Kobe, on the southern side of the main island of Honshū is located on a hillside sloping down toward Osaka Bay. In ancient times, Kobe was an important port in the early days of Japan's trade with China, and was one of the first settlements for foreigners in the mid 19th century. Its relatively small size mean Kobe's neighbourhoods are easily traversed on foot, while the subway system is simple to navigate your way around.

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South Korea's second largest city, is a modern port town with skyscrapers and beaches, while the city is also surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Seoul may be the capital but Busan is an energetic city with a soul of its own. Fresh seafood is a city staple as there are sprawling markets offering locals the freshest variety of produce. The city also has numerous trendy nightclubs for partying after a day spent exploring or laying on Haeundae Beach, while October welcomes the Busan International Film Festival.

Tsuruga is a port city in the Fukui Prefecture of Japan. There are many historical and natural sights to be visited.

Niigata is the capital and the most populous city of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is famous for its high quality rice, beautiful coastal and mountainous sceneries, spectacular firework displays in summer, skiing in winter and year-round hot spring bathing.

Hakodate is sitauted on Japan's northern island, Hokkaido. The Seikan Tunnel connects the city of Hakodate with Honshu, the main island of Japan. Visitor attractions are, for example, the Goryokaku, which today is a park with a museum and observation tower, the remains of the first modern forts of Japan and former seat of government of the Republic of Ezo was.

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 its charm. Yokohama is particularly popular due to its lively arts scene and impressive bay area.