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

Only the face remains of this giant Buddha statue, which is said to be a source of luck for students.

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

If you forgot something to read during your trip to Tokyo, this hostel has you covered.

Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.

A Catholicism-themed restaurant where sacrilege is on the menu.

Transport yourself to the 1980s era of video games at this themed restaurant and bar.

A miniature shrine in the busy corner of Tokyo's historic Broadway, honoring a sextet of unusual entertainment gods.

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.

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

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

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

Daikon radishes are offered to the Japanese Buddhist counterpart of the Hindu god Ganesha at this historic hilltop temple.

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

An ancient passage filled with stalls selling used books, once frequented by Vincent Van Gogh.

One of Amsterdam's narrowest houses is located right across the canal from its widest.

Amsterdam's former hotspot for public executions and dissections.

Europe's first floating restaurant is home to a hilarious legend.

The history and future of cannabis.

Amsterdam's Red Light District leaves little to the imagination.

This museum housed in a former brothel explores the past and present of sex work in Amsterdam.

This 22-floor tower's Skydeck offers panoramic views of Amsterdam.

Colorful and chaotic stacked hotel in North Holland.