An eerie maze of industrial factories looks like something out of a dystopian sci-fi.

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

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

Giant art made in Japanese rice fields.

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

Existing for more than four centuries, the last of Hakone’s historic teahouses serves a sweet, mold-based rice drink.

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.

A massive wintry wall of snow up to 66 feet tall flanks a highway through Japan's mountains.

This bridge is so steep it looks like a rollercoaster.

A network of sandy streets lined with verdant fukugi trees weaves throughout this tiny seaside town.

A museum dedicated to the history of Tokyo's often-overlooked working-class district.

An astounding annual light display honors the victims of one of Japan's most devastating earthquakes.

Every color in the rainbow awaits.

This historical theme park celebrates all things noodle.

Experience park where visitors are told to expect the unexpected.

The legendary birthplace of the Japanese maneki-neko is dotted with hundreds of lucky beckoning cats.

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 10,000 Torii shrine.

The magical, mossy forest that inspired Princess Mononoke.

A beautiful, dense forest in the shadow of Mount Fuji, with a tragic reputation.

Hot springs monkey spa in the middle of Hell's Valley.

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

On Japan's Tashirojima Island, cats are king.

An exquisite tunnel of cascading flowers.