Samurai Shogunate – Busan, Hakodate & Nagasaki

About this cruise

If you've got 14 nights to work with, this sailing from Tokyo on October 28, 2028 through Hitachinaka, Hakodate and Akita, with additional stops along the Japan, Korea, China & Taiwan is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Bullet trains visible from the harbour, cherry blossoms, and thousands of years of history. East Asia is a lot to take in. Of the stops, Kanazawa tends to be the one people talk about: Samurai gardens and gold-leaf artistry. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Diamond Princess takes the food seriously, with 12 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. This one's for people who really want to switch off. No half measures. Block out the calendar. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.