Only recently added to the shrine, this googly-eyed snail demon of unknown origin is said to have eye-healing powers.

This giant fashion model is one of the most beloved symbols of Nagoya.

This phallic temple was erected in the forest to honor the tragic death of a samurai lord's son.

One of the few surviving World War II-era air-raid shelters in Tokyo.

The only Buddhist temple in Japan dedicated to breasts.

A unique Shinto shrine filled with bunnies and wordplay.

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

Largest graveyard in all of Japan surrounds a famous mausoleum.

The divine septet of Japanese fortune gods are rendered in 1,000 year old wood at this peaceful site.

Inside the columbarium, thousands of colorful, high-tech Buddhas guard the ashes of the dead.

A King Kong-like gorilla hangs from the top of this commercial building in Tokyo.

A remarkable lava formation encloses a line of Buddhist statues that can't be accurately counted, according to local mythology.

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

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

The world's largest drain sits below the city of Kasukabe, Japan.

This ancient temple is set up to take you on a pilgrimage of self.

A Japanese cat island also populated by the descendants of a band of banished samurai.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

Shrine to Japanese water-goblins, complete with their preserved body parts.

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

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

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

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

An eerie reminder to the horrors of World War II.