The Japanese city of Yokohama is known as an industrial and commercial city and is part of the metropolitan area of Tokyo. After Tokyo, Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan. The geographical position of the city is on the bay of Tokyo which adds to the charm and atmosphere of the city. Yokohama is particularly popular due to its lively arts scene and impressive bay area.

Himeji is located in Japan and was founded on April 1, 1889. The city is home to to a wonderful architectual style, reminiscent of the past. The castle of Himeji-jo has been protected by UNESCO since 1993 when it was declared a World Heritage Site. The surrounding park attrats many visitors with its Hanami Cherry Blossom Festival.

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

The Kanmon Straits or Straits of Shimonoseki is the stretch of water separating two of Japan's four main islands.

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.

Sakaiminato, which lies at the northern end of the peninsula and Yumigahama, is a city in the Tottori Prefecture in Japan.