Princess Cruises Announces Largest-Ever Japan Deployment in 2027
Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has announced its largest-ever Japan deployment for 2027, featuring two Japanese-built ships - Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess. The program includes 78 departures across 50 unique itineraries from Tokyo, operating from March to December 2027.
The deployment will offer various cruise experiences including Cherry Blossom voyages, Festival Cruises featuring seven spectacular Japanese festivals, and Circle Japan voyages ranging from 7 to 28 days. The ships will visit 45 destinations across 6 countries, with access to 21 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 12 More Ashore late-night ports. Bookings open on August 20, 2025, with special Captain's Circle Savings of up to $200 per stateroom for early bookings.
Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) ha annunciato la sua più ampia programmazione in Giappone per il 2027, con due navi costruite in Giappone - Diamond Princess e Sapphire Princess. Il programma prevede 78 partenze su 50 itinerari unici da Tokyo, operative da marzo a dicembre 2027.
La programmazione offrirà diverse esperienze di crociera, tra cui viaggi durante la fioritura dei ciliegi, crociere festival con sette spettacolari festival giapponesi e viaggi intorno al Giappone della durata da 7 a 28 giorni. Le navi visiteranno 45 destinazioni in 6 paesi, con accesso a 21 siti patrimonio mondiale dell'UNESCO e 12 porti con late-night More Ashore. Le prenotazioni apriranno il 20 agosto 2025, con speciali sconti Captain's Circle fino a 200$ per cabina per chi prenota in anticipo.
Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) ha anunciado su despliegue más grande en Japón para 2027, con dos barcos construidos en Japón - Diamond Princess y Sapphire Princess. El programa incluye 78 salidas en 50 itinerarios únicos desde Tokio, operando de marzo a diciembre de 2027.
El despliegue ofrecerá diversas experiencias de crucero, incluyendo viajes durante la floración del cerezo, Cruceros de Festival con siete espectaculares festivales japoneses y viajes alrededor de Japón de entre 7 y 28 días. Los barcos visitarán 45 destinos en 6 países, con acceso a 21 sitios Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO y 12 puertos nocturnos More Ashore. Las reservas se abrirán el 20 de agosto de 2025, con ahorros especiales Captain's Circle de hasta $200 por camarote para reservas anticipadas.
프린세스 크루즈(NYSE:CCL)는 2027년 일본 최대 규모 배치 계획을 발표했으며, 일본에서 건조된 두 척의 선박 - 다이아몬드 프린세스와 사파이어 프린세스를 포함합니다. 이 프로그램은 2027년 3월부터 12월까지 도쿄에서 출발하는 50개의 독특한 일정으로 78회 출항을 제공합니다.
이번 배치는 벚꽃 여행, 일본의 7대 축제를 포함한 축제 크루즈, 7일부터 28일까지 다양한 기간의 일본 일주 여행 등 다양한 크루즈 경험을 선사합니다. 선박은 6개국 45개 목적지를 방문하며, 21개의 유네스코 세계문화유산과 12개의 야간 항구인 More Ashore를 이용할 수 있습니다. 예약은 2025년 8월 20일에 시작되며, 조기 예약 시 객실당 최대 200달러의 Captain's Circle 특별 할인 혜택이 제공됩니다.
Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) a annoncé son plus grand déploiement jamais réalisé au Japon pour 2027, avec deux navires construits au Japon - Diamond Princess et Sapphire Princess. Le programme comprend 78 départs répartis sur 50 itinéraires uniques au départ de Tokyo, de mars à décembre 2027.
Cette programmation offrira diverses expériences de croisière, notamment des voyages pendant la floraison des cerisiers, des croisières festival mettant en avant sept festivals japonais spectaculaires, ainsi que des croisières autour du Japon allant de 7 à 28 jours. Les navires visiteront 45 destinations dans 6 pays, avec accès à 21 sites du patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO et 12 ports nocturnes More Ashore. Les réservations ouvriront le 20 août 2025, avec des économies spéciales Captain's Circle allant jusqu'à 200 $ par cabine pour les réservations anticipées.
Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) hat seinen bisher größten Einsatz in Japan für 2027 angekündigt, mit zwei in Japan gebauten Schiffen - Diamond Princess und Sapphire Princess. Das Programm umfasst 78 Abfahrten auf 50 einzigartigen Routen ab Tokio, die von März bis Dezember 2027 stattfinden.
