Constructed thousands of years ago, these stone circles offer incredible insight into the lives of the people who built them.

A beautiful bamboo trail tucked in this famous Japanese Shrine.

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

A moss-covered statue of a Japanese Buddhist deity stands at a quiet temple in downtown Osaka.

This ordinary set of steps is a must-see destination for fans of a certain romantic anime.

One of the tallest statues in the world, and the tallest statue of a goddess in Japan.

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.”

A dilapidated amusement park with a million-dollar view.

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

This giant bronze Buddha, the third largest in Japan, is the last in an ill-fated series of statues.

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

The third-tallest statue in the world depicts the "Buddha of Infinite Light," complete with observation deck in his chest.

Founded over a thousand years ago, this shrine is said to be built on the site of a warlord's harem prison.

Burial mound for the ears and noses of thousands of mutilated Korean soldiers.

The ruins of Japan’s premier water brothel.

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

Each year this Japanese temple overflows with scowling, bearded good luck talismans.

This ruined Japanese stripclub sits half burnt to the ground.

Largest graveyard in all of Japan surrounds a famous mausoleum.

Closed for decades, this strange symbol of Japan's Expo '70 has finally opened its psychedelic insides to the public.

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

The tallest bronze seated statue of the Buddha in Japan.

The Hanshin Expressway goes right through its 5th, 6th, and 7th floors.

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