbecue stands looks like it was pulled straight out of “Blade Runner.”

The tallest city hall in the world offers an excellent bento box.

Although damaged beyond recognition, this stone god is still said to bring good luck to those who tap on him with a pebble.

An enormous pair of straw sandals woven in the traditional way—to keep demons at bay.

A Buddhist temple to honor insects that died for science.

This site commemorates the life of a Japanese scientist who dedicated his life to the discovery of diseases.

This strange mural located in the Ueno station is filled with traditional Japanese symbolism.

Only the face remains of this giant Buddha statue, which is said to be a source of luck for students.

A Buddhist temple on an artificial island that houses a monument to the fugu fish.

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

This monument celebrates this shopping district's past history as a feudal silver mint.