The Statues of Namahage are located at the entrance of Oga Peninsula, Akita. They are the main feature of the Oga Visitor's Center. The height of the statue is 49 feet (15 meters) tall. Namahage is the famous Ogre of Akita prefecture.
June 27, 2023
York, England
A unique tribute to the chocolatey past that helped shape one British city.
Prague, Czechia
The statue of a cursed knight is said to come to life every 100 years.
London, England
This statue in Holland Park might be one of London’s oldest outdoor statues, but its exact origins are unknown.
Yokohama, Japan
Commemorating the Japanese migration to Peru, this statue has a sister standing across the Pacific.
Galveston, Texas
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London, England
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Madrid, Spain
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