An overgrown and largely forgotten cemetery lies hidden within the outskirts of Amsterdam.

A failed Russian themed village and amusement park in Niigata prefecture.

A derelict New Zealand-themed amusement park in Japan.

This “peasant café” in the middle of Tokyo re-creates the atmosphere of the Japanese countryside.

Fans line up at the crack of dawn for a slurpy bowl of deliciousness at this noodle counter inside a factory.

A deserted island in southwest Japan that once sheltered persecuted Christians.

Japan's hottest hot spring has a memorable name.

Ever needed a chocolate-filled crepe in the wee hours of the morning?

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

This temple is steeped in local folklore involving a teakettle and a raccoon dog.

A railway station takeout shop sells boxed meals in containers shaped like trains and snowmen that hold the country’s abundant regional delicacies.

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 historic hydroelectric power plant in Japan has been preserved and is open to the public.

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

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

Make your own fake treats at this factory and workshop in the epicenter of Japan's food replica industry.

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.”

Children's literature inside, forest all around.

A calico cat named Tama was the wildly popular Super Station Master at this train stop in southeast Japan.

The Buddhist temples of Yamadera, built into a mountain side, feature a viewing deck with sweeping views.

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

White beach sands made of the remains of tiny, star shaped creatures.

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

These Japanese gardens are blankets of light for dark winter nights.