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

This dazzling three-story shop showcases the art and history of music boxes, a popular novelty in Japan.

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.

An astounding annual light display honors the victims of one of Japan's most devastating earthquakes.

Japan's largest collection of Western-style mansions in the port city of Kobe includes a recreation of Sherlock Holmes' 221B Baker Street quarters.

This 14th-century temple is also known as the "Temple of the Golden Pavilion" for its gorgeous gilded reliquary hall.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

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

Surreal giant face-pillars welcome visitors from across the globe to this hotel.

Every spring, this walkway outside the Japan Mint turns into a cherry blossom tunnel.

This whimsical garbage disposal facility receives around 12,000 accidental tourists each year.

A moss-covered statue of a Japanese Buddhist deity stands at a quiet temple in downtown Osaka.