Japan Intensive Combination Cruise: Hakodate, Osaka & Kochi

Overview

A 24-night voyage aboard Azamara Pursuit, departing Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan on 3 Sept 2028 and arriving in Seoul (Incheon), calling at 21 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Tokyo (Yokohama)Embark

   3 Sept 2028

   Depart 17:00

   It’s hard to imagine Tokyo as a tiny fishing village named Edo. Tokyo is now the largest metropolitan area in the world, an exciting city with a seemingly unlimited choice of shopping, restaurants, museums, temples, and gardens to visit.
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   Day 2 ·Tokyo (Yokohama)

   4 Sept 2028

   Depart 16:30

   It’s hard to imagine Tokyo as a tiny fishing village named Edo. Tokyo is now the largest metropolitan area in the world, an exciting city with a seemingly unlimited choice of shopping, restaurants, museums, temples, and gardens to visit.
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   Day 3 ·At Sea

   5 Sept 2028
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   Day 4 ·Hakodate

   6 Sept 2028

   Arrive 09:30Depart 18:00

   Located on Hokkaido, the northernmost island in Japan, Hokadate sits under the vast 334m-high Mount Hakodate.
   
   Hop on a tram that can take you from one end of the city to the other in just 45-minutes or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the area that takes you past historical buildings. Looking for a break and some soothing relaxation? The Yunokawa Onsen is a spa resort area offering up many hot spring hotel and inn options.
   
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   Day 5 ·Sakata

   7 Sept 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00
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   Day 6 ·Kanazawa

   8 Sept 2028

   Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00

   Tucked in between the Sea of Japan and the Japanese Alps, flanked by the Sai and Asano rivers, Kanazawa might be an unfamiliar destination, but it’s sure to become an unexpected favorite. Translated literally Kanazawa means "marsh of gold," and the city produces approximately 98% of the gold leaf in Japan. Find a small jar to take home or try it sprinkled on ice cream. Gold aside, Kanazawa is also a jewel in Japan’s historical crown. Founded in the late 1500s as a castle town, the city has been relatively untouched from the ravages of World War II and natural disasters. Once a powerful and strategic city for the Maeda clan, it is now a comparatively small city with a calm, comfortable feel.
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   Day 7 ·Maizuru

   9 Sept 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00
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   Day 8 ·Sakaiminato

   10 Sept 2028

   Arrive 07:30Depart 15:30

   Sakaiminato’s history is steeped in fishing tradition. Now the base of Western Japan’s fishing industry, Sakaiminato has been an open trading port with the U.S. and U.K. since 1899. Today the port town continues to be a haven for seafood lovers with fish markets and world-class restaurants scattered along its streets, making it the perfect place for visitors to taste the catch of the day.
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   Day 9 ·Busan

   11 Sept 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

   It is Pusan's premier trading port, adjacent to the Korean Straits and Japan, that makes it an international metropolis but its beautiful sea vistas that make it a charming place to unwind. Experience the serenity of Beomeo-sa Temple, climb the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park and rejuvenate at Hushimchung Spa.
   
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    Day 10 ·Kitakyushu

    12 Sept 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Merged from five smaller cities in 1963, Kitakyushu is the gateway between the islands of Honshu and Kyushu—where the city sits on its northern tip. During WWII, the fate of the city could have been forever changed, if not for bad weather and smoke from the previous day’s bombing. It was the intended target of the Fat Man atomic bomb, but was passed over due to poor visibility in favor of Nagasaki.
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    Day 11 ·Hiroshima

    13 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    This "city of water and peace" is built in one of the most sheltered harbors on the Seto Inland Sea and is much more than the painful past it both honors and defies. Reflect and ring the bell of peace at Peace Memorial Park, then ferry to the holy island of Miyajima, famed for its Itsukushima Shrine and floating torii.
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    Day 12 ·Tokushima

    14 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
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    Day 13 ·Osaka

    15 Sept 2028

    Arrive 06:30Depart 17:00

    Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. It's surrounded by a moat and park with plum, peach and cherry-blossom trees. Sumiyoshi-taisha is among Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines.
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    Day 14 ·Osaka

    16 Sept 2028

    Depart 18:00

    Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. It's surrounded by a moat and park with plum, peach and cherry-blossom trees. Sumiyoshi-taisha is among Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines.
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    Day 15 ·Takamatsu

    17 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    On the Seto Inland Sea, looking out over the Sanuki mountain range, sits the island of Shikoku and the old castle town of Takamatsu, Japan.
    
