Princess Cruises has announced its most expansive Japan deployment to date, with 78 sailings scheduled from March to December 2027. Sailing round-trip from the Tokyo region, the season will feature two Japanese-built sister ships—Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess.
The 2027 Japan season, which opens for booking on Aug. 20, 2025, offers 50 unique itineraries across 45 destinations in six countries, with cruise lengths ranging from 7 to 28 days. The deployment highlights not only scenic and cultural exploration but also includes immersive experiences timed to Japan’s most famous festivals and natural events, such as the cherry blossom season.
Deployment Highlights:
- Two Japanese-built ships: Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess (2,670 guests each).
- 78 departures, including a variety of Cherry Blossom, Festival, Grand Japan, Okinawa & Taiwan and Explorer cruises; 12 additional ports with extended evening stays in cities like Osaka, Hiroshima and Halong Bay.
- 21 UNESCO World Heritage Sites featured, including Mount Fuji, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and the monuments of Ancient Kyoto.
Other notable experiences include sailing past Mount Fuji, cruising the Kanmon Straits and Japan Inland Sea, scenic views of the Sakurajima Volcano and experiencing iconic Japanese summer festivals.
Guests aboard Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess can continue their cultural immersion onboard with:
- Traditional Japanese cuisine and sake tastings
- Regional entertainment such as rakugo storytelling and folkloric dance performances
- Evening karaoke and specialty cocktails made with Japanese spirits
Advisors, book this offer for your clients by Aug. 27, 2025, to take advantage of Captain’s Circle Savings of up to $200 per stateroom.
For more information, visit princess.com.
