Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea - Westbound
Date
2026-04-19
Duration
8 nights
Departure Port
Osaka
Japan
Arrival Port
Osaka
Japan
Rating
Classic
Theme
—
Tauck
Le Soléal
Launched
2013
Refitted
2019
Tonnage
10,944 GT
Passengers
264
Cabins
132
Crew
139
Length
466 m
Width
18 m
Speed
14 knots
Adults Only
No
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
Osaka
Osaka is Japan's exuberant culinary capital, a neon-drenched metropolis where Edo-period merchant culture lives on in vibrant street food markets and Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurants alike. No visit is complete without savouring *takoyaki* and *kushikatsu* along the Dōtonbori Canal, or venturing north to witness Hirosaki's legendary cherry blossoms. The ideal window is late March through May for spring blooms and mild weather, or October through November when autumn foliage transforms the surrounding Kansai region into a tapestry of amber and gold.
Day 3
Day 3
Osaka
Osaka is Japan's exuberant culinary capital, a neon-drenched metropolis where Edo-period merchant culture lives on in vibrant street food markets and Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurants alike. No visit is complete without savouring *takoyaki* and *kushikatsu* along the Dōtonbori Canal, or venturing north to witness Hirosaki's legendary cherry blossoms. The ideal window is late March through May for spring blooms and mild weather, or October through November when autumn foliage transforms the surrounding Kansai region into a tapestry of amber and gold.
Day 5
Day 5
Sakaiminato
Sakaiminato is a charming Sea of Japan fishing town famous for its yokai manga heritage along the Mizuki Shigeru Road and some of Japan's finest fresh crab and seafood. Visit for the bronze-statue-lined streets, excursions to sacred Mount Daisen, and the award-winning Adachi Museum of Art gardens.
Day 6
Day 6
Busan
Busan, a bustling port city in South Korea, is known for its stunning coastal scenery, rich history, and vibrant culinary scene. Must-do experiences include visiting the iconic Jagalchi Fish Market for fresh seafood and exploring the ancient sites of Gyeongju. The best time to visit is during the mild spring or autumn months when the weather is pleasant and local festivals abound.
Day 7
Day 7
Nagasaki
Nagasaki is a historically rich port city on Japan's Kyushu island, shaped by centuries of Portuguese, Dutch, and Chinese influence — offering visitors the Glover Garden heritage district, the moving Peace Park, and the spectacular Mount Inasa night panorama. Must-do experiences include tasting the city's signature champon noodle soup and exploring the atmospheric hillside lanes lined with stone churches and Chinese temples. The best months to visit are March through May for mild weather and cherry blossoms, or October through November when autumn colours set the surrounding hills ablaze.
Day 8
Day 8
Kagoshima
Kagoshima, the "Naples of the East," is a dramatic port city on Japan's southern coast defined by the active Sakurajima volcano and a rich samurai heritage dating to the powerful Shimazu clan. Visitors should not miss the fifteen-minute ferry crossing to Sakurajima's lava fields and a tasting of legendary Kurobuta black pork paired with local sweet-potato shōchū. Spring (March–May) offers mild temperatures and cherry blossoms, while autumn (October–November) brings clear skies ideal for volcano views.
Day 9
Day 9
Uwajima
Uwajima is a Shikoku castle town renowned for one of Japan's twelve original Edo-period castles, a unique bull sumo tradition, and exceptional sea bream served as sashimi over rice in the distinctive Uwajima tai-meshi style. Must-do experiences include climbing the original wooden castle keep, attending a togyu bull sumo tournament, and tasting the local pearl oysters and citrus. Spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage provide the most picturesque visiting seasons.
Day 1
Osaka
Osaka is Japan's exuberant culinary capital, a neon-drenched metropolis where Edo-period merchant culture lives on in vibrant street food markets and Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurants alike. No visit is complete without savouring *takoyaki* and *kushikatsu* along the Dōtonbori Canal, or venturing north to witness Hirosaki's legendary cherry blossoms. The ideal window is late March through May for spring blooms and mild weather, or October through November when autumn foliage transforms the surrounding Kansai region into a tapestry of amber and gold.
