Shibarare Jizo: The Rope-Tied Statue that Grants Wishes
Kinky? Spooky? Nah, this rope-tied “Shibarare Jizo” has an amusing story behind it, and I bet you’d want to tie a rope around it, too, when you learn what it’s all about.
When in Ishigaki, Go Stargazing
A small hill. Hammocks in the dark. Majestic skies and heartfelt music. Stargazing in Ishigaki soothes the soul and leaves you dreaming.
Unedori Shrine: Love Wishes on Red Strips of Cloth
People say that Unedori, your wish will come true if you write it on a red piece of cloth and tie it using only your left hand.
The Baby-Eating Enma Statue of Taisoji
“Shh,” the mother said to her baby. “Enma will eat you if you don’t behave.”
Otagi Nenbutsuji: Enjoy Autumn Leaves in Kyoto with Whimsical Stone Statues
Otagi Nenbutsuji features 1,200 stone statues, each with its own distinct face, standing against the fiery autumn colors of Arashiyama, Kyoto.
Ogouchi Shrine: Remnant of the Former Ogouchi Village
When a water reservoir displaces a village, its gods and goddesses need rehoming, too.
Mugiyama Floating Bridge: An Arresting Spectacle across Lake Okutama
One of the two pontoon bridges on Lake Okutama, Mugiyama Floating Bridge bobs on green waters and leads hikers to the foot of Mt. Mito.
Kipposhi: Have a Bowl of Blue Ramen in Tokyo
Tokyo’s blue ramen will chase your blues away. Visit Kipposhi for a dining experience that your eyes and tastebuds will love.
Le Shiner: Get Your Fill of Rainbow-Colored Food
Get your Harajuku on with Le Shiner and its Instagrammable-rainbow food including rainbow grilled cheese, corndogs, and more.
Asagaya Shinmeigu: Bracelet Charms & Crescent Moon Prayer Plaques
Fancy protective charms that can be worn as accessories and adorable prayer plaques shaped like the crescent moon—Asagaya Shinmeigu has some of the cutest shrine goods out there.
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