Sapphire Princess
Japan Explorer
May 18, 2027 – May 29, 202711 nightsRound trip from Tokyo
Japan Explorer is a 11-night Princess Cruises cruise on Sapphire Princess, sailing May 18, 2027 round trip from Tokyo. It calls at Nagoya, Osaka (for Kyoto), Kochi, Hiroshima, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima and 1 more. The lowest current fare is $2,493 per person for Interior. + $173 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
- Length
- 11 nights
- Departs
- May 18, 2027, Tokyo
- Returns
- May 29, 2027, Tokyo
- Ports of call
- 9
- Days at sea
- 1
- Ship
- Sapphire Princess
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Itinerary
- Day 1May 18
Tokyo, Japan
Depart 4:00 PM
Embark
About Tokyo
Welcome to Japan's cutting-edge capital, the world's largest city famed for its blazing neon, techno-gadgets, and serious fashion sense.
- Day 2May 19
Nagoya, Japan
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM
About Nagoya
Fast-paced Nagoya offers outstanding food, shopping and entertainment. Feast on misokatsu (pork cutlets). Shop for electronics, manga and anime treasures. Tour Nogoya Castle's Honmaru Palace, the first castle to be designated a national treasure.
- Day 3May 20
Osaka (for Kyoto), Japan
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 8:00 PM
- Day 4May 21
Kochi, Japan
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM
About Kochi
Japan's Shikoku island is a popular place of pilgrimage among Japanese Buddhists. Kochi has three of the 88 temples on the route. Chikurinji Temple, with its five-story pagoda, is one of them. Located on Mount Godaisan, it also features an adjacent botanical garden.
- Day 5May 22
Hiroshima, Japan
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 9:00 PM
About Hiroshima
Hiroshima means "wide island" in Japanese. The city was established in the 16th Century on Japan's largest island, Honshu, and grew into an important shipping center and prefecture capital, boasting a fine castle.
- Day 6May 23
Kanmon Straits (Scenic Cruising), Japan
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 9:00 AM
Scenic cruising
- Day 7May 24
Busan, South Korea
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
- Day 8May 25
Nagasaki, Japan
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
About Nagasaki
Nagasaki's fine natural harbor on Kyushu island was mostly of local interest until Portuguese explorers landed there in 1543. It quickly flourished as a trading center for European and Asian merchants, which continued throughout its history. It also developed into an important industrial center.
- Day 9May 26
Kagoshima, Japan
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
About Kagoshima
Tucked into a deep-cut bay at the southern end of Kyushu Island, this port has been compared to Naples in Italy, because it is also dominated by views of an active stratovolcano, Sakurajima. Enjoy its magnificence from the Shiroyama Observatory, or from the tranquil Edo-period Senganen Japanese Garden.
- Day 10May 27
At sea
- Day 11May 28
Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji), Japan
Arrive 10:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
- Day 12May 29
Tokyo, Japan
Arrive 6:00 AM
Disembark
About Tokyo
Welcome to Japan's cutting-edge capital, the world's largest city famed for its blazing neon, techno-gadgets, and serious fashion sense.
Sapphire Princess
Sapphire Princess is a Princess Cruises ship built in 2004, carrying up to 2,670 guests across 18 decks. Dining includes World Fresh Marketplace, Prego Pizzeria and Trident Grill, with Swirls Ice Cream Bar and International Café for a snack. Staterooms range from Suite and Reserve Collection to Mini-Suite, Balcony and Oceanview.
- Guests
- 2,670
- Crew
- 1,100
- Year built
- 2004
- Decks
- 18
- Tonnage
- 115,875
- Length
- 952
Dining and venues
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- Cruise on Sapphire Princess
- Main Dining Room
- Reserve Collection Dining
- World Fresh Marketplace
- Prego Pizzeria
- Trident Grill
- OceanNow® Delivery
- Swirls Ice Cream Bar
- International Café
- Afternoon Tea
- Casual, specialty and culinary experiences
- A signature steakhouse at sea
- A taste of Italian tradition
- Makoto Ocean
- Churrascaria Brazilian Grill
- Alfredo's Pizzeria
- Chef's Table Experience
- Crab Shack
- Ultimate balcony dining
- Good Spirits® At Sea
- Crooners
- Wheelhouse Bar
- Vines Wines Bar
- The Piazza
- Princess Theater
- Vegas style casino
- Movies Under the Stars®
- Music & Dancing
- Pools & Hot Tubs
- Skywalkers Nightclub
- Fine Arts Gallery
- Just For Kids 3-7
- Just For Kids 8-12
- Just For Teens 13-17
- Family
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Interior
Interior (158–162 sq ft)
These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.
$2,493
Oceanview
Oceanview (146–206 sq ft)
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.
$3,979
Balcony
Balcony (214–222 sq ft)
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.
$5,047
Suite
Suite (460–932 sq ft)
Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Reserve Collection Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.
$7,478
Mini-Suite
Mini-Suite (323 sq ft)
Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.
Prices per person, double occupancy. + $173 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Dates and prices
11 nights, Japan Explorer
On Sapphire Princess
- May 18, 2027 – May 29, 2027Sapphire Princess · this sailingFrom $2,493
- Jun 16, 2027 – Jun 27, 2027Sapphire PrincessFrom $2,048
- Jun 14, 2028 – Jun 25, 2028Sapphire PrincessFrom $1,179
Same itinerary on other ships
Similar sailings
Princess Cruises, Asia, about 11 nights
Questions about Japan Explorer on Sapphire Princess
How much does the Japan Explorer cruise on Sapphire Princess cost?
Fares start at $2,493 per person (Interior). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Interior $2,493, Oceanview $3,979, Balcony $5,047 and Suite $7,478. + $173 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Round trip from Tokyo. Ports: Nagoya, Osaka (for Kyoto), Kochi, Hiroshima, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima and Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji).
What is included in the fare?
+ $173 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 4 dates with a current fare, Jun 14, 2028 on Sapphire Princess is lowest at $1,179 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.