This park boasts a unusual collection of curious monuments from around the world, from Micronesia to Antarctica.

Japan’s tallest Godzilla statue contains a piece of the original 1954 film within its base.

A precursor to Taro Okamoto’s iconic Tower of the Sun.

A lonely chimpanzee lures you into a narrow alley leading to this hidden shrine.

A taste of the macabre Tokyo's ritzy shopping district.

Steampunk, humanoid sculptures crawl on all fours in a Tokyo plaza.

The decommissioned steam engine’s whistle can still be heard three times a day at one of Japan’s oldest train stations.

Unbeknownst to many, an ancient burial mound hides in plain sight in Ueno Park.

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

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

One of the top 100 sights of feudal Tokyo continues to impress those who visit the lesser temples of Ueno.

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

Rice balls symbolize fate and relationship at this adorable shrine, which was once dedicated to the Buddhist Devil.

This shrine is home to an unusual trifold torii and a replica Trafalgar Square lion.

According to local legend, an ancient serial killer nicknamed the “Hag” once haunted this pond.

Tragic reminders of the 1945 firebombing campaign over Tokyo still haunt this bridge.

This enormous monument is one of the most iconic structures in Tokyo, rudely nicknamed "The Golden Turd."

This century-old electronics store-turned-cafe serves comforting, retro fare.

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.

In Asakusa, Tokyo's very own Walk of Fame.

Stuck in a bygone era, the oldest subterranean shopping street in Japan hides beneath the popular Asakusa district of Tokyo.

A pair of rivaling shrines dedicated to Lady Oiwa, the most famous vengeful ghost in Japan.

This ordinary set of steps is a must-see destination for fans of a certain romantic anime.