A bibliophile's heaven that contains hundreds of bookstores, offering over a third of secondhand books for sale in Tokyo.

Believed to hold the remains of Japan's most infamous fox spirit, this stone is said to kill those who dare approach.

Mythical beasts symbolizing the city of Tokyo guard a historic bridge.

A train ride to the middle of nowhere gives its passengers some of the most iconic views of Japan's seasons.

You can still find treasures on the pebbly beaches of one of the world's oldest jade-producing areas.

Sulphuric gases inhabit a beautiful Japanese island.

People from around the world visit the shrine of Japan’s legendarily loyal dog.

Largest graveyard in all of Japan surrounds a famous mausoleum.

A railway station takeout shop sells boxed meals in containers shaped like trains and snowmen that hold the country’s abundant regional delicacies.

This retro underwater observation tower would make the perfect lair for a sea-loving villain.

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.

The world’s first hotel to be run by robots.

The only thing sweeter than the potatoes is the canine proprietor of this roadside stall.

Colloquially known as “piss alley,” this narrow street filled with tiny bars and barbecue stands looks like it was pulled straight out of “Blade Runner.”

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

This isolated Japanese mountain village untouched by time showcases unique and stunning traditional architecture.

A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

A restaurant modeled after feudal Japan, where the waitstaff are trained as ninjas.

This historical theme park celebrates all things noodle.

This Buddhist temple is home to the graves of the Japanese national legends, the 47 Ronin.

This spa theme park lets its guests take a dip in pools of coffee, wine, or ramen broth.

Experience park where visitors are told to expect the unexpected.

This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.