The Japanese badger is a burrowing mammal that is found throughout Japan and is known for its distinctive facial markings.

The Japanese woodpecker is a species of woodpecker that is found throughout Japan's forests and is known for its distinctive red head.

The Hells of Beppu in Beppu, a city on the island of Kyushu, are a series of hot springs that are too hot for bathing, but are a unique and interesting sight to see.