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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Yoshimi

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Yoshimi, Japan

Updated March 19, 2021

Unusual Attractions in Yoshimi

Yoshimi, Japan

The Hundred Caves of Yoshimi

This ancient burial site was once thought to be the home of a race distinctive to Ainu folklore.

Yoshimi, Japan

Gankutsu Hotel

Chiseled out of a sandstone cliff, one farmer's unfinished art project lies in ruins.

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Morin-ji Temple

This temple is steeped in local folklore involving a teakettle and a raccoon dog.

13 miles from Yoshimi

Tokorozawa, Japan

"Ju-On: The Grudge" House

An infamous house made famous by director Takashi Shimizu.

16 miles from Yoshimi

Saitama, Japan

Tsuki Shrine

A unique Shinto shrine filled with bunnies and wordplay.

17 miles from Yoshimi

Chichibu, Japan

Wado Ruins

The birthplace of Japanese coinage.

19 miles from Yoshimi

Tokyo, Japan

The Akasaka Love Hotel

The demolished ruins of a poorly located Japanese Love Hotel.

19 miles from Yoshimi

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