Diamond Princess - 4/8/2027

Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.

Toba, Japan, offers docking at Toba Port. Travelers explore Mikimoto Pearl Island and Toba Aquarium. Excursions visit Ise Jingu Shrine. Local markets sell ama diver pearls. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pearl farms and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kaisendon, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mie history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Toba’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pearl heritage and scenic coasts, making Toba an engaging destination for exploration.

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Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.

Busan, South Korea, in the southeast, sits on the Korea Strait, facing the Sea of Japan. The port is near Jagalchi Fish Market, where fresh seafood is sold daily. Haeundae Beach offers urban waterfront access, while Beomeosa Temple, in the forested hills, provides cultural history. The Gamcheon Culture Village, with colorful houses, draws visitors for its art and narrow alleys. Busan’s port history as a trading hub is evident in its maritime museum. The nearby Nakdong River Estuary is a birdwatching site, and the city’s coastal cliffs offer walking trails with ocean views.

Sakaiminato, Japan, offers docking at Sakaiminato Port. Travelers explore Mizuki Shigeru’s yokai museum and Tottori Sand Dunes. Excursions visit Matsue Castle. Local markets sell kani sushi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures manga art and Sea of Japan vistas. Dining onboard includes dashi broth, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like yokai crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tottori history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dune walks. Sakaiminato’s quirky charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums, scenic dunes, and coastal heritage, making Sakaiminato an engaging destination for exploration.

Maizuru, Japan, features docking at Maizuru Port. Travelers explore the Red Brick Park’s historic warehouses and Maizuru Castle ruins. Excursions visit Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three scenic views. Local markets sell crab. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures Kyoto’s coastal beauty and sandbars. Dining onboard includes kani miso, a crab dish. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover samurai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance scenic walks. Maizuru’s blend of maritime history and natural beauty offers a serene Japanese stop. Cruise travelers experience a mix of historic sites, scenic landscapes, and coastal charm, making Maizuru a tranquil yet captivating destination for those exploring Japan’s less-traveled Kyoto region.

Toyama, Japan, offers docking at Toyama Port. Travelers explore Toyama Castle and Gokayama’s gassho-zukuri villages. Excursions visit Tateyama’s snow corridor. Local markets sell masuzushi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic villages and Japan Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes kaisendon, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hokuriku history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village walks. Toyama’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic mountains, making Toyama an engaging destination for exploration.

Sakata, Japan, offers docking at Sakata Port. Travelers explore Sankyo Warehouses and Hiyoriyama Park’s shrines. Excursions visit Dewa Sanzan’s sacred mountains. Local markets sell tamagoyaki. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic rice warehouses and Yamagata vistas. Dining onboard includes kiritanpo, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like washi paper, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tohoku history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Sakata’s historic charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks, scenic mountains, and coastal heritage, making Sakata an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Tohoku region.

Hakodate, Japan, has docking at Hakodate Port. Travelers explore Goryokaku Fortress’ star-shaped design. Excursions visit Onuma Park’s scenic lakes. Local markets sell fresh squid. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures night views from Mount Hakodate. Dining onboard includes kaisen don, a seafood bowl. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hokkaido’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance fortress tours. Hakodate’s historic charm and scenic beauty offer a serene Japanese stop, blending culture with natural splendor.

Miyako, Japan, offers docking at Hirara Port. Travelers explore Sunayama Beach’s coral sands and Irabu Bridge’s scenic views. Excursions snorkel Yabiji Reef, Japan’s largest coral system. Local markets sell otori liquor. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for beach activities. Photography captures turquoise waters and limestone arches. Dining onboard includes soki soba, an Okinawan noodle dish. Souvenirs, like shisa statues, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ryukyu culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Miyako’s tropical paradise offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of pristine beaches, vibrant marine life, and Okinawan traditions, making Miyako an ideal destination for relaxation and cultural exploration in Japan’s southern islands.

Hitachinaka, Japan, has docking at Hitachinaka Port. Travelers explore Hitachi Seaside Park’s seasonal flower fields. Excursions visit Oarai’s marine tower for coastal views. Local markets sell natto. The peak season, April to May, brings vibrant blooms. Photography captures flower fields and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes katsu curry, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like floral crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ibaraki’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Hitachinaka’s floral beauty offers a serene Japanese stop, blending natural splendor with coastal charm.

Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.