Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Osaka
Japan
Wander through Osaka Castle's stunning grounds and explore centuries of samurai history against a backdrop of cherry blossoms.
Arrive
2027-05-09 00:00:00
Depart
2027-05-09 20:00:00
Day 2
Tamano
Japan
Watch traditional sake brewing in centuries-old storehouses nestled along the scenic Takahashi River valley.
Arrive
2027-05-10 06:00:00
Depart
2027-05-10 22:00:00
Day 3
Hiroshima
Japan
Walk through the solemn Peace Memorial Park and museum to witness one of humanity's most important historical monuments and messages of hope.
Arrive
2027-05-11 14:00:00
Depart
2027-05-11 22:30:00
Day 3
Itsukushima
Japan
Walk through the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine as it emerges from the sea at high tide.
Arrive
2027-05-11 07:45:00
Depart
2027-05-11 12:30:00
Day 4
Beppu, Kyushu Island, Oita
Japan
Soak in steaming hot spring baths surrounded by scenic mountains at this geothermal wonderland of eight thermal hells.
Arrive
2027-05-12 08:30:00
Depart
2027-05-12 20:00:00
Day 5
Uwajima
Japan
Witness nude female divers harvesting seafood in the crystal waters while exploring this unique coastal town's centuries-old traditions.
Arrive
2027-05-13 06:00:00
Depart
2027-05-13 17:30:00
Day 6
Miyanoura, Yakushima
Japan
Trek through misty primeval forests and bathe in natural hot springs surrounded by ancient cedar trees thousands of years old.
Arrive
2027-05-14 12:00:00
Depart
2027-05-14 21:30:00
Day 7
Kagoshima
Japan
Watch an active volcano smolder above pristine beaches at Sakurajima, Japan's most accessible and dramatic volcanic island.
Arrive
2027-05-15 07:30:00
Depart
2027-05-15 18:00:00
Day 8
Nagasaki
Japan
Explore the poignant Peace Memorial Park and Museum to understand this historic city's path from tragedy to renewal and hope.
Arrive
2027-05-16 07:30:00
Depart
2027-05-16 16:00:00
Day 9
Busan
South Korea
Wander through the neon-lit streets of Jagalchi Fish Market where fishmongers hawk the day's freshest catch beneath glowing signs.
Arrive
2027-05-17 06:30:00
About This Cruise
<p>Ponant has an ideal introduction to this captivating archipelago, inviting you on a timeless journey around the fascinating and surprising Empire of the Rising Sun, where unbridled modernism and ancestral traditions form a delightful blend, where the history of the samurai rubs shoulders with the delicateness of the geisha, and where the aromas of the tea plantations intermingle with the fragrances of cherry blossom. Dive into the heart of ancestral Japan, where each port of call unveils unsuspected treasures and unique moments.<p></p>Between temples imbued with spirituality, majestic volcanic landscapes and mystical forests, nature unveils all of its splendour. Fall under the spell of the local handicrafts, the refined flavours of thousand-year-old gastronomy, and a warm welcome that is deeply rooted in tradition. Explore sites steeped in serenity, witnesses to rich and poignant history, where each detail inspires contemplation.</p>
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