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Japanese Traditions & Temples

Departure: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Tokyo
Returns: Tokyo
+ Club Members receive Bonus US$300 credit/Suite
Return Trip
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Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
3
Sea Days
Ports
8
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Japanese Traditions & Temples

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Tokyo, Japan Embark 7:00 PM
    View of Tokyo, Japan

    Tokyo, located on the eastern side of the main island of Honshu, is the core of the most populated area in the world (urban area 38M). The small fishing village of Edo was fortified in 1457 with Edo Castle (The Imperial Palace now stands at this location) and became one of the largest cities in the world by the 18th C. Its stringent policy of seclusion ended in 1854 and opened Japan to outside trade. Read more about Tokyo, Japan

    2 Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Shimizu, Japan 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Shimizu, Japan

    Shimizu is located on the coast of Suruga Bay, 140km SW of Tokyo, on the island of Honshu, facing the Pacific Ocean. Shimizu-ku is actually a ward or sub-division of the city of Shiuoka. The Kakita River flows through the town. Read more about Shimizu, Japan

    3 Thursday, October 30, 2025 Kobe, Japan 12:00 PM 12:00 AM
    View of Kobe, Japan

    Kobe is the capital of the Hyogo Prefecture and lies on the southern side of the main island of Honshu, Japan. A cosmopolitan port city with an international flavour it is hemmed in by Mt. Rokko, and it constantly comes up number one in expatriate rankings of the best place to live in Japan. Read more about Kobe, Japan

    4 Friday, October 31, 2025 Kobe, Japan 12:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Kobe, Japan

    Kobe is the capital of the Hyogo Prefecture and lies on the southern side of the main island of Honshu, Japan. A cosmopolitan port city with an international flavour it is hemmed in by Mt. Rokko, and it constantly comes up number one in expatriate rankings of the best place to live in Japan. Read more about Kobe, Japan

    5 Saturday, November 1, 2025 Kochi, Japan 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Kochi, Japan

    Kochi is the capital of Kochi Prefecture on the southern coast of Shikoku Island, Japan. The city is small and friendly, with a casual atmosphere and a dose of southern flair. It boasts several attractions of interest to travellers. Read more about Kochi, Japan

    6 Sunday, November 2, 2025 Hiroshima, Japan 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Hiroshima, Japan

    The capital of the prefecture of the same name, Hiroshima, situated at the centre of the Chugoku region in western Honshu – Japan’s largest island – is possibly best known for being the first city in history to be destroyed by a nuclear weapon. Today, though, it is a modern cosmopolitan city with wide boulevards and criss-crossing rivers. Many of the famous attractions are connected to the horrific split second of the bomb blast on August 6, 1945, and are truly well worth visiting. Read more about Hiroshima, Japan

    7 Monday, November 3, 2025 Cruising The Kanmon Strait
    8 Monday, November 3, 2025 Busan, South Korea 10:00 AM 8:00 PM
    View of Busan, South Korea

    Busan (formerly Pusan), the second largest city and principal port of South Korea, is situated in the SE of the peninsula on the Korea Strait. The city has many steep hills, creating a delightful mix of mountains and ocean. While Busan was relatively untouched during the Korean War, the flood of refugees has shaped the city. Read more about Busan, South Korea

    9 Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Nagasaki, Japan 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Nagasaki, Japan

    Nagasaki City, on the island of Kyushu in Japan, lies at the heart of Nagasaki-hanto Peninsula. As one of Japan's closest port cities to the Asian mainland, Nagasaki has played a prominent role in foreign trade relations for many centuries. This is a port city that developed up the steep slope of a mountain, while also stretching horizontally to hug the Nagasaki Gulf. Read more about Nagasaki, Japan

    10 Wednesday, November 5, 2025 Cruising The Philippine Sea
    11 Thursday, November 6, 2025 Beppu, Japan 10:30 AM 8:30 PM
    View of Beppu, Japan

    Beppu, a city that overlooks Beppu Bay and is backed by mountains, is located in the Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan. It is considered to be Japan’s hot springs capital as it has the second largest volume of hot water in the world - after Yellowstone in the United States - and the largest number of hot spring sources in Japan. This tourist town has nine spectacular geothermal hot springs that are referred to as the ‘nine hells of Beppu’, certainly the major attraction for visitors. Read more about Beppu, Japan

