Kodiak, Alaska
Kodiak is the second largest island in the area of the U.S., state of Alaska, after the island of Hawaii. Salmon, halibut, the unique Kodiak Bear, Sitka Deer (black tail), and mountain goats invite hunting tourists as well as fishermen to the Kodiak Archipelago.
Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage is located in Southcentral Alaska, in one of the most spectacular settings of the world. It is Alaska's largest city, a vibrant metropolis with so many things to do and so much to see. You can step on a glacier, view the wildlife closer than ever and live experiences that you will never forget.
Beppu, Japan
Beppu is located on Kyushu Island, Japan. It is a city known for its hot springs. Therefore many modern spa resorts have developed in the area. The highlight attraction are eight geothermal sources of boiling water and mud, known as "Hells of Beppu".
Dutch Harbor, Alaska
Dutch Harbor lies within the city limits of Unalaska and is connected to Unalaska by a bridge. The Aleut or Unangan have lived on Unalaska Island for thousands of years. The Unangan people, who were the first to inhabit the island of Unalaska, named it "Ounalashka" meaning ‘Near the Peninsula’. Dutch Harbor was so named by the Russians because they believed that a Dutch vessel was the first European ship to enter the harbor. The port of Unalaska / Dutch Harbor is the main port and field base for the storied Bering Sea king crab fishery.
The Russian influence is best viewed by touring the Holy Ascension Russian Orthodox Cathedral, one of the oldest cruciform-style Russian churches in the country. The Cathedral is a National Historic Landmark and houses one of Alaska's largest and richest collections of Russian artifacts, religious icons and art pieces, some having been donated to the church directly from Catherine the Great. Dutch Harbor is also known to War veterans and history buffs as the only land in North America, besides Pearl Harbor, that was bombed by Japanese zeros during World War II. Tour the many remnants and remembrances of military presence throughout the island as well as at the WWII Historical Center. The sites and the Historic Center are part of the WWII National Historic Area opened by the National Park Service in 2002.
Hakodate, Japan
It rejoices in breathtaking news,delicious fresh seafood and a nagnificent natural enviroment.
Located at the southernmost tip of Hokkaido,Hokodate is the third largest city on the northern island.It rejoices in breathtaking news, delicioius fresh seafood and a nagnificent natural environment.In 1859,Hakodate Port opened as one of the first international trading ports in Japan,along with Yokohama and Nagasaki.This direct influence of foreign cultures has worked on the city to create a unique cityscape that boasts a blend of foreign and Japanese culture to this day.
Hitachinaka, Japan
Hitachinaka is a city located near the Tokyo metropolitan, within approximately 110 kilometers of the city and northeast of the center of Ibaraki Prefecture. It is situated on the great Pacific Ocean. Hitachinaka City is blessed with a traditional history and magnifi cent nature around the area, as well as incredible seafood. The town combines the fl avor of bygone days with a modern atmosphere.
Seoul (Incheon) (South Korea)
Seoul, located in the northwest of South Korea, is its capital and largest metropolis. Seoul is a modern, global city, with an infrastructure technologically advanced. Visiting Seoul, you have the opportunity to see many historical and cultural landmarks, museums, religious buildings and parks.
Kochi, Japan
Kochi is the capital of the homonymous county located on the southern coast of Shikoku Island in Japan. It is the political, cultural, economic and commercial center of the county. A city with rich tourist attractions such as Kochi Castle, old breweries, traditional markets as well as thermal springs where the visitor can refresh himself both physically and mentally. The view of the city from the public park on Godaisan mountain is amazing, while the walk in the Makino botanical garden compensates all those who visit him.
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.
Ketchikan, Alaska, USA
Ketchikan, the picturesque world capital of salmon is the starting point for seaplane excursions visiting the National Monument of Misty Fiords, a huge area of wild nature. It also hosts the Tlingkit Indians of Alaska and the largest collection of totem in the world. The traditions are alive, allowing you to experience their rich rituals.
Kushiro, Japan
Kushiro is a Japanese city and an open port for trading with the United States and the United Kingdom.This city offers many things to do such as ice hockey which is one of the most popular winter sports in this area.Fishing and a round of banana boat on ice are experiences that visitors need to try.Tourists should,also, visit the Akan National Park and see the protected species which live in the Akan Lake as well as admire the astonishing sunset from this part of the city!
Miyako, Iwate
Port of Miyako is located in the center of the coastal area of Iwate Prefecture facing the North Pacific Ocean.
The port, blessed with rich Sanriku offshore fisheries and sheltered from the open sea by Omoe Peninsula where the easternmost point of Japan mainland is located, has prospered in the fishing and shipping industries since it was opened in 1615.
Miyako, located in the center of anriku Geopark and anriku Fukko (reconstruction) National Park attracts many tourists with its distinctive and spectacular landscapes such as odogahama Beach and hiofuki-ana (blowhole).
Nagoya, Japan
Nagoya is the largest city in the Chūbu region of Japan. It is the third-largest incorporated city and the fourth most populous urban area in Japan. Nagoya lies north of Ise Bay on the Nōbi Plain. Nagoya's two most famous sightseeing spots are Atsuta Shrine and Nagoya Castle. Atsuta Shrine is known as the second-most venerable shrine in Japan. The Nagoya City Science and Art Museums, located in Shirakawa Park, not far from Fushimi Subway Station.
Tokyo
Tokyo is the capital of Japan. At over 12 million people in the official metropolitan area alone, Tokyo is the core of the most populated urban area in the world, Greater Tokyo (which has a population of 35 million people). This huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of old Japan, and has something for everyone.
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.
Shanghai, China
Shanghai is located in the Yangtze River Delta in eastern China and once was a fishing and textiles town. Shanghai grew in importance in the 19th century due to European recognition of its favorable port location and economic potential.Is a popular tourist destination renowned for its historical landmarks such as The Bund, City God Temple and Yuyuan Garden, as well as the extensive and growing Pudong skyline.
Sitka (Alaska)
Sitka was once the center of fur trade of the Russian empire. This heritage is visible all around-the Cathedral of St.Michael with the onion-shaped dome, and the Indian fort where the Tlingkit Indians were fighting the Russians settlers. To learn more you can explore the Sitka Sound, visit a desert camp for fishing and wonder in the rainforest with a local guide.
Vancouver (British Columbia)
Enjoy one of the mildest climates in Canada, spend the day watching the fascinating vegetation of Boutsart Gardens or tasting wines from the Okanagan Valley. Vancouver is surrounded by water on three sides and is close to Coast Mountain area.