Thanks to bullet trains, cheap flights, and punctual bus schedules, it’s easy to travel and explore while interning in Japan, but there are certain locations where it is best to settle for an internship placement.

Tokyo. With one of the largest populations in the world, Tokyo is an ideal place for internships in business, economics, or international relations. Tokyo is the most popular city for internship placements, with opportunities from Public Admin to Marketing and Journalism. From the cherry blossoms in Yoyogi Park, to the flashing lights of Akihabara (the Electronic District), Tokyo presents a dichotomy between strong tradition and modern pop culture.

The Kansai region, particularly Osaka and Kyoto, are also very popular for internships in Japan. Osaka is known for being the region’s economic powerhouse, while Kyoto, Japan’s capital until the late 19th century, is the historical and cultural center. But, if you’re really looking to get away, the island of Okinawa is cheaper, less crowded, and more relaxed than Honshu (the main island). Internships in Japan are also offered in the north on the island of Hokkaido, where interns can work in the city of Sapporo.