CELEBRITY SOLSTICE
See Japan the way you deserve aboard the
Renewed Celebrity Solstice.
A Whole New Way To Experience Japan
Japan has been on your bucket list long enough. And there’s no better way to visit than aboard the Renewed Celebrity Solstice. Feel the excitement of Tokyo and witness the iconic Mt. Fuji. Overnight stays in historic Kyoto, pristine Aomori, and breathtaking Kobe let you explore more of the moments, experiences, and festivals you’ve been dreaming about. Celebrate the destination on board through omakase evenings, sushi making, and so much more. Take in the country's breathtaking coastline from new outdoor escapes. New dining and entertainment make you wish the nights lasted a little longer. It’s time to experience Japan at its most stunning and see why Nothing Comes Close to Celebrity Cruises.
Our New 2028 Japan Sailings Are Here
Each Destination Tells a Different Story
Every destination on our Japan sailings has earned its place. Tokyo pulses with an energy all its own, where ancient shrines meet modern high-rises. Okinawa impresses with spectacular natural beauty, revealing a Japan filled with coral reefs, white sand, and unique culinary traditions. Hiroshima and Nagasaki offer profound historical significance, while Busan, South Korea, invites you to wander from seaside temples to bustling street markets against a backdrop of stunning coastal cliffs. And Mt. Fuji, visible on a clear day from miles around, is as breathtaking in person as you always knew it would be. This is a vacation that’s well worth the wait.
Some Destinations Deserve More Than a Day
Overnight stays in Kyoto, Aomori, and Kobe deliver something no single day can. Stand beneath red torii gates and explore famed bamboo forests. Relax into natural hot springs, savor local delicacies, and take in world-famous views. These are the once-in-a-lifetime days and unforgettable nights that define a bucket-list journey.
Seasons As Extraordinary As The Destinations
Japan has a profound relationship with the natural world, and each season makes that connection feel alive in a unique way. April welcomes sakura season, when streets are blanketed in pink and white cherry blossoms. June marks the arrival of summer and Kyoto’s hydrangeas, when temples and gardens burst with vivid blues, purples, and whites. Festivals in Tokyo and Busan, South Korea, also celebrate the arrival of the blooms with food, music, and dance. In autumn, Japan's legendary maples turn mountainsides and temple grounds into blazes of red and gold. Get ready to experience Japan the way the Japanese live it, season by beautiful season.
Japan's Greatest Festivals Are Waiting
Japan’s festivals are not to be missed, and our incredible sailings are timed to let you experience every moment. From the floats of Golden Week to the monthlong Gion Matsuri, and from Hanabi fireworks to the thindering drums of the Nebuta festival, each celebration is more magical and unforgettable than the last—and exactly the bucket-list Japan vacation you deserve.
Japan Cruise Highlights
Authentic Cultural Experiences
Japan has one of the deepest, best-preserved cultures anywhere on earth, and you'll get to experience this first-hand on cruises to Japan. In Tokyo, with its skyscrapers and Shinto shrines side-by-side, you'll feel the intricate balance of old and new Japanese culture. In Kyoto, explore more than 1,600 temples and shrines, including the iconic Kinkaku-Ji, or "Golden Pavilion." Enjoy traditional Japanese music, folkloric dance, and art, all on one incredible journey that brings you cultural enrichment at every turn.
Unique Cuisine
Dining in Japan is a treat, offering extraordinary diversity, creativity, and adventurous ingredients. You can find fresh, delicious sushi and sashimi, but look out, too, for fantastic yakitori (skewered chicken), tempura (vegetables or seafood fried in a light batter), udon (thick wheat noodles), and much more.
Featured Japanese Cruise Ports
A Japan cruise will take you to a diverse mix of ports. Some of these ports, like the famous capital city of Tokyo, offer a city experience full of skyscrapers, fine dining, and a chance to witness the day-to-day life of many who live in Japan. Other ports you’ll visit during a cruise around Japan provide a more tranquil setting with opportunities to get out into nature and visit ancient temples and shrines. In addition, many of our Japan cruise itineraries offer overnight ports of call to experience the nightlife of Japan; these may take place in Kobe and Kyoto.
Japan Cruise Itineraries
Cruises to Japan embark in Tokyo and Singapore and last for 12 or 13 nights. Sail to some of northeast Asia’s most celebrated cities and explore the country’s dazzling natural beauty. From mountains to beaches, exciting markets and fascinating museums, Celebrity brings you the best of Japan in these exciting itineraries.
Itineraries
Why Cruise to Japan With Celebrity Cruises
On a cruise to Japan with Celebrity, you will enjoy award-winning service, fine dining, and exciting entertainment. Sit back and relax with a glass of your favorite wine at Cellar Masters. Take in a fiery Japanese sunset and watch a movie under the stars from your comfortable seat on the Rooftop Terrace. Kids will love Camp at Sea, with different activities to stimulate their sense of creativity as you head to your next destination.
These fabulous Japan cruises will take you to ports like Kyoto, where you spend the night, with plenty of time to explore the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You'll also sail to Hakodate, a port famous for its fresh seafood, hot springs, and stunning mountain views. Marvel at the majesty of Mt. Fuji and enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kochi. On your next vacation, cruise to Japan with Celebrity for cultural immersion in style.
