Places stephaniewade56 Wants to Go

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

The world’s first hotel to be run by robots.

Japan's largest area of "pink moss" turns the hillside bright pink every spring.

Cherry blossom season comes early in this Japanese town where pink flowers line the streets and riverbanks.

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

This retro underwater observation tower would make the perfect lair for a sea-loving villain.

A Japanese cat island also populated by the descendants of a band of banished samurai.

A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

One of Japan's most famous sights, the bridge was originally built in 1673.

This sprawling scenic burial ground is the final resting place of Japan's last shogun.

Steaming blood-red hot spring from hell.

The self-mummified monks of Japan.

A train ride to the middle of nowhere gives its passengers some of the most iconic views of Japan's seasons.

This pond is so stunning it looks like you've stepped into one of Monet's masterpieces.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

Open-air museum with an elaborate sculpture garden, stretching for over 70,000 square-meters.

Japanese island famous for poison gas and fluffy bunnies.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

With over 12,000 different species of plants, this botanical garden is Japan's oldest and most diverse.

This mesmerizingly colorful pond looks like a scene straight out of a fairytale.

A beautiful bamboo trail tucked in this famous Japanese shrine.

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

Hanging over one of Japan’s “hidden valleys,” these vine bridges must be remade every three years.

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.