This small provincial town is the main transportation hub for the entire Yaeyama Islands group, offering a major airport and a cruise terminal, plus a good range of shops, restaurants and bars. The island is renowned for its beaches and jungle scenery.

Miyakojima, also known as Miyako Island, is Okinawa’s fourth largest island and known for its lovely beaches and excellent coral reefs. The island’s tropical climate make it a popular year-round destination. The island is densely planted with sugar cane fields.
 

Fukuoka is an important harbour city in Japan. The city enjoys an abundant supply of fresh seafood and excellent cuisine.

Once a thriving port city and the prosperous capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, Naha retains much of its original energy and bustle. Today, the city is the cultural and economic hub of Okinawa, and is also an important transportation hub.
 

A vibrant and charming city, Nagasaki boasts a rich trading history, picturesque churches, shrines and temples, and a diverse culinary scene, set around a beautiful harbour.

Situated in the western prefecture of Nagasaki, Sasebo is a romantic port city reputed for its scenic beauty, relics of centuries-old culture and modern seaside resorts.