Der Einsatz bietet verschiedene Kreuzfahrterlebnisse, darunter Kirschblütenfahrten, Festival-Kreuzfahrten mit sieben spektakulären japanischen Festivals und Rundreisen durch Japan von 7 bis 28 Tagen. Die Schiffe besuchen 45 Ziele in 6 Ländern, mit Zugang zu 21 UNESCO-Welterbestätten und 12 More Ashore Späthafen. Die Buchungen öffnen am 20. August 2025, mit speziellen Captain's Circle Rabatten von bis zu 200 $ pro Kabine bei Frühbuchung.
- Largest-ever Japan deployment with 78 departures and 50 unique itineraries
- Strategic timing to capture high-demand events like Cherry Blossoms and 7 major festivals
- Extended coverage with 45 destinations across 6 countries
- Enhanced guest experience with 12 late-night port stays and access to 21 UNESCO sites
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Two Ships, 78 Departures, 50 Itineraries – A Landmark Season of Immersive Exploration
Marking a major milestone for the brand's legacy in
"This upcoming 2027 season is more than an expansion - it's a homecoming," said Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises. "Our story in
2027 Deployment Overview:
- Two Japanese-built ships: 2,670-guest Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess – both built at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries shipyard in
Nagasaki - 45 cruise destinations across 6 countries
- 78 total departures and 50 unique itineraries from the
Tokyo region
- Cherry Blossom Voyages (9–24 days): Timed to follow the blooming season from south to north across all four of
Japan's main islands. - Festival Cruises (8–24 days): Celebrate Japan's most vibrant summer festivals including the Aomori Nebuta, Tokushima Awa Odori, and Kochi Yosakoi with late-night stays.
- Circle and Grand Japan Voyages (9–28 days): Circumnavigate the country with visits to
Osaka ,Hiroshima ,Nagasaki , and more. - Okinawa & Taiwan Itineraries (9–18 days): Explore the subtropical beauty of
Okinawa and the cultural richness ofTaipei and Hualien. - Japan Explorer Cruises (9–13 days): Discover iconic cities like Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji),
Kobe (forKyoto ), andKagoshima .
Exclusive Festival Experiences:
Guests can experience seven spectacular festivals with late-night stays in port, including:
- Aomori Nebuta Festival (Aug 2 and Aug 7) - Towering illuminated floats, traditional music and energetic dancers.
- Hakodate Minato Festival (Aug 3) - A maritime celebration with a historic parade with spectacular floats.
- Akita Kanto Festival (Aug 6) - Performers balance towering bamboo poles with candlelit lanterns to festive flute and drum music.
- Yamagata Hanagasa Festival (from Sakata) (Aug 7): A colorful celebration featuring 10,000 local dancers to the rhythm of taiko drums.
- Kochi Yosakoi Dance Festival (Aug 12): One of
Japan's largest festivals, with vibrant dance teams and audience participation. - Tokushima Awa Odori Dance Festival (Aug 13): A centuries-old dance event known for the joyful "Fool's Dance" performed throughout the city.
- Kumano Fireworks Festival (Aug 17): A dazzling display of over 10,000 fireworks.
More Time Ashore:
With 12 More Ashore late-night ports, guests enjoy extended evenings in vibrant destinations like
Cultural Enrichment & World Heritage Sites:
Princess guests can visit 21 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as:
- Mount Fuji (from Shimizu)
- Itsukushima Shrine & Hiroshima Peace Memorial (from
Hiroshima ) - Ancient Kyoto Monuments (from
Kobe orOsaka ) - Jomon Prehistoric Sites (from Aomori or Hakodate)
Scenic Sailings:
Marvel at iconic sights from sea:
- Sail past Mount Fuji in Shimizu Bay
- Cruise the Kanmon Straits and Japan Inland Sea
- Admire Sakurajima Volcano from Kagoshima Bay
Legendary Cities & Cultural Gems:
Experience
Japanese Touches Onboard:
Guests sailing on Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess will come back from an immersive day in port to enjoy Japanese touches onboard, such as:
- Regional dishes including noodles and freshly prepared sushi
- Spirited drinks like fine Japanese whiskeys, sake and shochu
- Delight in the 400-year tradition of storytelling known as "rakugo"
- Join in an evening of karaoke and watch folkloric dancers bring Japanese culture to life
Guests booking by August 27, 2025, will enjoy Captain's Circle Savings up to
More details can be secured through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the
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