FOR THE ULTIMATE URBAN JAPANESE EXPERIENCE, SPEND YOUR CRUISE HOLIDAY IN THE OSAKA REGION.

Dating back to the fifth and sixth centuries BC, Osaka commands a pivotal role in Japan’s economy, and is the ultimate urban Japanese experience. Taste fine samples of regional cuisine such as traditional okonomiyaki, pan-fried battercake. Marvel at the staggering skyline, the shōtengai shopping arcades, and the city’s many monuments, museums and landmarks such as the National Museum of Art, the ornamental Osaka Castle, the unmistakable Umeda Sky Building, and the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, one of the best in the world. Don’t miss the lively and very flashy Dōtonbori district alongside the canal. For a decidedly inspired change of pace, venture to nearby Kyoto to visit one of the city’s 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Catch a glimpse of geisha fluttering down stone-paved streets, innumerable Buddhist temples, Shintō shrines and untold other hidden gems, all in the heart of Japanese culture.

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OSAKA CASTLE PARK

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OSAKA CASTLE PARK

This large urban park and historical site includes the famed Osaka Castle, dating back to the 16th century. Explore the castle complex, with its magnificent stone walls and moats, discover the rich history at the museum, take in views of Osaka Bay and Mount Ikoma from the observation deck, and relax among the cherry trees.

KINKAKUJI

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KINKAKUJI

Explore Kyoto’s famed Golden Pavillion and its beautiful zen gardens. The golden reflection of this iconic Buddhist Temple and UNESCO World Heritage Site shimmering across the pond is a breath-taking site you won’t soon forget.

Kyoto and Nara Full Day Tour

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Kyoto and Nara Full Day Tour

Discover the ancient city of Nara with visits to Kasuga-Taisha Shrine and the Todaiji Temple in Nara Park. Following a traditional lunch, explore Kyoto including the Kiyomizu-dera Temple on Mount Kiyomizu and the Golden Pavillion.

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Kyoto by Shinkansen with Lunch
Hop aboard Japan’s legendary bullet train and journey to Kyoto for an exploration of this cultural wonderland filled with temples and historic relics.
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Best of Kyoto
Experience the wondrous temples and historic castle of Kyoto on a narrated tour that also includes lunch and some time to shop for local souvenirs.
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Kyoto and Nara Full-Day Tour
Discover the magical and magnificent temples of Japan found amid the ancient capital of Nara and the cultural city of Kyoto.
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