Diamond Princess Returns to the Land of the
Rising Sun for Season Highlighted with Festivals, Spring Flowers, and Regional Voyages
SANTA
CLARITA, Calif., Sept. 19,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to increasing demand
for cruises in Japan – one of the
hottest trends in travel - Princess Cruises has released its 2025
Japan cruise season. The newly announced 2025 Japan cruise season
offers travelers the wonders of this island nation where ancient
traditions and modernity co-exist in harmony.
From ancient temples and storied castles to bustling markets and
breathtaking gardens, cruisers experience the best of Japan with Princess in 2025 on 35 cruises
ranging in length from seven- to 22-day. The March through August
season features Japan-built
Diamond Princess sailing from Tokyo (Yokohama) to 36 destinations in 3 countries
with the #1 North American Cruise Line in Japan. The season is now on sale.
"Japan is best experienced on a
cruise, sailing around this scenic island nation taking in
festivals, flowers, legendary sites and landscapes," said
John Padgett, Princess Cruises
president. "Our upcoming 2025 season features itineraries and
offerings crafted with area tourism boards to showcase the best of
the local art, cuisine, music and popular culture."
2025 Itinerary Highlights:
- 10-day and NEW 11-day Spring
Flowers cruises in March and April, cruising to all four
main islands and following the predicted blooming season as it
moves from south to north.
- 9-day Southern Islands itineraries with two calls
to the Okinawan islands and two calls to Taiwan, including a return to Hualien.
- 9-day and 10-day Sea of Japan voyages that feature ports along the
historic Kitamaebune trading route.
- 10-day Hokkaido
voyages that visit Otaru (for Sapporo), Hakodate, and Kushiro.
- 10-day Japan Explorer voyages that call to some of
the country's most iconic destinations like Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji),
Osaka or Kobe (for Kyoto), Hiroshima, and more.
- Scenic cruising of the Kanmon Straits, the stretch of water
separating Honshu and Kyushu.
Festivals:
Traditional Japanese summer festivals take
place throughout the country in the summer, especially in August.
Guests sailing to Japan with
Princess in 2025 will have the chance to enjoy four of these unique
festivals:
- Aomori Nebuta Festival (August 2
and 7)
- Kochi Yosakoi Dance Festival (August
12)
- Tokushima Awa Dance Festival (August 13)
- Kumano Fireworks Festival (August
17)
More Ashore:
With late-night and overnight stays,
guests can spend more time in port and experience the culture and
lifestyle.
- Four late-night More Ashore ports including Aomori (for
Nebuta Festival), Kochi (for Yosakoi Festival), Shimizu (for Mt.
Fiji), and Tokushima (for Awa
Odori Festival).
Highlights of Japan Cruisetour:
With options to
combine a cruise and land tour for a deeper look at Kyoto and Tokyo, guests tour Kyoto's intricate gardens, sightsee at Nijo
Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Great Buddha of Todaiji
Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. They also have more time to
explore bustling Tokyo and visit
the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mt. Fuji with stunning views from
Togendai and Lake Ashi.
Diamond Princess:
Built in Japan, 2,670-guest Diamond Princess
offers a unique experience tailored to the region. Guests enjoy
authentic cuisine at Kai Sushi, sip Japanese-inspired cocktails
created by mixologist Rob Floyd,
soak in the traditional Izumi bath and enjoy folkloric shows,
regional entertainment and Japanese holiday celebrations.
Princess delivers the ultimate in effortless, personalized
cruising featuring world-class dining, award-winning entertainment,
casinos, pools, fitness centers, and spas, all
elevated by exclusive MedallionClass service.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess
(1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise
brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every
year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships
that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary
of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class
dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos
and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and
boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass
service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments
in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera,
Europe, South America, Australia/New
Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia,
Canada/New
England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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