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Best Cruise Lines From Tokyo

Departure from Tokyo for a cruise brings about a delightful blend of age-old customs, the latest in technology, and marvelous nature. The leading cruise lines that operate from Tokyo can be a choice for the deepest of travelers' pockets, they can be a give-and-take between luxury, culture, and entertainment.

Best Cruise Lines from Tokyo

Azamara

Azamara
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Azamara is the cruise line that has the characteristics of trips to nature draw the most. Therefore, it is not surprising that the cruise line is at ports for a very long time (up to three to five days) letting the tourists experience Japan beyond the common places. Prepare yourself for rare chances to meet with the crowd again, the small vessels, and a lot of self-guided touring in the places such as Osaka, Hiroshima, and Kagoshima.

Costa

Costa Cruises
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The Japanese itineraries of Costa are very lively, bringing an energetic, European-inspired feeling to the country. The route usually includes Japanese ports like Kobe and Okinawa, with the addition of South Korea and Taiwan. Among the attractions at sea are not only but also well-mannered Italians and excellent “mood” dining but also live shows and activities. The cruise is a splendid choice for those who seek a joyous and performance-studded holiday with a taste of varied cultures one gets in the metropolis.

MSC

MSC Cruises
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MSC presents trendy, enjoyable, and family-oriented voyages with a touch of worldliness. It is hard to say no to this. Elegant design, lots of restaurants, chic bars, and great shows are some of the amenities onboard the huge vessels. The itinerary for the cruise might include not only Japan's sea front but also cities in China and Korea. And for those who want comfort and fun at the same time, MSC provides the right mix of busy and quiet moments.

Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean
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In case of looking for adventurous experience all the time, then Royal Caribbean is the one that you can count on. Its itineraries based in Tokyo are not only packed with adventurous activities onboard like surfing simulators, climbing walls, and Broadway-like shows, but also combined with the amazing port cities such as Shimizu, Kochi, and Nagasaki. Besides all this, there are fulfilled with world-class dining, lively nightlife, and shore excursions that will cater to even the most diverse interests; thus, it is an ideal choice for those who prefer high-energy cruise holidays.

Oceania Cruise

Oceania Cruises
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Oceania is the one that offers a small-ship experience of luxurious Tokyo-based cruises if looking for a more sophisticated and food-centered journey. The cruise line famous for “The Finest Cuisine at Sea” concentrates on customer service, generous living space, and thorough cultural discovery. Travels mostly carry Japan's historical cities like Kyoto and Hakodate, plus the beautiful Japanese gardens and temples, surrounding the guests with natural beauty and culture but in a luxuriously comfortable way.

Onboard Experience

  • Social and Enrichment Events: Interact with other guests while you are taking part in mixing your own drinks, tasting wines, or during the celebrations of the theme parties that are all based on different Japanese festivals.
  • Personalized Service: Smaller cruise companies such as Azamara and Oceania tend to create an intimate atmosphere while the larger companies MSC and Royal Caribbean supply lots of energy thus creating a resort-type service.
  • Adventure Meets Luxury: Choose between guided temple visitation during daytime and fine dining which is prepared by top-notch chefs in a cozy atmosphere at night.
  • Real Culinary Adventures: Joined by a delicious island delicacies, enjoy the whole experience from the lively streets of Tokyo where you can indulge in the hands-on sushi-making classes, sake tastings and regional cuisines based on each port.
  • Cultural Enrichment Programs: Participate in the shipboard activities which will introduce you to the local customs like tea ceremonies, Japanese calligraphy or taking language lessons.
  • Well-being and Rest: Not only panoramic view spas but also meditation classes and outdoor bathtubs are some of the amenities created to support your relaxation and restore your energy after a tiring adventure.