According to CN Traveler's poll, Tokyo (Japan) continues to hold the top position as the world's most favorite large city for three consecutive years.
Tokyo attracts tourists by the blend of modern and traditional features.
Based on reviews from international travelers and CN Traveler readers, Tokyo attracts tourists by the intersection of modernity and tradition. In this city, ultra-modern skyscrapers, peaceful temples, impressive street fashion styles, or traditional customs that have existed for hundreds of years... will bring tourists to diverse and unique cultural experiences.
In this year's CN Traveler ranking of the most popular major cities, two other Japanese cities were also named: Kyoto and Osaka.
Kyoto still preserves its relics and traditional cultural features.
Kyoto, a city in western Japan, is always considered an impressive destination in the "land of the rising sun", with traditional cultural relics that are perfectly preserved.
Octopus dumplings, one of the great specialties of the "culinary paradise" Osaka.
Osaka ranked 12th in the list, considered one of the most attractive culinary "paradises" in Japan, with many local specialties such as octopus dumplings, okonomiyaki pancakes or udon noodles...
Other Asian cities voted include Singapore, ranked 7th with its bustling and modern city character, along with a strong trend of entrepreneurship and innovation. South Korea's capital Seoul ranked 16th on the list.
Singapore, a modern, civilized city with rapid economic growth in Southeast Asia.
Seoul, the capital of South Korea, ranked 16th in CN Traveler's list of most popular major cities.
The list of most popular major cities in 2018 includes: Dublin (Ireland), Rome (Italy), Athens (Greece), Istanbul (Turkey), Seoul (South Korea), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Budapest (Hungary), London (United Kingdom), Osaka (Japan), Madrid (Spain), Vancouver (Canada), Barcelona (Spain), Paris (France), Singapore, Sydney (Australia), Hamburg (Germany), Vienna (Austria), Melbourne (Australia), Kyoto (Japan), Tokyo (Japan).
