You can walk to the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, in Taiwan’s capital of Taipei, in under 30 minutes from Taipei’s main train station. The memorial honors a former Chinese president whose defeated forces retreated to the island in 1949.

In the bustling city of Seoul, fans of art and Korean culture can always find something to see and do.

Mount Asama is one of Japan’s most active volcanoes and its murderous 18th century eruption is a tragic page in the nation’s history. Still, the mountain is a popular hiking destination.

The Mikasa, located along the Yokosuka waterfront, is a perfect place to learn about an important part of Japanese history.

Find shimmering ocean views and up-close experiences with aquatic wildlife at Shimoda Underwater Aquarium, on the southern coast of Japan’s Izu Peninsula.

Self-described “elder millennial” Iliza Shlesinger riffs on familiar topics from a fresh perspective, and her shows are for mature (18 and older) audiences, who should expect ribald, observational comedy on dating, gender differences, bra engineering and “the reason women talk a lot.”

Otherwise known as Rabbit Island, Okuno-jima is home to a dark past. During World War II, this island was used by Imperial Japan for research and development of chemical weapons.

The Nijigen No Mori theme park, developed by Toho Studios, presents ziplining guests with two options: the stalwart may fly right into the mouth of the 65-foot-high beast (absent its breath of fire); the less adventurous may glide alongside the exterior.

Lungshan Temple in Taipei was established in 1738 during the Qing dynasty. It has been damaged numerous times, including during the war and in earthquakes and fires, but it has always been rebuilt.

Now a commercial beach resort, All Hands Beach looks like a set from a movie about an exotic tropical paradise. The resort is within Subic Bay Freeport Zone, allowing visits by U.S. service members who are restricted to that area while on temporary duty.

Odaiba, a man-made island in Tokyo, is home to Joypolis, one of a chain of indoor parks built by video game giant Sega. The Odaiba version, billed as the largest indoor theme park in Japan, boasts three floors of interactive games and virtual and real thrill rides for nonstop enjoyment.

Sightseers who ascend high enough can see across the DMZ and into a scenic and mysterious North Korean vista.

Many opportunities for recreation and education exist around Japan’s beautiful and iconic Mount Fuji.

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is a large aquarium and animal exhibit within the sprawling Prince Hotel complex in central Tokyo. It boasts more than 18,000 animals, with about 450 species represented there.

One of Asia’s tallest structures, Namsan Seoul Tower has become one of Korea’s most famous tourist attractions. The main observation deck offers truly exceptional views.

Onna no Eki Nakayukui Market, whose name translates roughly to “Roadside Station,” offers the very best of Okinawan food and souvenirs in one convenient location.

This historical site in the heart of Seoul was first erected in 1395 and is one of the first and largest of the royal palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty.

The Namco Akihabara arcade competes for consumer time in Tokyo’s Akihabara district with a wide variety of video games, claw machines and activities available.

Nezu’s collection, mostly from the collection of successful businessman and politician Kaichiro Nezu Sr., boasts a wide range of art, from paintings and calligraphy to metalwork and armor.