| Cruise line | Holland America |
|---|---|
| Ship | ms Westerdam |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 6 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| Year built | 2004 |
| Guests | 2362 |
| Cabins | 984 |
| Crew | 817 |
| Length | 285 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 22.0 kn |
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Japan Cruise from Tokyo to Yokohama — 8 Days
7 nights · Japan · Departs Tokyo (Japan) · Visiting Nagoya, Jeju Island, Kobe-Osaka, Shimizu, Yokohama · Aboard Holland America on the ms Westerdam
Image courtesy of Holland America ©
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Day 1
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is a city of contrasts best explored one neighborhood at a time. In Asakusa, Senso-ji’s lantern gates lead to a centuries-old Buddhist temple; nearby, the Sumida River frames the skyline. Ride the efficient rail network to sleek Ginza, quiet Meiji Shrine, or the high-rise streets of Shinjuku. Come hungry: sushi counters, ramen shops, and department-store food halls make eating well remarkably easy. Tokyo’s scale is immense, but its details reward curiosity.
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Day 2
Nagoya, Japan
Nagoya rewards travelers who look beyond its industrial skyline. Nagoya Castle’s golden shachihoko and broad grounds recall the power of the city’s samurai lords. At Atsuta Jingu, one of Japan’s most revered Shinto shrines, ancient trees frame a quieter visit. Try miso katsu or grilled eel over rice, local specialties that give this hardworking city a distinct flavor.
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Day 4
Jeju Island, Korea
Seogwipo sits on Jeju Island’s southern coast, framed by volcanic cliffs and the Korea Strait. Jeongbang Falls plunges directly into the sea, while Cheonjiyeon Falls rewards a short walk through a wooded gorge. Follow a section of the Jeju Olle Trail for coastal views. At Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market, browse seafood and island-grown produce. In clear weather, Hallasan rises inland above the island’s lava-stone landscape.
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Day 6
Kobe-Osaka, Japan
Osaka rewards travellers who look beyond its famous appetite. Japan’s third-largest city blends merchant heritage, bold architecture and everyday energy. At Osaka Castle, stone walls and broad moats frame a defining chapter of the city’s past. Follow locals to Dotonbori, where neon reflects on the canal and takoyaki comes hot from the grill. Excellent rail links make Osaka a practical gateway to Kyoto, Nara and Kobe.
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Day 7
Shimizu, Japan
Shimizu offers a memorable arrival: on clear days, Mount Fuji rises beyond the blue waters of Suruga Bay. Shimizu is a working harbor famed for tuna. Across the bay, Miho-no-Matsubara’s pines frame a celebrated view of Fuji. At Nihondaira, take in the panorama, then ride the ropeway to Kunozan Toshogu, a richly decorated shrine honoring Tokugawa Ieyasu.
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Day 8
Yokohama, Japan
Yokohama is Japan’s most cosmopolitan port city, with Tokyo less than an hour away by train. Stay here, though, and you’ll find a city with its own strong character. Explore waterfront promenades, the historic Red Brick Warehouse, and one of Japan’s largest Chinatowns. Yokohama opened to foreign trade in 1859. Its international past still shapes the food, architecture, and relaxed pace of the city today.
ms Westerdam Cruises
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- 15 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Tokyo
- 15 Days One-Way from Singapore to Hong Kong
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- 15 Days One-Way from Tokyo to Vancouver
- 15 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Tokyo
- 15 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
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- 15 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
- 17 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 27 Days One-Way from Sydney to Auckland
- 29 Days Singapore, Singapore Round Trip
- 29 Days Tokyo, Japan Round Trip
- 30 Days One-Way from Tokyo to Hong Kong
- 31 Days One-Way from Auckland to Sydney
- 35 Days One-Way from Sydney to Seattle
- 36 Days One-Way from Seattle to Sydney
- 41 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 43 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Singapore
- 43 Days One-Way from Sydney to Auckland
- 49 Days One-Way from Auckland to Seattle
- 50 Days One-Way from Seattle to Auckland
- 8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Seattle
- 8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Whittier
- 8 Days One-Way from Whittier to Vancouver
- 8 Days One-Way from Yokohama to Tokyo
Published August 14, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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