2024-04-05 BUSAN 부산, SOUTH KOREA

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Busan, South Korea's second-largest city with 3.5 million inhabitants, is nestled on the southeastern tip of the Korean peninsula. It has the largest port in the country (5th largest in the world), biggest department store in the world, beautiful beaches and mountains, spas, and tasty seafood dishes.

The vibrant seafood market in Jagalchi is the most famous seafood market in Korea.

And walking through the old part of the city such as the Gamcheon offers the cozy atmosphere. It is also home to many events and festivals, such as the Busan International Film Festival, one of the most famous film festivals in Asia.

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2024-03-20 Ishigaki

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Ishigaki is a sleepy Japanese island where you will find quaint lighthouses and beautiful beaches. It is a small island with an area of 85 sq miles/ 220 sq km with a population hovering at 50,000 residents. Ishigaki Port is the 5th most popular of Japan's cruise ports as of 2017, and 4th for port calls by non-Japanese ships.

Yoneko Yaki Kobo Shisa Farm

Kabira Bay

The transparent waters are full of coral reefs, making scuba diving the number one activity on Ishigaki.

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2024-03-24 Kagoshima, Japan

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Kagoshima (600 000 hab,) is often compared with its Italian sister city Naples due to a similarly mild climate, palm tree-lined streets, relatively hot-tempered inhabitants and rumbling Mount Sakurajima, Kagoshima's Vesuvius.

The city has a rich history as the former seat of one of Japan's most powerful feudal clans, the Shimazu, who played a central role in the Meiji Restoration.

Sengan-en is a traditional Japanese garden and stately home located in Kagoshima, Japan. It was built by the Shimadzu clan, one of the most powerful feudal clans during the Edo period (1603-1868). 

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2024-03-27,28 Kobe and Kyoto

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Kobe, 1.5 million inhabitants, is located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is also considered one of Japan's most attractive cities. It has been an important port city for many centuries. Its port was among the first to be opened to foreign trade in the 19th century.

In 1995, Kobe was hit by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which killed over 5000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. Today the city is completely rebuilt, and few signs of the terrible event remain.

The Nunobiki Herb Garden is a stunning 40-acre botanical. It boasts over 75,000 herbs and flowers of 200 varieties.  

The Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum was opened in 1984 with the objective of collecting and conserving ancient tools as an example of Japanese cultural heritage.

Kyoto (京都, Kyōto) served as Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is one of the country's ten largest cities with 1.5 million inhabitants and a modern face.

Over the centuries, Kyoto was destroyed by many wars and fires, but due to its exceptional historic value, the city was dropped from the list of target cities for the atomic bomb and escaped destruction during World War II. Countless temples, shrines and other historically priceless structures survive in the city today.

Sanjusangendo is a temple famous for its 1001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. The temple was founded in 1164 and rebuilt a century later after the original structure had been destroyed in a fire.

Kiyomizudera is one of the most celebrated temples of Japan. It was founded in 780 on the site of the Otowa Waterfall. The temple is a UNESCO world heritage sites.

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2024-04-01 Himeji, Japan

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Himeji (500 000 h.), a vibrant city is synonymous with its iconic castle, Himeji-jo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But beyond the castle walls, Himeji offers a wealth of experiences, from historical and cultural treasures to natural landscapes and modern conveniences.

Towering over the city, Himeji Castle stands as a testament to Japan's architectural prowess. With its elegant white exterior, intricate design, and complex defense systems.

The serene Koko-en Garden garden is considered one of the most beautiful in Japan. Stroll through its manicured landscapes, admire its ponds and teahouses.

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2024-03-26, 04-02 Kochi, Japan

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Kochi (300 000) was once a center of Japanese samurai culture, and there are many historical sites to explore, such as Kochi Castle and the Katsurahama Beach Park. Kochi Castle, built in 1603, is one of Japan's finest surviving castles. Katsurahama Beach Park is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking.

Kochi is also home to the Kochi Castle is one of only 12 castles in Japan to have survived the fires, wars, and other catastrophes of the post-feudal era, and it is a designated National Treasure.

The Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden  was established in 1958 in honor of Tomitaro Makino, a famous Japanese botanist. It houses over 3,000 species of plants.

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2024-04-03 Hiroshima, Japan

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Hiroshima is a city in Japan with a rich and complex history. It is best known for being the first city in the world to be struck by an atomic bomb on August 6, 1945, during World War II.

Despite this tragic event, Hiroshima has rebuilt itself into a thriving city and is now a symbol of peace and resilience.

Shukkei-en Garden beautiful is a great place to relax and enjoy the scenery. It is one of the most famous gardens in Japan.

Hiroshima Castle was built in the 16th century and is one of the most famous castles in Japan.

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