Places WigWamWarrior Wants to Go

The remains of the vast manor that once belonged to Lord Kira, villain in the 47 Ronin story, is now a shrine dedicated to the incident.

Its collection distills more than 60 years of pop culture in Japan, from Godzilla to Hulk Hogan.

The largest of its kind in Japan, this century-old wasabi farm is also known for its appearance in an Akira Kurosawa film.

Running through lush forests and across the Tadami River, this train line offers breathtaking views of rural Japan.

A deserted island in southwest Japan that once sheltered persecuted Christians.

Passengers are not allowed to set foot outside this station, but you can still enjoy spectacular views of the sea from the platform.

This massive, beautifully-lit underground quarry leaves visitors in awe.

The only Buddhist temple in Japan dedicated to breasts.

Though technically an illegal structure, this eclectic DIY apartment complex is beloved by its residents.

This amusement park brings a little slice of England to the heart of Kyushu.

This seven story Japanese love hotel now stands in ruins.

This historic castle is one of the oldest and most impressive in all of Japan.

This village is home to the largest existing settlement of the Ainu, the Indigenous people of Japan.

"Singing sands" and the world's largest hourglass reside near Japan's Kotogahama beach.

Located in a remote mountain valley in Yamagata Prefecture, these hot springs have attracted bathers for over 450 years.

Come for the fish sundae, stay for the collection of Studio Ghibli cat buses.

View Japan's most historic city from a cyberpunk walkway suspended 150 feet above the ground.

This quirky little private museum is home to more than a thousand stones, carved by nature, that resemble human faces.

Japan's hottest hot spring has a memorable name.

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

The floats housed in this hall are more than 100 years old, and are brought out for an annual celebration.

"The Dance of Fools" is Japan's largest dance festival.

High in the mountains of Kochi Prefecture, a magnificent library designed by a world-famous architect.

Fans line up at the crack of dawn for a slurpy bowl of deliciousness at this noodle counter inside a factory.