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Your itinerary

Tokyo, Japan
Nagoya
Kochi, Japan
Hiroshima, Japan
Kanmon Straits, Japan
Shimonoseki, Japan
Busan
Nagasaki
Kagoshima
Tokyo, Japan

Day 1

12th Jun '28

Tokyo, Japan

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Day 2

13th Jun '28

Nagoya

Nagoya, capital of Japan’s Aichi Prefecture, is a manufacturing and shipping hub in central Honshu. The city’s Naka ward is home to museums and pachinko (gambling machine) parlors. Naka also includes the Sakae entertainment district, with attractions like the Sky-Boat Ferris wheel, which is attached to a mall. More

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Day 3

14th Jun '28

Kochi, Japan

Kochi sits on the broad alluvial plain facing Urado Bay. This city in Shikoku takes its name from the great feudal castle that sits at its very heart. Completed in 1611, Kochi Castle was the seat of Yamauchi Kazutoyo, a noted warrior who supported Tokugawa Ieyasu in his successful quest to become Shogun. Tosa Province and Kochi Castle were Yamauchi’s reward for faithful service. There is an historical irony here: 250 years later, a Kochi native son – a former low-ranked samurai and now ronin named Sakamoto Ryoma – played a pivotal role in bringing the Tokugawa Shogunate to an end and restoring the Emperor of Japan to political prominence. The prize once awarded for faithful service had become a hotbed of support for the Meiji Restoration. Kochi is one of the wettest places in Japan – and a frequent target for cyclonic storms or typhoons. Southeast of the city, warm oceans currents washing against the Aki Mountains create a subtropical landscape of hibiscus, palm and ficus at Muroto-Anan Quasi-National Park. More

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Day 4

15th Jun '28

Hiroshima, Japan

On August 6, 1945, human history was irrevocably altered when the American bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima. The bomb was code-named “Little Boy,” but its detonation left half the city in ruins and aflame. Today, Hiroshima is a monument not only to the destructive forces harnessed by men but also to the indomitable will of the human spirit to overcome tragedy. At the heart of the city lies Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. The gutted walls of the city’s old Industry Promotion Hall and the skeletal frame that supported its copper dome, vaporized in the blast, are instantly recognizable symbols of Hiroshima. Travelers to Hiroshima will discover a more serene note at nearby Miyajima Island. One of the top-three scenic spots of Japan, the island is home to ancient Itsukushima Shrine, a designated National Treasure. More

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Day 5

16th Jun '28

Kanmon Straits, Japan

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Day 5

16th Jun '28

Shimonoseki, Japan

Shimonoseki is the westernmost city on Japan’s main island, Honshu. At the island’s tip, there are panoramic views from the Kaikyō Yume Tower observation deck. Kaikyokan Aquarium has penguins, dolphins and around 100 species of blowfish. More

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Day 6

17th Jun '28

Busan

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. Busan was the scene of bitter fighting during the Korean War. The United Nations Memorial Cemetery marks the final resting place for the troops from 16 nations who gave their lives during the conflict. More

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Day 7

18th Jun '28

Nagasaki

For most travelers, Nagasaki is a symbol of the horror and the inhumanity of war. An estimated 75,000 people perished in 1945 when the city became the second target of a nuclear attack. Today, Nagasaki’s Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum draw visitors from around the world. But this beautiful city on Kyushu offers other sights. Often described as the San Francisco of Japan, the city occupies verdant hills surrounded by a deep-water bay. For three centuries, Nagasaki was Japan’s sole window on the world. The city is also celebrated as the setting for Puccini’s opera “Madame Butterfly.” More

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Day 8

19th Jun '28

Kagoshima

From the 12th century to the Meiji Restoration of 1868, Kagoshima was the chief stronghold of the mighty Shimazu clan. The city lies at the top of the Satsuma Peninsula, a mountainous, geothermal wonderland of hot springs and geysers. The area is also rich in modern Japanese history: Saigo Takamori and the Satsuma samurai were leaders of the Meiji Restoration that toppled the shogun and restored the Emperor to power in 1868. In 1877, dissatisfied with the direction of the new government, Saigo led the Satsuma Rebellion, which ended in his death and the final defeat of the samurai. The symbol of Kagoshima is Sakura Jima – the volcanic island that sits just offshore. The volcano has erupted over 30 times in recorded history. More

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Day 9

20th Jun '28

At Sea

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Day 10

21st Jun '28

Tokyo, Japan

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Your ship - The Diamond Princess

Diamond Princess

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Diamond Princess is a treasure trove of exceptional delights waiting to be discovered. Dine on freshly prepared sashimi in Kai Sushi, watch street performers in the dazzling Atrium, or take in a lavis...roduction show in our state-of-the-art theater. And for a unique treat visit the Izumi Japanese Bath, the largest of its kind at sea. More Less

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churrascaria brazilian grill
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crab shack
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crooners
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good spirits® at sea
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horizon court
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kai sushi
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la patisserie
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main dining room
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oceannow® delivery
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prego pizzeria
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reserve collection dining
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sabatini’s℠ italian trattoria
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swirls ice cream bar
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the piazza
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trident grill
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ultimate balcony dining
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wheelhouse bar
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club fusion
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movies under the stars®
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pools & hot tubs
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princess theater
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skywalkers nightclub
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top deck parties
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izumi japanese bath
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Staterooms

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This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a ... standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast. Approx. 237 sq. ft. Balcony with 2 chairs and table Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

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These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, feat ... uring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Stateroom Features Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

suite

Approximately 613 sq. ft. including balcony, the Two Bedroom Family Suite features 2 bedrooms to ac ... commodate up to 6 passengers. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. These suites are for larger families or groups traveling together and include special suite-only benefits and two bathrooms , connected by a large living room, which leads to an expansive private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people. Mini-Suite stateroom connected to an inside cabin via a shared lounge. Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman. 2 bathrooms, one with bath tub the other with a walk-in shower. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Separate sitting area with sofa bed & coffee table. Complimentary welcome glass of champagne on embarkation day. Luxury mattress topper and pillows. Two flat-panel televisions. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel televisions. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & fine bathroom amenities. Digital security safe. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet.

outside

Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstruct ... ed view. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. A spacious picture window for memorable views. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel television. Private bathroom with shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

Your itinerary

Day 1

Tokyo, Japan

Arrive

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Day 2

Nagoya

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Day 3

Kochi, Japan

Arrive

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Day 4

Hiroshima, Japan

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Day 5

Kanmon Straits, Japan

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Day 5

Shimonoseki, Japan

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Day 6

Busan

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Day 7

Nagasaki

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Day 8

Kagoshima

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Day 9

At Sea

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Day 10

Tokyo, Japan

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Your ship - The Diamond Princess

chef’s table experience

churrascaria brazilian grill

crab shack

crooners

good spirits® at sea

horizon court

kai sushi

la patisserie

main dining room

oceannow® delivery

prego pizzeria

reserve collection dining

sabatini’s℠ italian trattoria

swirls ice cream bar

the piazza

trident grill

ultimate balcony dining

wheelhouse bar

club fusion

movies under the stars®

music & dancing

pools & hot tubs

princess theater

skywalkers nightclub

top deck parties

vegas style casino

izumi japanese bath

lotus spa®

the princess luxury bed

lotus spa® fitness center

fine arts gallery

the conservatory

the sanctuary