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At this Neolithic site, the remains of ancient humans have been found alongside the bones of the toxic fugu pufferfish.

This time capsule lets you enjoy decades-old Japanese arcade games.

A nouveau-riche hilltop “palace” that once provided lodging to more than a hundred fishermen.

These 33 Zen Buddhist temples were built to protect the nearby castle.

Made to improve road safety, these policemen-like figurines in Miyakojima island have earned an enthusiastic fanbase.

Local legend claims that this is the final resting place of an infamous cannibal hag.

A unique memorial made up of a collection of memorials, all commemorating the Battle of Okinawa in World War II.

A long-forgotten homage to an eldritch, sassy spider yōkai that was once worshipped here as a god.

Associated with Japanese folklore's most eminent sorcerer, this slab of rock is said to be both a blessing and a curse.

This prehistoric burial site is where one of Japan’s most iconic ancient idols was found.

One of the last great old-school fish markets in Japan's Tohoku Region.

Commemorating the Japanese migration to Peru, this statue has a sister standing across the Pacific.

Originally built circa 13-14th century, this “snail well” was a resourceful means to draw water in a region where the soil was mostly loam.

Japan’s oldest clock tower has been called one of the country’s most disappointing attractions.

A 360-year-old cherry tree grows out of a granite boulder.

A bronze ship jutting out of a bridge, a commemoration of Osamu Dazai, a sculpture created by 30 manga legends, and more.

A faithful reconstruction of what was once the only window into Japan.

The long-lost tomb of an ancient Japanese emperor, complete with a miniature terracotta army.

This house was once the residence of Aisin-Gioro Pujie, the younger brother of China’s last emperor.

This izakaya restaurant was designed to look like the Biblical vessel.

A small park inhabited by handmade water goblins.

This “forbidden” sanctuary has managed to preserve a unique, ancient ecosystem.

These statues are dedicated to the damned souls of those executed centuries ago on the beautiful Yuigahama beach.

Once an erosional cave, this scenic arch was lifted up above the sea's surface by an earthquake.