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Nine-day Japan tour covering four major cities & the largest Japanese-style onsen at sea on Princess Cruises

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Last updated 2026-09-24 — Princess Cruises, a globally renowned luxury cruise brand, presents the most Japanese-inspired premium voyage at the turn of the year. Enjoy three premium experiences at sea in one trip, with only 7 limited sailings available. ...

By MOOK Scenic Family Editorial Team

Princess Cruises, a globally renowned luxury cruise brand, presents the most Japanese-inspired premium voyage at the turn of the year. Enjoy three premium experiences at sea in one trip, with only 7 limited sailings available.

The Diamond Princess, making its debut from the Keelung home port, offers a grand year-end gift: a 9-day journey to explore four iconic cities—Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Okinawa—reigniting the trend of extended cruise vacations (Image credit: Princess Cruises, same below)

Built by Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the “Diamond Princess” embodies authentic Japanese heritage with a strong traditional aesthetic. Making its first seasonal voyage in Taiwan and operating under a home-port loop system for the first time, it takes guests on a seamless trip to four renowned Japanese cities—Tokyo (Yokohama), Nagoya, Osaka, and Okinawa—while also allowing them to discover the beauty of Japan alongside over 1,000 fellow passengers from Japan and abroad.

The Diamond Princess boasts the world’s largest Japanese-style onsen at sea, Izumi, spanning over 8,800 square feet, offering the dreamy experience of enjoying an authentic Japanese onsen while taking in breathtaking ocean views.

Onboard the Diamond Princess, guests can enjoy three premier maritime experiences: the onboard onsen, refined Japanese cuisine, and an Oriental song and dance show.

The largest Japanese-style onsen at sea paired with limitless ocean views
The Diamond Princess is the only ship in the Princess Cruises fleet to feature the world’s largest Japanese-style onsen at sea, Izumi, covering over 8,800 square feet. It houses a variety of indoor and outdoor baths crafted from stone and other natural materials, authentically recreating the serene and soothing ambiance of classic Japanese hot springs. Guests can enjoy the dreamlike experience of soaking in a genuine Japanese onsen while admiring the boundless sea views.

Exquisite Japanese cuisine served fresh at sea
The “Kai Sushi Restaurant,” infused with classic Japanese charm, is helmed by world-class sushi chefs who skillfully prepare delicate sashimi and sushi using the freshest catch from the ports visited during the cruise. Enjoy the taste of a high-end Japanese restaurant right on board, making you feel like an honored guest at sea.

The “Kai Sushi Restaurant,” led by internationally acclaimed sushi chefs, uses the freshest local seafood from each port of call to create gourmet dishes reminiscent of fine Japanese dining—available for you to savor at sea.

A groundbreaking Eastern legend musical created by top Broadway talent
No need to fly halfway around the world—onboard the Diamond Princess, you can enjoy the brand-new musical “The Secret Silk,” masterminded by an award-winning creative team led by composer Stephen Schwartz, who has won Oscars, Tonys, and Grammys. This Asian premiere production brings a fresh take on Eastern mythology.
 
Based on the ancient Asian folktale “The Crane’s Gratitude,” this production brings together top Broadway talent and weaves together elements of adventure, romance, and magic. The performance features music, dance, puppetry, and stunning visual effects, delivering a Broadway-caliber spectacle right at sea.

Experience the Asian premiere of the brand-new Eastern legend musical “The Secret Silk,” crafted by a top-tier Broadway team—no need to travel far, it’s all happening onboard the Diamond Princess.

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