14 nights. Japan, South Korea

Day 3

At sea

Day 4-5

kyoto (osaka), japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 03:30

Day 5

kobe, japan

Arrival: 06:30 - Departure: 18:00

Day 6

kochi - japan

Arrival: 07:30 - Departure: 19:00

Day 7

At sea

Day 8

naha, okinawa, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 9

At sea

Day 10

jeju island, south korea

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Day 11

fukuoka, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 12

nagasaki, japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 13

kagoshima, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 14

At sea

Day 15

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Arrival: 06:30

Day 1

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Departure: 17:00

Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most accustomed to seeing foreigners. It is a modern international port city filled with sightseeing spots and an exotic atmosphere that dates back to its historic opening as a port. The 296 m Yokohama Landmark Tower is one of Japan’s tallest buildings and the centerpiece of the Minato Mirai 21 (MM21) development. Completed in the early 1990s, it features the Sky Garden observatory on the 69th floor, reached by a high-speed elevator and offering excellent views on clear days. Yokohama also has many fascinating museums and galleries, many of which highlight the city’s history as a port and a gateway between Japan and the world.

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Day 2

mt fuji (shimizu) - japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Fujikawaguchiko is located in the southern part of Yamanashi Prefecture, in the foothills of Mount Fuji. Four of the Five Fuji Lakes lie within the town’s boundaries, although it shares Lake Kawaguchi with neighboring Minobu. Fujikawaguchiko borders the cities of Ōtsuki, Tsuru, Fujiyoshida, Fuefuki, Kōfu, and Fujinomiya, as well as the towns of Nishikatsura, Minobu, and Narusawa.

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Day 4-5

kyoto (osaka), japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 03:30

Kyoto, for over a thousand years, served as the capital of Japan and is likely the best-preserved city in the country. It is a beautiful, vibrant city where modern life intersects with traditional Japan. Nestled among the mountains of Western Honshu, Kyoto is an ideal base for exploring the Kansai region. The city is rich in heritage sites and culture, offering a wide variety of restaurants and is relatively easy to navigate. The city's rich culture and heritage are evident in its architecture and customs. Kyoto is home to thousands of temples and shrines, including the stunning golden Kinkaku-ji, Ryoanji with its Zen garden, the popular Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo with its life-size statues of Kannon, and the more serene Tenryu-ji in Arashiyama. Also located in Arashiyama is the famous Bamboo Grove. A delightful activity in Kyoto is a walking tour of Gion, one of the main Geisha districts, where wooden buildings and lanterns create the perfect ambiance. Kyoto is one of the world's greatest historical cities, filled with temples, shrines, teahouses, and imperial residences. Steeped in culture and heritage, Kyoto is a must-visit for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.

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Day 5

kobe, japan

Arrival: 06:30 - Departure: 18:00

Kobe is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan’s ten largest cities. Situated between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, it is widely regarded as one of the country’s most attractive cities. Kobe has served as an important port for many centuries. In the 19th century, its harbor was among the first in Japan to open to foreign trade, together with Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate, and Niigata. In 1995, Kobe was struck by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which killed more than 5,000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. The city has since been completely rebuilt, and today there are few visible traces of the disaster.

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Day 6

kochi - japan

Arrival: 07:30 - Departure: 19:00

Kochi is the capital city of Kochi Prefecture, located on the island of Shikoku in Japan. Kochi is the main city of the prefecture, home to over 40% of its population. A symbol of the city is its most famous dish, katsuo tataki, made by lightly searing and seasoning tuna.

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Day 8

naha, okinawa, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Naha is the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, located on the East China Sea coast in the southern part of Okinawa Island, the largest island in the prefecture. Naha is the political, economic, and educational center of Okinawa. Main tourist attractions include: • Shuri Castle – the former seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, built in the traditional Okinawan style. • The town of Itoman – located to the south and southeast of Naha. • Himeyuri Peace Museum. • Okinawa Peace Park – a seaside park with beautiful ocean views and several open-air memorials, including the Cornerstone of Peace. • Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum. • Okinawa Peace Memorial Hall. • Okinawa World – a cultural theme park featuring traditional Okinawan culture, crafts, and a limestone cave.

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Day 10

jeju island, south korea

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Jeju Island is the largest island in South Korea, located in Jeju Province (Jeju Special Self-Governing Province). The island covers an area of 1,833.2 km² (707.8 sq mi), which is about 1.83 percent of South Korea’s total area. In 2020, the resident population was about 670,000, the largest among South Korea’s islands. The island lies in the Korea Strait, south of the Korean Peninsula and South Jeolla Province. Jeju is the only self-governing province in South Korea, meaning it is administered by local residents rather than politicians from the mainland. The northern tip of Jeju Island is Kimnyeong Beach, the southern end is Songak Mountain, the western end is Suwolbong, and the eastern end is Seongsan Ilchulbong. Located between the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea, and the Sea of Japan, Jeju holds an important economic, political, and military position for South Korea. The island was formed by the eruption of an underwater volcano approximately 2 million years ago. It contains a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, the Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes. Jeju has a temperate climate, and even in winter temperatures rarely fall below 0 °C (32 °F). Jeju is a popular vacation destination, and a significant portion of its economy relies on tourism and activity related to its civil and naval base.

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Day 11

fukuoka, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Fukuoka is the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture and the largest city on the island of Kyushu, as well as one of Japan's ten most populated cities. Fukuoka is considered the best city in Asia to live in. Some of the important tourist attractions in Fukuoka include the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, which is one of the most fascinating festivals in Japan; the Shofukuji Temple; Canal City; and the Yatai (food stalls).

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Day 12

nagasaki, japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Nagasaki is the capital of Nagasaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. On the west side of Shimabara Castle, the samurai residences have been carefully preserved, with clear spring water flowing through canals down the center of the streets. The Nagasaki Peace Park commemorates the atomic bombing, while Glover Garden is an open-air park featuring Western-style mansions, and the Confucian Shrine is dedicated to Confucius.

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Day 13

kagoshima, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Kagoshima is the capital of Kagoshima Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Nicknamed the “Naples of the East” for its bay location (Aira Caldera) and warm climate, Kagoshima offers countless ways to enjoy your stay: the dramatic natural scenery around the active volcano Sakurajima, a rich history shaped by leaders who helped modernize Japan, a zoo and aquarium, relaxing hot springs, and cruises on Kinko Bay. Kagoshima Prefecture also includes around 30 remote islands to the south. These include Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient forests; the Tokara Islands, a chain of twelve islands of various sizes stretching about 162 km; and Amami Oshima, Japan’s second-largest remote island.

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Day 15

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Arrival: 06:30

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