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Founded over a thousand years ago, this shrine is said to be built on the site of a warlord's harem prison.

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

A train station decorated by a giant replica of the ancient Shakōki-dogū figurine found in the area.

A shrine dedicated to the sacred white snakes of Iwakuni, whose albinism has been passed down for generations.

Turn around and stick your head between your legs for the best view of this tree-covered sandbar.

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

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

Museum dedicated to the largest battleship ever built.

A collection of nearly 5,000 yokai-themed toys, sculptures, and more, dating from the 1700s to the present day.

What's believed to be the country's first shrine is, in Shintō mythology, the annual meeting place of the gods.

This bridge is so steep it looks like a rollercoaster.

The hometown of a beloved manga artist created a treasure hunt for his popular ghostly characters.

A remote and slightly overgrown park filled with replicas of world landmarks.

A whimsical museum dedicated to the mischievous kappa, a mythical cucumber-loving water sprite.

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

Hidden by the roadside in the Iya Valley, this gem brings together folk monsters and the region's unique geography.

This unique museum explores the world of Japanese demons and spirits.

A century-old rail tunnel turned eco-friendly cycling path.

A museum about rituals, ghosts, and demons from around Asia, set in the middle of the peaceful Jiufen.

Along the side of the road on a small Japanese island is an extensive garden of uniquely designed Shisa statues.

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

The seat of the lost Ryukyu Kingdom has survived numerous fires and wars over the centuries.

This ancient burial site was once thought to be the home of a race distinctive to Ainu folklore.

Chiseled out of a sandstone cliff, one farmer's unfinished art project lies in ruins.