Hiroshima
Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture, and the largest city in the Chūgoku region of western Honshu, the largest island of Japan. It is best known as the first city in history to be targeted by a nuclear weapon when the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) dropped an atomic bomb on it at 8:15 A.M. on August 6, 1945, near the end of World War II.
Hakata, Japan
Hakata, now effectively part of Fukuoka, is one of Japan’s most outward-facing gateways, shaped by a history of trade and contact with Korea and China that sets it apart from the country’s more inward cultural patterns. Its port and major rail hub give it constant movement, while its local cuisine—especially tonkotsu ramen—has earned an almost cult reputation. It lacks the grandeur of Tokyo and the romantic image of Kyoto, yet it offers a more human scale, lively nightlife, and a sense of authenticity that many travelers prefer over the overexposed Japanese clichés.
Hong Kong, China
Visit the night market of Jordan street and savor seafood delicacies in Kwo Tong. Ride the funicular to reach the top of Victoria hill, about 554 meters high and admire the commanding view of Hong Kong. It's strongly suggested to have a walk in Nathan and Canton avenues at Kaouloun peninsula. Both avenues are a commercial paradise in Hong Kong. Countless shopping malls and branded stores are waiting for you to do your shopping .
Kochi, Japan
Kochi is a city on the island of Shikoku in Japan and the capital of Kochi Prefecture. It is best known for Kochi Castle, one of the few original Japanese castles still standing, as well as for Hirome Market, one of the country’s largest open-air markets. The area is famous for its local cuisine, especially katsuo no tataki (lightly seared bonito), and every August the city hosts the colorful Yosakoi Festival.
Kagoshima, Japan
Kagoshima is the capital city of Kagoshima Prefecture at the southwestern tip of the island of Kyushu in Japan, and the largest city in the prefecture by some margin.Kagoshima is approximately 40 minutes from Kagoshima Airport, and the city features large shopping districts and malls, is served by trams, and has many restaurants featuring Satsuma Province regional cuisine.
Nagasaki, Japan
The Japanese city of Nagasaki is built on a long narrow bay which forms a natural harbor on the Kyushu island. After 1571 the town grew rapidly and turned into a trade center and important port. Gradually, developed in a large base of Japanese Navy. Nagasaki is best known for the atomic bomb attack during the Second World War.
Kyoto (Osaka)
Kyoto is a city in the central part of the island of Honshu, Japan. It has a population close to 1.5 million. Formerly the imperial capital of Japan, it is now the capital of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as a major part of the Kyoto-Osaka-Kobe metropolitan area. Ranked as the 11th of the world's most livable cities in the magazine Monocle in 2012, Kyoto was praised for its history and compact city solutions such as its own subway system.
Taipei(Keelung), Taiwan
Keelung, located on the northern coast of Taiwan, is a dynamic and culturally rich port city that offers cruise passengers a vibrant mix of tradition, modernity, and stunning coastal scenery. As one of Taiwan’s major cruise gateways, Keelung welcomes visitors with its bustling harbor, colorful night markets, historic temples, and easy access to nearby natural wonders. Just a short drive from the capital, Taipei, Keelung is the perfect entry point for discovering both urban sophistication and authentic local life. Visitors can explore the famous Miaokou Night Market, where the scent of sizzling seafood and traditional Taiwanese delicacies fills the air, or take a walk through the lively streets lined with colonial-era architecture and cultural landmarks. The nearby Yehliu Geopark offers a striking contrast, with its dramatic rock formations sculpted by sea and wind—a natural wonder that captivates photographers and nature lovers alike.
