This year seems to be the best year to explore the rich culture and awe-inspiring landscapes of Japan as major cruise lines offer best-value deals and well-crafted itineraries for this bucket-listed island nation. 

From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto, a cruise to Japan allows you to immerse yourself in the wonders of this fascinating country while being in the comfort and convenience of your chosen line. 

Celebrity Cruises offers Japan cruises for 2024.
Celebrity Millennium gets ready for Japan cruises 2024. Image from Celebrity Cruises

Moreover, for Aussie travellers and cruise enthusiasts looking to sail in luxury, cruise lines like Regent Seven Seas and Silversea are featuring all-inclusive Japan cruises that leave little to be desired. 

On the other hand, value-minded travellers and cruisers can find incredible cruise offerings through lines like Princess Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line. So, no matter your travel style or budget, now is the ideal time to book a cruise to explore this small island nation in a big way.

14-day Japan: Osaka & Hong Kong from Tokyo with Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line highlights a 14-day Japan: Osaka & Hong Kong from Tokyo cruise this 2024. This deal is offered at AU$3676 (US$2449) per person with 35% off on all cruises. Additionally, this cruise is offered in two sailing dates- November 26 and December 10 via Norwegian Spirit. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo, JapanDay 9Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Day 2Mount Fuji, JapanDay 10Hong Kong
Day 3Kyoto (Osaka), JapanDay 11Hong Kong
Day 4Osaka (Wakayama), JapanDay 12At sea cruising
Day 5At sea cruisingDay 13Coron, Philippines
Day 6Naze (Oshima Island), JapanDay 14Boracay, Philippines
Day 7Naha (Okinawa), JapanDay 15Manila, Philippines (Disembarkation)
Day 8Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan

10-night Sunrise Over Kyoto: Tokyo to Hong Kong with Regent Seven Seas

Ultra-luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas lines up several cruises for the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan. One of the line’s best-value offerings is its 10-night Sunrise Over Kyoto: Tokyo to Hong Kong scheduled on October 10. In addition, this voyage is offered at AU$8105 (US$5400). Guests and cruise enthusiasts get to enjoy a fare-included 40% off plus an included pre- or post-cruise land programme. Moreover, guests in suite categories may also enjoy a free 3-night Vibrant Tokyo pre-cruise land programme or a free 3-night Jewels of Hong Kong post-cruise land programme. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo, JapanDay 6Okinawa (Naha), Japan
Day 2 Shimizu, JapanDay 7 Ishigaki (Sakishima Islands), Japan
Day 3Kyoto (Kobe), JapanDay 8Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan
Day 4Kyoto (Kobe), JapanDay 9Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Day 5Cruising The Philippine SeaDay 10Hong Kong

11-night Dreams of Japan: Tokyo to Tokyo with Regent Seven Seas

Regent Seven Seas highlights another Japan-focused itinerary via 11-night Dreams of Japan scheduled on October 18 aboard Seven Seas Explorer. This cruise deal is offered at a starting fare rate of AU$15760 (US$10,499) per person. Moreover, this deal features a free land programme in all suite categories. Furthermore, suite guests may enjoy a free 3-night Vibrant Tokyo pre-cruise land programme or a free 3-night An Edo Experience post-cruise land programme. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo, JapanDay 7Cruising The Kanmon Strait, Busan, South Korea
Day 2 Shimizu, JapanDay 8Nagasaki, Japan
Day 3Kyoto (Kobe), JapanDay 9Kagoshima, Japan
Day 4Kyoto (Kobe), JapanDay 10Miyazaki, Japan
Day 5Kochi, JapanDay 11Cruising The Pacific Ocean, Tokyo, Japan
Day 6Hiroshima, Japan

12-night Best of Japan: Tokyo to Tokyo with Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises highlights its Japan offering via a 12-night Best of Japan itinerary scheduled on September 12. This cruise deal is offered at a starting rate of AU$3533 (US$2,354) via Celebrity Millennium. Additionally, this 12-night sailing includes seven port visits and has a limited time offer of 75% off on second guests. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo (Yokohama), JapanDay 7At Sea – Cruising
Day 2Mt Fuji (Shimizu), JapanDay 8Busan, South Korea
Day 3At Sea – CruisingDay 9At Sea – Cruising
Day 4Kyoto (Osaka), JapanDay 10Hakodate, Japan
Day 5Kyoto (Osaka), JapanDay 11Aomori, Japan
Day 6Hiroshima, JapanDay 12At Sea – Cruising – Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan

22-Day Asia & Australia: Tokyo to Sydney with Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises lines up an array of itineraries that explore the Majestic country of Japan. One standout offering is the line’s 22-Day Asia & Australia sailing scheduled on September 4. This cruise deal is offered at a best-value fare rate of AU$2639 (US$1,758) per person. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo (Yokohama), JapanDay 12At Sea
Day 2Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji), JapanDay 13At Sea
Day 3Osaka (for Kyoto), JapanDay 14At Sea
Day 4At SeaDay 15At Sea
Day 5 At SeaDay 16At Sea
Day 6Taipei (Keelung)Day 17Alotau (Milne Bay), Papua New Guinea
Day 7At SeaDay 18Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea
Day 8Taipei (Keelung), TaiwanDay 19At Sea
Day 9At SeaDay 20At Sea
Day 10Manila, PhilippinesDay 21Brisbane, Australia
Day 11At SeaDay 22At Sea – Sydney, Australia

10-day Cruise Tokyo to Yokohama with Silversea

Silversea features an array of well-crafted ultra-luxurious Japan itineraries for 2024. On top of the list is the line’s best-value offering 10-day Cruise Tokyo to Yokohama scheduled on September 26. This Silver Muse-boarded sailing is offered at a starting fare rate of AU$10282 (US$6,850) per person. Moreover, guests may opt to avail the Port-to-Port package, the line offers AU$13360 (US$8900) price rate from AU$14860 (US$9900). This allows guests to enjoy a savings of up to AU$1500. 

Itineraries:

DAYDESTINATIONDAYDESTINATION
Day 1Tokyo, JapanDay 6Day at sea
Day 2Day at seaDay 7Kanazawa, Japan
Day 3Kobe, JapanDay 8Day at sea
Day 4Day at seaDay 9Hakodate (Hokkaido), Japan
Day 5Busan, South KoreaDay 10Day at sea – Yokohama (Tokyo)