The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

A magical place that lets you play in and explore the world of Studio Ghibli.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

Twelve hundred stone carvings guard this off-the-beaten-path Buddhist temple.

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

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

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

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

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

The self-mummified monks of Japan.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

A beautiful bamboo trail tucked in this famous Japanese Shrine.

Japanese national treasure originally built in 593 CE.

This mesmerizingly colorful pond looks like a scene straight out of a fairytale.

The freshest fish here are the ones you catch yourself.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

Japanese island famous for poison gas and fluffy bunnies.

Open-air museum with an elaborate sculpture garden, stretching for over 70,000 square-meters.

Go through the looking glass in Tokyo's Wonderland-themed shop.

Drinkslinger is an unlikely vocation for a Buddhist monk, but at this Tokyo bar the enlightenment is served in a martini glass.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

Tokyo’s only Ainu restaurant serves Indigenous food from northern Japan.

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

The bartenders at this crime-fighting theme cafe are actual private detectives by day.