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.

Taipei is a metropolitan city in northern Taiwan and the capital of the Republic of China. Culturally, it has to offer variety. The National Palace Museum, or the Mengjia Longshan Temple are definitely worth a visit.

Hualien is the capital of the district on the Pacific coast of Taiwan. The city, offers pleasant temperatures all year round is known for its beautiful surrounding landscape.

Ishigaki, the southernmost city in Japan, is in the Okinawa Prefecture and has a population of around 45,000. Gongen Do, a 250 year old shrine, is worth a visit, along with the neighbouring Buddhist temple.

Okinawa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Japan, particularly for European tourists. Its beautiful sandy beaches are lined with palm trees, and tourists will be impressed by its diverse culture.

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.

Toba is on the Japanese island of Shima has about 21,000 inhabitants. The town is famous for its pearls. Even today you can observe women in bright robes diving for pearls shells. Places of interest include the Toba Sea Folk Museum and Kata-jinja Shrine.

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.