A tunnel of hardened lava along Maui’s famous Road to Hana.

A series of waterfalls and pools that flow through the 'Ohe'o Gulch and into the ocean.

This tiny Hawaiian island is slowly coming back to life after being bombed during naval training exercises.

This 19th-century church is now a popular roller rink.

Tiki luxury on Nob Hill.

A pair of slides and a tree-lined stair corridor have been an urban oasis for nearly 40 years.

Get lost in this haunting fairytale art walk through a man-made eucalyptus grove.

An artsy hidden staircase leads to breathtaking views of San Francisco.

Bring your own cardboard to the slippery slopes of concrete hidden in a neighborhood park.

Make your reservation to have coffee with some kitties.

This edible park is open to any and all foragers.

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

These unconventional "tub boats" let locals row around the island's turbulent coast.

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

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

A cool dive bar, off the beaten track.

Designed by a computer, this intricate network of fluorescent green pipes has taken over a subway station.

Hidden by the roadside in the Iya Valley, this gem brings together folk monsters and the region's unique geography.

More than 300 years old, Kyoto's historic "teahouse" still operates as an invitation-only geisha club.

Running through lush forests and across the Tadami River, this train line offers breathtaking views of rural Japan.

These unique toilets feature transparent glass covered in PDLC film.

Steampunk, humanoid sculptures crawl on all fours in a Tokyo plaza.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.