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28-Day Japan's Crafts & Cherry Blossoms

Feb 27, 2027 – Mar 27, 202728 nightsRound trip from Tokyo

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Osaka

Japan

Day
3
Date
Mar 1, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
10:00 PM

Japan's second-largest city is famous for its imposing, photogenic Osaka Castle, set in a park with decorative fruit trees that provide extravagant blooms in the spring. It has always been a merchant city, and the business sections are busy and crowded.

Seabourn Encore

Guests
600
Deck plans

Seabourn Encore

Guests
600
Deck plans

Seabourn Encore

Guests
600
Deck plans

Tokyo

Japan

Day
1
Date
Feb 27, 2027
Depart
7:00 PM

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

Busan (Pusan)

South Korea

Day
5
Date
Mar 3, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Home to approximately 3.4 million people, Busan is a fast-moving coastal metropolis that guarantees you'll never have the same experience twice.

Sakaiminato

Japan

Day
6
Date
Mar 4, 2027
Arrive
9:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Renowned for its bounty of fresh seafood, Sakaiminato is a fishing town backed by mountains in the Honshu region. Izumo Grand Shrine is one of Japan's most important Shinto temples, and the six-story, black Matsue Castle is one of the oldest surviving Tokugawa Samurai castles.

Kanazawa

Japan

Day
7
Date
Mar 5, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM

This splendid castle town, with over 400 years of history, beckons visitors to its unique time capsule of history and culture. As the seat of the Maeda Clan during the Edo Period, it rivaled Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) in cultural achievements, making it a city with a rich legacy.

Niigata

Japan

Day
9
Date
Mar 7, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Nestled along the captivating shores of the Sea of Japan, Niigata awaits to envelop you in the crimson and golden hues of Japan's fall foliage walking through Yahiko Park, Akasakayama Park, or visit the grounds of the Kimura Tea Ceremony Museum or Saito Villa for beautiful fall scenery as well as Confidential cultural...

Akita

Japan

Day
10
Date
Mar 8, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

The vibrant heart of the expansive Akita Prefecture in northern Tohoku stands out as a unique destination where modernity entwines with tradition.

Aomori

Japan

Day
11
Date
Mar 9, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Celebration is a way of life in this iconic city, brilliantly showcased during the menagerie and elaborate annual festivals that honor every aspect of the life and nature that flow through the streets.

Miyako

Japan

Day
12
Date
Mar 10, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Set along the east coast of the Iwate Prefecture, Miyako was Japan's main seaport for hundreds of years before a series of tsunamis took their toll. Yet what the city lacks in historical buildings, it more than makes up for in natural attractions such as Sanriku Fukkō National Park.

Sendai

Japan

Day
13
Date
Mar 11, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Renowned for its exquisite festivals, diverse dining experiences, and warm hospitality, Sendai is a city where visitors make lasting memories and genuine connections.

Hitachinaka

Japan

Day
14
Date
Mar 12, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Get a glimpse of bygone Japan in the port city of Hitachinaka, located around 100 miles northeast of Tokyo on Honshu.

Kochi

Japan

Day
17
Date
Mar 15, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 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.

Hososhima (Miyazaki)

Japan

Day
18
Date
Mar 16, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Hososhima is a tranquil retreat where natural beauty and timeless charm create a truly enchanting escape. This idyllic coastal haven beckons with its serene ambiance, where ancient landscapes meet the allure of a picturesque seaside setting.

Kagoshima

Japan

Day
19
Date
Mar 17, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

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.

Nagasaki

Japan

Day
20
Date
Mar 18, 2027
Arrive
9:00 AM
Depart
7:00 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.

Fukuoka (Hakata)

Japan

Day
22
Date
Mar 20, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Located on the northern tip of Japan's Kyushu Island, Hakata harbor's location close to the Asian mainland made it an important port from very ancient times, serving the early administrative center at Dazaifu near by.

