The frozen treats at this Cape Town parlor are inspired by Africa's food cultures.

Many generations ago, it was said that one could find celestial splendor in a lush meadow not far from this very marker according to the lore of the fictional world Kcymaerxthaere.

The haunting beauty of this little-visited wreck makes it a true hidden treasure.

Thanks to a quirk of elevation this gift shop produces magic doughnuts that are found nowhere else on Earth.

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

Come for the fish sundae, stay for the collection of Studio Ghibli cat buses.

These wondrously illuminated caverns extend under the mountains of the Fukushima Prefecture.

Nestled in an unassuming residential area, this "forbidden forest" is rumored to spirit away those who dare to enter.

You can still find treasures on the pebbly beaches of one of the world's oldest jade-producing areas.

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

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

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

Serving you alcohol with a side of insanity. Also, costumes!

A real-life replica of a home from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved movie "My Neighbor Totoro."

This subterranean spot might be the epitome of Japan's baroque, retro coffee houses.

The 43-mile route crosses through six islands with gorgeous views of the Seto Inland Sea.

Legend holds eating just one of these black eggs can add seven years to one's life.

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

Reportedly 1,400 years old, this may be the first of the Fiji Mermaids.

A restaurant modeled after feudal Japan, where the waitstaff are trained as ninjas.

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

Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

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

The magical, mossy forest that inspired Princess Mononoke.