If Hello Kitty were Mickey Mouse, this would be Disneyland.

The largest of the Fuji Five Lakes is home to an impressive swan population—some real, some with paddles, and one with an observation deck.

This western-themed amusement park is host to a large number of decaying animatronic cowboys.

These unconventional "tub boats" let locals row around the island's turbulent coast.

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.

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

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

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

Barbies stare from the walls, sit on the tables, and even pop out of cakes at this quirky cafe.

This historical theme park celebrates all things noodle.

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

A 70-foot-deep ice cave formed by lava from Mt. Fuji on the edge of Japan's "Suicide Forest." 

One in a pair of subterranean caves created by an ancient eruption of Mount Fuji.

Japanese national treasure originally built in 593 CE.

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

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

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

Hanging over one of Japan's "hidden valleys," these vine bridges must be remade every three years.

As the aging humans of this Japanese village die off one local artisan is replacing them with eerie homonculi.

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

This pair of small sea rocks has been "wed" using rope and ancient Shinto tradition.

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

Shells collected from over a hundred different countries line the walls, floors and ceilings of this fantasy museum.