Tokyo is a city on the main Japanese island of Honshu. Around a quarter of the Japanese population live within the Tokyo Metropolis. Sights such as the royal residence of Japan - the Imperial Palace and the record breaking Tokyo Tower are not to be missed!

Shimizu is a small town of 10,000 in the Hokkaido Prefecture. The town lies at the foot of the highest mountain in Japan, Mount Fujiyama, and offers a magnificent view of the summit. The city is located on Honshu, the main Japanese island. Do not miss the temple, located on the mountainside.

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Kobe is the fifth-largest city in Japan and is the capital of HonshuHyōgo Prefecture on the southern side of the main island of Honshū. The nearby Mount Rokko is ideal for hiking. The city has various museums, many Asian temples and picturesque parks where you can spend your leisure time. From the city tower platform (90-meter-high) you can enjoy a breathtaking view over the city, the sea and the whole region.

Kobe is the fifth-largest city in Japan and is the capital of HonshuHyōgo Prefecture on the southern side of the main island of Honshū. The nearby Mount Rokko is ideal for hiking. The city has various museums, many Asian temples and picturesque parks where you can spend your leisure time. From the city tower platform (90-meter-high) you can enjoy a breathtaking view over the city, the sea and the whole region.

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

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.

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.