Panda Post Box at Ueno Park
Spot this unique post box on your way to Ueno Zoo.
Inari Kio: A Shrine to the Demon King?
This shrine in Shinjuku has “demon king” on its name plate, but nobody really knows why. What secrets does Inari Kio hold?
Sugatami no Ido: The Life Span-Divining Well of Chomeiji
There’s a spooky water well in Tokyo that can tell you how much longer you have left to live. Would you dare take a look?
Imado Shrine: Love & Lucky Cats in Asakusa
The lucky cats of Imado Shrine beckon love and bring good fortune.
Yoshiwara Today: Remnants of Tokyo’s Red-Light District
Behind the fame and allure of Yoshiwara is a tragic past built on the slavery of women. Here’s what it looks like today.
Toyoiwa Inari: A Hidden Gem in Ginza
People come to Ginza for its luxury shops and elegant cafes, but hidden in a small alley is a tiny…
The Mysterious Kappa Hand at Kappadera Sogenji Temple
Sogenji is an unusual temple in Tokyo that’s home to the mummified hand of a kappa, a playful supernatural entity from Japanese folklore.
Okutama Industrial Hikawa Plant: Factory in the Woods
Okutama is known for its lush nature, which is why the sight of a run-down factory with mountains in the…
The Murderous Old Hag of Ubagaike: A Tokyo Lore
A small pond in Asakusa, Ubagaike was once the site of a series of gruesome murders. The culprit? The old hag the pond was named after.
Oiwa Inari Shrine and the Big Bad Boss of Vengeful Female Ghosts
Meet Lady Oiwa, the big bad boss of vengeful female ghosts.