Fukuoka   is the largest city in Kyushu, South-Western Japan. Its moderate climate, beautiful scenery and great location have made it popular with travelers worldwide. Fukuoka was ranked as the best city in Asia by Asia week magazine for 1997, 1999 and 2000, because of its cleanliness, safety, excellent amenities and all-round good quality of life.

Kanazawa   Although it is a rich, lively city, life in Kanazawa is gentler and calmer than that of other big cities in Japan. Its situation between the mountains and the sea, and the Hakusan National Park and the Kaga Onsen hot springs give it a special charm.

Kyoto   It is said that the former capital of Japan, Kyoto, embodies the essence of the Japanese spirit. Located on south-central Honshu Island where it is cradled by mountains, Kyoto has been a center for art and culture in Japan for the last twelve centuries.

Tokyo   Tokyo is one of the world's most contradictory cities. On the one hand, blinding neon signs, incessant noise and bumper-to-bumper traffic can make this city of 12 million seem completely overwhelming. Yet behind the barely ordered chaos lie remnants of a very different past. Tranquil back streets, bonsai trees, ancient temples and shrines convey their quiet power to the traveler who is willing to look and listen.