8N Circle Japan - Princess

Kobe, Japan, At Sea, Miyako, Japan, Akita, Japan, Toyama, Japan, Sakaiminato, Japan, Busan, Korea, Kanmon Straits, Japan

It is a place of beauty,mystery and history - the utterly unique islands of Japan. You can explore this fascinating country and its neighbors on a wonderful variety of voyages with Princess. Sail Eight days on the lovely Diamond Princess, with itineraries that circle Japan's islands, and visit some of the country's legendary festivals, or set out for South Korea, and other destinations.


Cruise Ship

Diamond Princess

Departure Dates

2021
Jun
17

From

S$1,778

Prices are in Singapore dollars on twin sharing basis. Prices exclude associated taxes and gratuities  . Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Other terms and conditions apply.

Day 1 - Kobe, Japan

Kobe is the fifth-largest city in Japan and is the capital city of Hyogo Prefecture on the southern side of the main island of Honshu. Its name comes from "kanbe", an archaic title for supporters of the city's Ikuta Shrine. With a population of about 1.5 million, the city is part of the Keihanshin (Keihanshin) metropolitan area along with Osaka and Kyoto.

Arrival Time
-
Departure Time
5:00 PM

Day 2 - At Sea

Enjoy cruise at Sea.

Arrival Time
10:00 AM
Departure Time
6:00 PM

Day 3 - Miyako, Japan

A pretty prefecture located on the northeastern coast of Honshu, Japan's main island, Miyako, Iwate, is situated along the Pacific coast surrounded by stunning scenery of Sanriku Fukko National Park and a sandy coastline defined by dramatic rock formations carved by the pounding surf. This iconic landscape invokes images of the 'Pure Land,' a Buddhist concept of paradise, and is best appreciated from the deck of a cruise boat on the waters of Jodogahama. The city's natural wonders are woven within its cultural highlights, and a visit to Kamaishi Daikannon Statue, a towering statue of the Buddhist 'Goddess of Mercy,' showcases sparkling Kamaishi Bay, while the historic Rokando Cave, is home to "the waterfall of the heavenly cave," an underground cascade. No visit to Miyako's shores would be complete without paying reverence to the tragedy that occurred on March 11, 2011, when a powerful earthquake triggered a devastating 17-meterhigh tsunami. The Taro Kanko Hotel Tsunami Remains is a testament to the power of the community's resiliency and serves as commemorative site, an important destination for those lucky enough to visit the island as it blooms with renewal.

Arrival Time
7:00 AM
Departure Time
3:00 PM

Day 4 - Akita, Japan

There is a celebratory air in Akita, where year round festivals and street parades are colorfully integrated into daily life. A key city in the Tohoku region since medieval times, Akita was once a castle town of the Satake clan, but today is a vibrant, prosperous city that seamlessly honors its past but embraces its young energetic spirit. Noted for its burgeoning art community, there are several fine museums to explore including The Hirano Masakichi Art Musuem housing a collection of work by Western and Japanese artists, the Akita City Folklore Museum and the Kakunodate Samurai District, a living museum that showcases the samurai way of life. In the neighboring Oga Peninsula, the region's most famous icon, the terrifying Namahage, has it's won cultural center and festival ritual performed in his name. Surrounding the city, fertile farmland and rice fields produce some of the best sake in the country and nature lovers won't know which way to turn – to the west is the picturesque Sea of Japan and to the north, south and east, majestic mountain ranges including the UNESCO World Heritage sight of Shirakami-Sanchi proudly stand. A trip to the revolving observation center Mt. Kanpuzan Observatory solves the dilemma.

Arrival Time
9:00 AM
Departure Time
6:00 PM

Day 5 - Toyama, Japan

Located in the heart of coastal Japan, Toyama welcomes visitors with dramatic scenery, colorful crafts and engaging local sites. Gateway to the world-famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in the Northern Japan Alps. The Tateyama mountains of 3,000m and the Toyama Bay of 1,000 deep makes for 4,000m of height difference helps to grow agriculture with the pure mountain waters and fresh seafood such as glass shrimp, firefly squid, red snow crab, and yellowtail from Toyama Bay. Popular attractions include the Zuiryuji Temple of elegant architecture, trolley train into the Kurobe Gorge, the UNESCO World Heritage Gokayama Villages. Looking for something out of the ordinary? Go to Nosaku where you can make your own sake cup out of tin with the original craft casting method. Afterwards, take your cup to the Wakatsuru Sake and Whiskey distillery and have a taste of the Toyama original beverage. Toyama has so much to offer to fulfill your touring expectations.

Arrival Time
7:00 AM
Departure Time
4:00 PM

Day 6 - Sakaiminato, Japan

Wedged between sea, sky and mountains, this small fishing port has been esteemed for centuries for its superb seafood. Here, the Sea of Japan yields up both crab and hon-maguro, the prized Bluefin tuna esteemed by gourmets around the world. Sakaiminato is also your gateway to a very ancient region of Honshu. West of the city lies Izumo-taisha, one of the oldest and holiest shrines in Shinto. This area is dotted with burial mounds from Japan's Bronze Age. The town of Matsue boasts the celebrated "Black Castle," a six-story, black-walled castle that home to a clan of the mighty Tokugawa dynasty that ruled Japan for over 250 years. And to the east rises the great snow-capped summit of Mt. Daisen, considered one of the four most scenic mountains in all Japan.

Arrival Time
9:00 AM
Departure Time
6:00 PM

Day 7 - Busan, Korea

The second largest city in South Korea, Busan is your gateway to a fascinating land whose culture is a unique amalgam of old and new. Modern high-rise towers dwarf ancient Buddhist temples. The city's bustling business district offers a stark contrast to the serene grounds of Yongdusan Park. In short, Busan is a microcosm of South Korea, a nation whose startling economic success often obscures one of Asia's most sophisticated and venerable cultures.

Arrival Time
8:00 AM
Departure Time
6:00 PM

Day 8 - Kanmon Straits, Japan

The Kanmon Straits is the stretch of water separating Honshu and Kyushu, two of Japan's four main islands.

Arrival Time
5:00 AM
Departure Time
7:00 AM

Day 9 - Kobe, Japan

Disembarkation.

Arrival Time
6:00 AM
Departure Time
-
  • Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice.