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Circumnavigation of Japan: Icons, Traditions & Coastal Discovery

Name: Circumnavigation of Japan: Icons, Traditions & Coastal Discovery
Brand: Scenic
Price: 28395 USD
Availability: InStock

Journey around Japan on a rare full circumnavigation that links 16 ports across three main islands and one South Korean city. Sail from Osaka through the Seto Inland Sea, across to Busan, along the Sea of Japan coast, around northern Honshu and back through the Pacific, arriving during the country's celebrated cherry blossom season.

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Asia Japan Korea

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

A Scenic Discovery Yacht experience for only up to 228 guests
Exclusive Scenic Enrich event and Scenic Freechoice experiences
Marina with included water activities of snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, floating hammocks, inflatable trampoline, SEABOBs and e-bikes for on shore exploration~
Spacious all-verandah suites with personalised butler service for every guest and luxury amenities
Nth Degree service with a close to 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
Up to 10 culinary experiences, from casual to fine dining
Eight bars and lounges
The finest selection of included beverages+, all day, every day, with a choice of over 100 whiskeys at the Scenic Lounge Bar and in-suite mini-bar
Wellness facilities at the 550sq m/5,920 sq ft Senses Spa#, gym, yoga and Pilates studio and Vitality pools
Daily entertainment in the state-of-the-art theatre and Scenic Lounge Bar
Open Bridge policy to meet and gain insights from the Captain and navigational crew
Swarovski telescopes in the main lounge and personal binoculars in every suite
Included return airport transfers upon arrival and departure at your destination
All tipping on board and onshore, complimentary Wi-Fi and a refillable water bottle to take home

Ship

Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic

Scenic Eclipse II is the 2023-built sister to Scenic Eclipse — same Discovery Yacht platform with refined interiors, two new restaurants (Night Market @ Koko's, Chef's Table @ Elements) and an expanded spa. Identical 228-guest capacity, helicopter and submarine operations, Polar Class 6 hull and 20-person Discovery Team. The Next-Generation Discovery Yacht • 2023 build · 228 guests · 172 crew • Two helicopters + custom submersible (PC6 hull) • 10 dining experiences across the ship • Expanded Senses Spa with halotherapy lounge • Bow Lounge & expanded Sun Deck • Sister-ship 360° rotation: open bridge, paddleboards, kayaks

Passengers228

Tonnage17,592 GT

Built2023

Ice ClassPC6 (Polar Class 6)

Decks10

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Current Offers

4 promotions apply to this voyage. Click any offer for full terms.

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Third Person Policy

Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability. Child discount: 50%

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD

Gratuities

All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.

Insurance Requirements

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy

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Circumnavigation of Japan: Icons, Traditions & Coastal Discovery

Route Map

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Day-by-Day Itinerary

International flights

Osaka, Japan

Imabari, Japan

Miyajima > Hiroshima, Japan

Shimonoseki, Japan

Busan, South Korea

Sakaiminato, Japan

Kanazawa, Japan

Sado Island, Japan

Niigata, Japan

At Sea

Aomori, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

Miyako, Japan

Oarai, Japan

Shimizu, Japan

Toba, Japan

Osaka, Japan

International flights

Ship

Scenic Eclipse II

Deck Plans

Onboard Facilities

Live Position

Current Offers

Super Earlybird Fares — pay in full & save

Ultimate Voyage — 10% off combined consecutive journeys

Solo Traveler Fares — reduced single supplement

Military & First Responder Savings — $250 per person

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

Third Person Policy

Cancellation Policy

Gratuities

Insurance Requirements

Cabin Categories

Verandah Suite

Deluxe Verandah Suite

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

Panorama Suite

Grand Panorama Suite

Spa Suite

Owner's Penthouse

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