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Grand Circle Japan with Hakodate Minato Festival

Jul 17, 2027 – Aug 4, 202718 nightsRound trip from Tokyo

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Toba

Japan

Day
2
Date
Jul 18, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Sapphire Princess

Guests
2,670
Crew
1,100
Year built
2004
Decks
18
Tonnage
115,875
Length
952
Deck plans

Tokyo

Japan

Day
1
Date
Jul 17, 2027
Depart
4:00 PM

Welcome to Japan's cutting-edge capital, the world's largest city famed for its blazing neon, techno-gadgets, and serious fashion sense.

Kochi

Japan

Day
3
Date
Jul 19, 2027
Arrive
9:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

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.

Jeju (Seogwipo)

South Korea

Day
5
Date
Jul 21, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Nagasaki

Japan

Day
6
Date
Jul 22, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
3:00 PM

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.

Nagoya

Japan

Day
9
Date
Jul 25, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
3:00 PM

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.

Osaka (for Kyoto)

Japan

Day
10
Date
Jul 26, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
8:00 PM

Hiroshima

Japan

Day
12
Date
Jul 28, 2027
Arrive
9:00 AM
Depart
9:00 PM

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.

Busan

South Korea

Day
14
Date
Jul 30, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Hakodate

Japan

Day
16
Date
Aug 1, 2027
Arrive
7:30 AM
Depart
11:00 PM

This important port on Japan's northern Hokkaido Island was the first to be opened to European and American trade. The result of this is a trove of Western-style buildings in the suburb of Motomachi that gives the impression of a movie set.

Hitachinaka (for Nikko)

Japan

Day
18
Date
Aug 3, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

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.

Two Bedroom Family Suite

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.

Reserve Collection

323 sq ft

A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms, as well as the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites — plus exclusive dining benefits and luxurious perks. Each night, enjoy Reserve Dining, an exclusive dining area featuring expedited seating with no wait, additional menu options, dedicated wait staff and tableside preparations.

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.

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.

Length
18 nights
Departs
Jul 17, 2027, Tokyo
Returns
Aug 4, 2027, Tokyo
Ports of call
11
Days at sea
3
Ship
Sapphire Princess

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1Jul 17

    Tokyo, Japan

    Depart 4:00 PM

    Embark

    Tokyo
  2. Day 2Jul 18

    Toba, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Tender

  3. Day 3Jul 19

    Kochi, Japan

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Kochi
  4. Day 4Jul 20

    Kanmon Straits (Scenic Cruising), Japan

    Arrive 11:30 AMDepart 1:30 PM

    Scenic cruising

  5. Day 5Jul 21

    Jeju (Seogwipo), South Korea

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Rocky volcanic coast on Jeju
  6. Day 6Jul 22

    Nagasaki, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM

    Nagasaki
  7. Day 7Jul 23

    At sea

  8. Day 8Jul 24

    Tokyo, Japan

    Arrive 6:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

  9. Day 9Jul 25

    Nagoya, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM

    Nagoya
  10. Day 10Jul 26

    Osaka (for Kyoto), Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 8:00 PM

    Osaka Castle among cherry trees
  11. Day 11Jul 27

    Kochi, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM

  12. Day 12Jul 28

    Hiroshima, Japan

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 9:00 PM

    Hiroshima
  13. Day 13Jul 29

    Kanmon Straits (Scenic Cruising), Japan

    Arrive 5:30 AMDepart 7:30 AM

    Scenic cruising

  14. Day 14Jul 30

    Busan, South Korea

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Busan coastline with a seaside temple on the rocks
  15. Day 15Jul 31

    At sea

  16. Day 16Aug 1

    Hakodate, Japan

    Arrive 7:30 AMDepart 11:00 PM

    Hakodate
  17. Day 17Aug 2

    At sea

  18. Day 18Aug 3

    Hitachinaka (for Nikko), Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Field of blue nemophila flowers at Hitachi Seaside Park
  19. Day 19Aug 4

    Tokyo, Japan

    Arrive 6:00 AM

    Disembark

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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.

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.

Wheelchair-Accessible

Princess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include a roll-in shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and accessible writing desk.

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

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Deck plans

Deck plan (June 2026)
Sapphire Princess, Deck plan (June 2026) deck plan

Staterooms

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Balcony, Sapphire Princess

    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.

  • Mini-Suite, Sapphire Princess

    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.

  • Suite, Sapphire Princess

    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.

Dates and prices

18 nights, Grand Circle Japan with Hakodate Minato Festival

On Sapphire Princess

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18 nights · Jul 17, 2027
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