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Seoul is South Korea’s capital and largest city. For travelers, the highlights are the contrast between its more than 2,000-year history, historic sites such as Changdeokgung Palace, Jongmyo, the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty, and Sungnyemun, and the energy of a modern metropolis. Rainfall is higher in July, so it’s wise to plan an indoor backup for outdoor activities; August is hotter, so remember to stay hydrated.

Tokyo Metropolis is the only administrative division in Japan named “to,” and it governs 23 wards, 26 cities, 5 towns, and 8 villages, with the Metropolitan Government Office located in Shinjuku City. Since 2019, related data has indicated that it holds an important position in world GDP, the economy, culture, politics, and transportation.

Okinawa Prefecture is one of Japan’s prefectures, located in the southwesternmost part of Japan, and its prefectural capital is Naha City. Its name comes from the Okinawan people’s self-designation for the main island, and in 1879 it was reorganized from Ryukyu Domain into Okinawa Prefecture. The entire area has a subtropical climate, with warm temperatures and abundant rainfall throughout the year; the average temperature in July is 28.2°C, the average temperature in January is 17.6°C, the average monthly rainfall in June is 215.4 mm, and the annual rainfall is 1753.3 mm.

Fukuoka Prefecture centers on the urban convenience of Fukuoka City, the harbor views from Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Tower, and can also extend to Dazaifu Tenmangu, motsunabe, Yufuin Kinrinko, Takachiho Gorge, and other different landscapes. August is relatively hot, and June has higher rainfall, so it is advisable to drink plenty of water in summer and have indoor backup plans during the rainy season.

In Shizuoka, you can combine views of Mount Fuji, seaside shrines, fish markets, and shopping in Gotemba in a multi-themed itinerary. Mishima Sky Walk, Asagiri Kogen, Oishi Park, and Oshino Hakkai all bring mountain scenery into the journey. August tends to be hot, while July sees more rain, so stay hydrated outdoors and have a rainy-day alternative in mind.

Yamanashi is best known for its views of Mount Fuji. Take the Lake Kawaguchi Ropeway for sweeping views of the mountain and lake, see the Chureito Pagoda with Mount Fuji in the background at Arakurayama Sengen Park, stroll around Oshino Hakkai, or watch the sunrise while soaking at Hottarakashi Onsen. August can be hot, so plan breaks and stay hydrated. July is rainy, so it’s a good idea to have indoor alternatives.

Kyoto Prefecture centers on Kyoto City’s temples and shrines, gardens, castles, and shopping streets, with visits to Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, and Nishiki Market, and walks through the Arashiyama bamboo grove. August is hot, July has higher rainfall, so outdoor plans should include breaks for rest and hydration and allow for indoor backup options.

Osaka Prefecture is one of the prefectures in Japan's Kansai region, with the prefectural capital located in Osaka City. During 1991–2020, the hottest month on average was August, with a monthly average temperature of 27.5°C; the coldest month was January, with a monthly average temperature of 4.4°C; the wettest month was June, with monthly rainfall of 193.5 mm, and annual rainfall was 1455.4 mm.

Taipei is the capital of Taiwan, located in northern Taiwan. The establishment of Taipei city can be traced back to Taipei Prefecture, established in 1876 in the late Qing dynasty, and Taipei City Wall, completed in 1884; it became the capital in 1949 and was upgraded to a special municipality in 1967. The average temperature in July is 28.5°C, in January 15.6°C, the average rainfall in August is 294.4 mm, and the annual rainfall is 2077.3 mm.