    12 Friday, November 7, 2025 Cruising The Pacific Ocean
    13 Saturday, November 8, 2025 Tokyo, Japan 7:30 AM Disembark
    View of Tokyo, Japan

    Tokyo, located on the eastern side of the main island of Honshu, is the core of the most populated area in the world (urban area 38M). The small fishing village of Edo was fortified in 1457 with Edo Castle (The Imperial Palace now stands at this location) and became one of the largest cities in the world by the 18th C. Its stringent policy of seclusion ended in 1854 and opened Japan to outside trade. Read more about Tokyo, Japan

  • Ship

    Seven Seas Explorer Overview

    Seven Seas Explorer

    Accommodating just 750 guests, and at 56,000 GT, she is the largest vessel in the fleet. Regent Seven Seas Cruises has the highest staff-to-guest ratio of any luxury cruise vessel. Expect highly personalised service, the hallmark of the line.

  • Cabins

    Seven Seas Explorer Cabins

    Grand Suites

    Grand Suites

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    Cabin Types

    MS, GS, ES, SS

    Average Cabin Size – 92.3 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 63.3 m2

    Suite Size: 1,064 - 1,114 sq.ft., Balcony Size: 830 - 994 sq.ft.Yoursquo;ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Explorerreg; in this extravagant, stylish suite. A rich color palette, the finest fabrics and a grand piano create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler will happily assist with both ordinary and special requests. With two spacious bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and a wrap-around private balcony, this suite is perfectly suited to host gatherings of new friends.- Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area- 2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms- Private Balcony- European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bedreg;

    Penthouse Suites

    Penthouse Suites

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    Cabin Types

    C, B, A

    Average Cabin Size – 42.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 13.0 m2

    Suite Size: 450 sq.ft., Balcony Size: 110 - 176 sq.ft.The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and yoursquo;re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.- Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area- 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower instead of bathtub- Private Balcony

    Superior Suite

    Superior Suite

    Superior Suite on the Seven Seas Explorer Superior Suite on the Seven Seas Explorer

    Cabin Types

    D, E, F2, F1

    Average Cabin Size – 31.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 10.0 m2

    Suite Size: 333 sq.ft., Balcony Size: 83 - 132 sq.ft.In this superbly designed suite, enjoy once-in-a-lifetime views of the horizon from the comfort of your King-Sized Elite Slumbertrade; Bed as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illyreg; espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony.- Intimate Sitting Area- 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom- Private Balcony

    Verandah Suite

    Verandah Suite

    Verandah Suite on the Seven Seas Explorer Verandah Suite on the Seven Seas Explorer

    Cabin Types

    RS, G2, G1, H

    Average Cabin Size – 84.8 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 27.8 m2

    Suite Size: 3,025 sq.ft., Balcony Size: 1,417 sq.ft.Incomparable craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail are evident everywhere ndash; from the suitersquo;s unique design choices, such as rare works of art, to grand features like an in-suite spa retreat and Steinway piano. The only thing to rival the luxurious interior that includes two magnificent bedrooms is the spectacular ocean view from private balconies that include a Tresse Minipool high atop the ship.- Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area- Private Solarium- In-suite Spa- 2 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms, 1 with Jetted Tub- Wraparound Balcony With Two Separate Balconies

  • Deck Plans

    Seven Seas Explorer Deck Plans

    Legend

    • 2-bedroom suite accommodates up to six guests
    • Convertible sofa bed
    • Bathroom features a glass-enclosed shower instead of a bathtub
    • Connecting suites
    • Wheelchair accessible
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Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Seven Seas Explorer for this sailing

Verandah Suite at the Seven Seas Explorer

Verandah Suite

From $14030
Superior Suite at the Seven Seas Explorer

Superior Suite

From $15380
Penthouse Suites at the Seven Seas Explorer

Penthouse Suites

From $19700
Grand Suites at the Seven Seas Explorer

Grand Suites

From $39110

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  • Japanese Traditions & Temples

    Cruiseline: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Ship: Seven Seas Explorer Departure: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Tokyo Returns: Tokyo

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