A mysterious set of tunnels carved in the hills of rural northern Kyushu.

This traditional Japanese-style house doubles as one of James Turrell's colorful works of art.

The small candy-colored ride is the last rooftop Ferris wheel in Tokyo.

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

One of the world's largest tanks mimics the experience of watching rare whale sharks, giant rays, and deep sea creatures from the ocean floor.

This subterranean spot might be the epitome of Japan's baroque, retro coffee houses.

A statue erected on an infamous cliff where young boys would hold dangerous "pee offs" to prove their mettle.

This sprawling scenic burial ground is the final resting place of Japan's last shogun.

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

A 59-ft. robot statue looks over the citizens of earthquake-ravaged Kobe.

This mountain's identity is stuck somewhere between a nightmare and a scenic tourist attraction.

For hundreds of years, participants in this Japanese festival have been making babies cry to ward off demons.

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.”

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.

The ruins of Japan’s premier water brothel.

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

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

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

Giant animal sculptures are created with the rice straw leftover from the fall harvest each year.

Thirty architectural gems from the 19th- and early 20th-century Tokyo were restored and relocated to this space.

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

Largest graveyard in all of Japan surrounds a famous mausoleum.

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

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