Length
28 nights
Departs
Feb 27, 2027, Tokyo
Returns
Mar 27, 2027, Tokyo
Ports of call
18
Days at sea
5
Ship
Seabourn Encore

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Offers on this sailing

  • Seabourn Combo Savings
  • Explore Beyond Event

Highlights

  • Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait

Itinerary

  1. Day 1Feb 27

    Tokyo, Japan

    Depart 7:00 PM

    Embark

    Tokyo
  2. Day 2Feb 28

    At sea

  3. Day 3Mar 1

    Osaka, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 10:00 PM

  4. Day 4Mar 2

    At sea

  5. Day 5Mar 3

    Busan (Pusan), South Korea

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Busan (Pusan)
  6. Day 6Mar 4

    Sakaiminato, Japan

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Sakaiminato
  7. Day 7Mar 5

    Kanazawa, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AM

    Overnight

    Kanazawa
  8. Day 8Mar 6

    Kanazawa, Japan

    Depart 6:00 PM

    Overnight

  9. Day 9Mar 7

    Niigata, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Niigata
  10. Day 10Mar 8

    Akita, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Akita
  11. Day 11Mar 9

    Aomori, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Aomori
  12. Day 12Mar 10

    Miyako, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Miyako
  13. Day 13Mar 11

    Sendai, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Sendai
  14. Day 14Mar 12

    Hitachinaka, Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Hitachinaka
  15. Day 15Mar 13

    Tokyo, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

  16. Day 16Mar 14

    At sea

  17. Day 17Mar 15

    Kochi, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Kochi
  18. Day 18Mar 16

    Hososhima (Miyazaki), Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Hososhima (Miyazaki)
  19. Day 19Mar 17

    Kagoshima, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Kagoshima
  20. Day 20Mar 18

    Nagasaki, Japan

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Nagasaki
  21. Day 21Mar 19

    Busan (Pusan), South Korea

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

  22. Day 22Mar 20

    Fukuoka (Hakata), Japan

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Fukuoka (Hakata)
  23. Day 22Mar 20

    Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait

    Scenic cruising

  24. Day 23Mar 21

    Hiroshima, Japan

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Hiroshima
  25. Day 24Mar 22

    At sea

  26. Day 25Mar 23

    Osaka, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AM

    Overnight

  27. Day 26Mar 24

    Osaka, Japan

    Depart 7:00 PM

    Overnight

  28. Day 27Mar 25

    At sea

  29. Day 28Mar 26

    Shimizu, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Shimizu
  30. Day 29Mar 27

    Tokyo, Japan

    Arrive 8:00 AM

    Disembark

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Veranda Suite

From $22,798 per person

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower..

Penthouse Suite

All Penthouse Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, glass door to private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, two flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC...

Penthouse Spa Suite

All Penthouse Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, glass door to private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, two flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC...

Owner's Suite and Above

From $59,598 per person

Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, interactive flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC outlets.

Guests
600
Dining and venues
  • Fitness Center
  • Seabourn Square
  • The Spa at Seabourn
  • The Retreat
  • Sun Terrace

Videos

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  • Ship tour: Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Ovation

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Deck plans

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Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Veranda Suite

    Veranda Suite

    All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower..

    $22,798

  • Owner's Suite and Above

    Owner's Suite and Above

    Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, interactive flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC outlets.

    $59,598

  • Penthouse Suite

    Penthouse Suite

    All Penthouse Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, glass door to private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, two flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC...

  • Penthouse Spa Suite

    Penthouse Spa Suite

    All Penthouse Suites on board feature a comfortable living area, glass door to private veranda, queen-size-bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet with personal safe, two flat-screen TV with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, writing desk with personalized stationary, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers hair dryer and 110/220V AC...

Taxes and fees included.

Dates and prices

28 nights, 28-Day Japan's Crafts & Cherry Blossoms

On Seabourn Encore

Veranda Suite$22,798
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