Ultra-modern, yet steeped in history, Taipei is the political, economic, and cultural center of Taiwan. At the heart of Taiwanese culture is food, and the city\'s diverse culinary repertoire features everything from local delicacies such as stinky tofu and pearl milk tea to the questionably unique fried crickets and chicken testicles. Second only to eating, shopping is a pastime enjoyed by many of Taipei\'s inhabitants. With the selection of glitzy malls, upscale boulevards and cutting-edge electronics emporiums, serious shoppers are sure to be kept occupied.
Naha is a city situated in Okinawa, Japan. The city was officially founded on 1921. The name of Naha comes from its original name, Naba, which was the name of a large, mushroom-shaped stone in the city. The city is the political, economic, and education center of Okinawa Prefecture. Naha is a modern yet historical city. After the battle of Okinawa in World War II, the entire city had to be rebuilt. Shuri Castle is one of the most important historical sites in Naha.