Osaka is Japan’s third largest city, with a population of around 2.6 million. The city has a longer history than Tokyo as a metropolis of Japan, and has prospered as a centre of commerce for many years. It has today developed into the central city of West Japan, with an international airport and many amusement facilities.
Osaka city is mainly divided in two areas, Kita (north) and Minami (south), and it is Minami area where you will find more bustling character of Osaka. The vitality and charm of Osaka’s distinctive performing arts and food culture attract many visitors to the city.

Kyoto, one of Japan’s ancient capitals, prospered as a hub of politics, economy and culture for some 1100 years, before the capital was relocated in the 19th century to its present location, Tokyo. Kyoto is home to many elaborate gardens, temples and shrines built during this long period. Kyoto is overflowing with World Heritage listed cultural artefacts and architecture.
In the traditional cobblestone streets of Kyoto, maiko (apprentice geisha) walk through the rows of old houses. Traditional arts and crafts continue to thrive in Kyoto, and it is here that you will experience the Japan of old.

Founded as the first permanent capital of Japan, Nara commemorates its 1300th anniversary of foundation in 2010. With its countless shrines, temples, and museums, which take you back through history, Nara is an ideal place to stroll around and discover the heart of Japanese culture.
At present, Nara has the honour of preserving the world’s oldest wooden monuments, which are designated as World Cultural Heritages. Many of the heritages are located in northern Nara with a highlight in Nara Park surroundings where you will find Todaiji, National Museums, Kasuga Taisha, and other valuable facilities.

A short bullet train ride from Osaka (around 90 minutes) will bring you to the city of Hiroshima. Hiroshima is known as the first city devastated by an atomic bomb during World War II. Today, Hiroshima is a city of peace, where citizens continue to advocate the importance of peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons by conveying their experiences through monuments and museums.
Off the coast of Hiroshima is the small island of Miyajima, home to the symbolic grand red torii standing in the sea. The red torii of Itsukushima Shrine floating in the sea, is famous as one of Japan’s three most beautiful views.