Day 3
Osaka
Osaka is Japan's exuberant culinary capital, a neon-drenched metropolis where Edo-period merchant culture lives on in vibrant street food markets and Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurants alike. No visit is complete without savouring *takoyaki* and *kushikatsu* along the Dōtonbori Canal, or venturing north to witness Hirosaki's legendary cherry blossoms. The ideal window is late March through May for spring blooms and mild weather, or October through November when autumn foliage transforms the surrounding Kansai region into a tapestry of amber and gold.
Day 5
Sakaiminato
Sakaiminato is a charming Sea of Japan fishing town famous for its yokai manga heritage along the Mizuki Shigeru Road and some of Japan's finest fresh crab and seafood. Visit for the bronze-statue-lined streets, excursions to sacred Mount Daisen, and the award-winning Adachi Museum of Art gardens.
Day 6
Busan
Busan, a bustling port city in South Korea, is known for its stunning coastal scenery, rich history, and vibrant culinary scene. Must-do experiences include visiting the iconic Jagalchi Fish Market for fresh seafood and exploring the ancient sites of Gyeongju. The best time to visit is during the mild spring or autumn months when the weather is pleasant and local festivals abound.
Day 7
Nagasaki
Nagasaki is a historically rich port city on Japan's Kyushu island, shaped by centuries of Portuguese, Dutch, and Chinese influence — offering visitors the Glover Garden heritage district, the moving Peace Park, and the spectacular Mount Inasa night panorama. Must-do experiences include tasting the city's signature champon noodle soup and exploring the atmospheric hillside lanes lined with stone churches and Chinese temples. The best months to visit are March through May for mild weather and cherry blossoms, or October through November when autumn colours set the surrounding hills ablaze.
Day 8
Kagoshima
Kagoshima, the "Naples of the East," is a dramatic port city on Japan's southern coast defined by the active Sakurajima volcano and a rich samurai heritage dating to the powerful Shimazu clan. Visitors should not miss the fifteen-minute ferry crossing to Sakurajima's lava fields and a tasting of legendary Kurobuta black pork paired with local sweet-potato shōchū. Spring (March–May) offers mild temperatures and cherry blossoms, while autumn (October–November) brings clear skies ideal for volcano views.
Day 9
Uwajima
Uwajima is a Shikoku castle town renowned for one of Japan's twelve original Edo-period castles, a unique bull sumo tradition, and exceptional sea bream served as sashimi over rice in the distinctive Uwajima tai-meshi style. Must-do experiences include climbing the original wooden castle keep, attending a togyu bull sumo tournament, and tasting the local pearl oysters and citrus. Spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage provide the most picturesque visiting seasons.
Cabin Categories
Deluxe Suite
Suite
DS
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (167 x 70 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 5 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Owner's Suite
Suite
OS
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Private return transfer
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A living/dining room with a sofa, armchair, second TV, 4-seater table, and sliding courtesy door
A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub
A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer
Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar
A private 9 m² balcony
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Prestige Deck 5 Suite
Suite
4
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchairs, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms: one with a shower and one with a bath
A private 8 m² balcony
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Prestige Deck 6 Suite
Suite
5
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchairs, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms: one with a shower and one with a bath
A private 8 m² balcony
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Deluxe Stateroom
Balcony
D
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony
A window and panoramic glazed swing door
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Prestige Deck 4
Balcony
1
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Prestige Deck 5
Balcony
2
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV
A bathroom with bath
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Prestige Deck 6
Balcony
3
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with bathtub (except staterooms 605 and 625: with shower)
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Superior Stateroom
Outside
6
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed or two single beds (180 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A window (except for stateroom 300: a round porthole only)
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