One of the most well-known city festivals in the world.

A monument to the three wars that led to German unification towers within a Berlin traffic circle.

This historic stone bridge has an entire neighborhood clinging to its sides.

A striking 12th-century-style castle built on the edge of a cliff.

This medieval castle overlooking the Elzbach river looks just like it did hundreds of years ago.

The birthplace of an eccentric alchemist and possible inspiration for the fictional reanimator of monsters.

The fairy tale castle of the "fairy-tale king."

According to one legend, this bridge was crafted after monkeys formed a body-bridge across the gorge.

Nope, not the one in France. The only officially-recognized reproduction of Monet’s garden in Giverny is located in a remote corner of Japan.

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

One of the tallest statues in the world, and the tallest statue of a goddess in Japan.

This adorable birdlike police box is designed based on a play on words.

The iconic castle that withstood a magnitude 6.2 earthquake has become a symbol of resilience.

This bridge is so steep it looks like a rollercoaster.

Each year this Japanese temple overflows with scowling, bearded good luck talismans.

This Kyoto Starbucks takes coffee drinkers back in time.

Be a ninja - or just act like one.

An unlikely hit, this museum is dedicated to the inventor of instant ramen and cup noodles.

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

Coast along one of Japan’s mountain railways for coveted views of magnificent hydrangeas.

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

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

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

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.