Beijing, known as Peking, is the capital of the People's Republic of China.

Luoyang is a former capital of China and part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nanjing, the 'Southern Capital', is one of the four Great Ancient Capitals of China.

Xi'an, a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China, is one of the oldest cities in the country.

Chengdu is one of the three most populous cities in western China and often considered as the hub of technology, finance, and commerce.

Fukuhara-kyō once stood as a vibrant center of political power.

Osaka is Japan's second largest metropolis and known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food.

Nagaoka-kyō served as the capital of Japan during part of the 8th century.

Kyoto is a city located in the central part of the island of Honshu, Japan.

Heian-kyō was the former capital of Japan, serving as its political and cultural hub.