    Now a vibrant city, Takamatsu has been an economic hub of the region since the Edo period. To get a sense of its history, visit Tamamo-koen Park. The 16th century Takamatsu Castle had been destroyed, but there’s still plenty to explore: ruins, water moats, and classic Japanese-style yagura or turrets.
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    Day 16 ·Kochi, Japan

    18 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Kochi Prefecture, on Japan’s Shikoku Island, is a largely rural area known for its mountains, rivers and Pacific beaches. Capital Kochi City has one of Japan’s best preserved feudal castles, Kochi-jo, established in the 1600s. The city's centuries-old Sunday market has hundreds of vendors selling food and other wares. Summer's Yosakoi Matsuri is a festival in which colorfully attired dance teams fill the streets.
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    Day 17 ·Hiroshima

    19 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00

    This "city of water and peace" is built in one of the most sheltered harbors on the Seto Inland Sea and is much more than the painful past it both honors and defies. Reflect and ring the bell of peace at Peace Memorial Park, then ferry to the holy island of Miyajima, famed for its Itsukushima Shrine and floating torii.
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    Day 18 ·Beppu, japan

    20 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00
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    Day 19 ·Miyazaki

    21 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Miyazaki is the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan. The city was founded on April 1, 1924. As of 1 June 2019, the city had an estimated population of 398,215 and a population density of 619 persons per km².
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    Day 20 ·Kagoshima

    22 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Discover the natural beauty of seaside Kagoshima, a city surrounded by beautiful mountain backdrops and dozens of local hot springs. While nearly all visitors make their way to see the volcanic heights of Mt. Sakurajima, attractions such as the historic village of Chiran and the Kagoshima Botanical Garden prove equally compelling places to stop and take a deep breath.
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    Day 21 ·Nagasaki

    23 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Historically rich Nagasaki features beautiful seaside scenery and fabulous nighttime views from its mountain slopes. Secluded hot springs, fascinating museums, and ornate temples live side by side in this exciting city. Ten natural parks grace the area, and unique festivals can be experienced throughout the year. Walk through streets influenced by both Chinese and European cultures in fascinating Nagasaki.
    
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    Day 22 ·Fukuoka Hakata

    24 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Fukuoka, capital of Fukuoka Prefecture, sits on the northern shore of Japan’s Kyushu Island. It’s known for ancient temples, beaches and modern shopping malls, including Canal City. Maizuru Park contains ruins of 17th-century Fukuoka Castle. The central Hakata district contains Tōchō-ji Temple, home to a 10m wooden Buddha and the Hakata Machiya Folk Museum, with displays on daily life in the Meiji and Taishō eras.
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    Day 23 ·Yeosu

    25 Sept 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Warm oceanic climate. Island dotted coast. Brilliant night lights. Nestled between verdant mountains, Yeosu has small town charm with big city potential. This hidden gem on the southern coast of South Korea is on the verge of becoming a world-class vacation destination.
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    Day 24 ·At Sea

    26 Sept 2028
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    Day 25 ·Seoul (Incheon)Disembark

    27 Sept 2028

    Arrive 06:30

    In the world's 10th largest city, the past and present merge, as soaring skyscrapers stand guard over ancient palaces, gardens and shrines. Marvel at the four royal palaces of the Joseon Dynasty, browse the shops, galleries and teahouses of Insa-dong, see the Great South Gate and enjoy the view from Seoul Tower.

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