Kyoto is a city located in the central part of the island of Honshu, Japan. Formerly it was the imperial capital of Japan for more than one thousand years. One historical nickname for the city is the City of Ten Thousand Shrines.

In Hiroshima, due to the Second World War, the are many war monuments and memorials such as the Peace Park, the Peace Tower, and a peace museum. The original Hiroshima Castle (called Carp Castle),was destroyed in 1945 by the atomic bombing. However, it was reconstructed in the 50's and now houses a museum of the history of Hiroshima before World War II.

South Korea's second largest city, is a modern city lined with skyscrapers and beaches, while the city is also surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Seoul may be the capital but Busan is a bustling city with a soul of its own. Fresh seafood is a city staple as there are several markets offering locals the freshest of produce. Haeundae, is a well-known area by the beach offering delicious seafood. The city also has numerous trendy nightclubs for partying after a day spent exploring or laying on Haeundae Beach. The Busan International Film Festival is a popular event, drawing many visitors annually.

Incheon is a city of over 2.7 million people in South Korea. Visitors are advised to visit the Bupyeong district, where you can find many restaurants and shops, Liberty Park and the Incheon Islands, which are accessible by boat.

Jeju is the largest South Korean island. The subtropical climate attracts plenty of national and international visitors. Mountains and volcanoes traverse the island.

Nagasaki is located on the third-largest Japanese island of Kyushu on the south-west coast. The city became well known in 1945 when it suffered a nuclear bombing. The city is home to a range of museums, one of which is the atomic bomb museum which commemorates the city's past.

The Japanese port city of Kagoshima Kyushu lies in a bay on the southwestern tip of the island. The Sakura-jima volcano is one of the main attractions of Kagoshima. The geographical location of the city means that you will be able to enjoy the subtropical climate.

With its beautiful scenery - hotsprings, mountains in the background and sea at the front, Beppu attracts many tourists each year. Visit the Takasakiyama Monkey Park, or the Otobaru Waterfall. For the more adventurous, there is the Wonder Rakutenchi amusement park as well as the Firework Festival which takes place in late July.

Kōchi a major city located on the island of Shikoku in Japan.