Best Time For Cherry Blossom Season
As Japan is such a large country, stretching from the islands of the Sea of Okhotsk touching Russia in the far north to the China Sea by Korea to the south, it boasts a rich variety of climates and types of seasonal changes. Although the established window is March to April, this makes the cherry blossom season vary from region to region. On the island of Okinawa, the season can start as early as January while the northern regions can be as late as May. With the peak bloom being around two weeks, a cruise around Japan is an ideal way to maximise your chances of timing it right and getting to see the cherries in bloom in at least one stop off along your voyage.
Best Places in Japan to see the Cherry Blossoms
Mount Yoshino - located at the centre of the southern peninsula of the Kinki region, this natural wonder is accessible from the surrounding ports of Osaka, Shingu and Wakayama.
Hirosaki Castle - situated in the northern Aomori region is a picture postcard image of Japan's famous cherry blossoms in bloom. Around an hour’s drive from the cruise port and with the dominating Mount Iwaki in the background, Hiraki Castle and its scenic parks are a must, whatever the time of year.
Philosopher's Path - this scenic walkway between Kyoto’s most atmospheric temples turns into a riot of colour as petals fall like snow from the trees along the parallel canal.
Meguro River - take a boat trip down Tokyo’s idyllic waterway to float among the falling petals from the majestic trees lining the banks. A night-time session is also possible - illuminated by ambient lighting, this is ideal for a romantic occasion!
Cherry Blossom Cruise and Stay
It can be tricky to fully take in Japan's cherry blossom in all its picturesque glory by just stopping in Japan for a day at each port of call. That’s why we’ve tailormade exclusive Japan cruise and stay packages to explore the Land of the Rising Sun and its world-famous cherry blossoms in style and comfort throughout the most sought-after locations, complete with flights, transfers, hotels and tours!
12 Night Best Of Japan Cruise
Celebrity Millennium 02 March 2027 12 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Osaka - Kochi - Busan - Nagasaki - Kagoshima - Mt Fuji (Shimizu) - Tokyo
- Ask about adding Drinks & WiFi
Cruise Only from
- Interior Call Us
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite £11,289pp
Includes extra savings of up to £349pp
12 Night Best Of Japan Cruise
Celebrity Millennium 14 March 2027 12 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Kobe - Osaka - Kochi - Busan - Nagasaki - Kagoshima - Mt Fuji (Shimizu) - Tokyo
- Ask about adding Drinks & WiFi
Call us now on 0800 197 8050
Japan Explorer Cherry Blossoms
Diamond Princess 16 March 2027 11 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Beppu - Hiroshima - Kanmon Straits - Busan - Nagasaki - Miyazaki - Kochi - Kobe - Tokyo
- Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
Cruise Only from
- Interior £1,789pp
- Ocean View £2,169pp
- Balcony £3,219pp
- Suite £5,229pp
Includes extra savings of up to £162pp
Grand Japan Cherry Blossoms
Diamond Princess 16 March 2027 23 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Beppu - Hiroshima - Kanmon Straits - Busan - Nagasaki - Miyazaki - Kochi - Kobe - Tokyo...
- Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
Cruise Only from
- Interior £3,169pp
- Ocean View £4,069pp
- Balcony £6,079pp
- Suite £7,629pp
Includes extra savings of up to £236pp
Castles, Temples & Geishas - Tokyo to Tokyo
Luxury
Seven Seas Explorer 18 March 2027 12 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Nagoya - Kobe - Kochi - Kagoshima - Shanghai - Shimiju - Tokyo
- Unlimited Beverages
- Gratuities
- Unlimited Shore Excursions
Cruise Only from
- Suite £9,329pp
Includes extra savings of up to £598pp
Tokyo to Tokyo
Luxury
Silver Moon 20 March 2027 14 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Kobe - Kochi - Hiroshima - Busan - Kanazawa - Hakodate - Miyako - Tokyo
- Unlimited Beverages
- Gratuities
Cruise Only from
- Suite £8,449pp
Includes extra savings of up to £445pp
9-Day Asia from Tokyo to Seoul: Osaka, Kochi, Jeju & Nagoya
Norwegian Jade 23 March 2027 9 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Shimiju - Nagoya - Tokushima - Kochi - Hiroshima - Kagoshima - Nagasaki - Jeju - Seoul (Incheon)
- Upgrade for £309pp & get: Premium Drinks, Speciality Dining, WiFi & Excursion Discounts
Cruise Only from
- Interior £2,029pp
- Ocean View £2,559pp
- Balcony £3,649pp
Includes extra savings of up to £113pp
Japan Intensive: Tokyo, Hiroshima & Kobe
Luxury
Azamara Pursuit 25 March 2027 9 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Shimiju - Hiroshima - Beppu - Busan - Kitakyushu - Kochi - Kobe
- More Inclusive Drinks
- Gratuities Included
- Boutique Small-Ship Experience
- FREE up to $1000 On Board Spend
Cruise Only from
- Interior £4,049pp
- Ocean View £4,109pp
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite Call Us
Includes extra savings of up to £84pp
Japan Intensive Combination Cruise: Tokyo, Kobe & Hiroshima
Luxury
Azamara Pursuit 25 March 2027 18 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Shimiju - Hiroshima - Beppu - Busan - Kitakyushu - Kochi - Kobe - Hiroshima - Yeosu...
- More Inclusive Drinks
- Gratuities Included
- Boutique Small-Ship Experience
- FREE up to $1000 On Board Spend
Cruise Only from
- Interior £6,469pp
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite Call Us
Includes extra savings of up to £132pp
Springtime in Japan
Cruise & Stay
Celebrity Millennium Mar – Apr 2027 & Feb – Apr 2028 17 nights
Itinerary: Stay 3 nights in Tokyo - Tokyo - Kobe - Kobe - Osaka - Kochi, Japan - Busan, South Korea - Nagasaki - Kagoshima - Mt Fuji (Shimizu) - Tokyo - Tokyo
- Exclusive Savings of up to £1500 per couple
- Exclusive Cabin Availability - Last Remaining Cabins for 2027!
- FREE Tokyo Stay
- FREE Mount Fuji, Hakone & Bullet Train Tour Included
- Drinks & WiFi Included Worth up to £1260pp
- Cherry Blossom Season
- Flights available from a choice of airports including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester & London
Cruise & Stay from
- Interior £3,849pp
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite Call Us
Southeast Asia & Japan
Diamond Princess 01 March 2027 15 nights
Itinerary: Singapore - Ho Chi Minh City - Chan May - Hong Kong - Taipei - Ishigaki Island - Okinawa - Kochi - Kobe - Tokyo
- Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
Cruise Only from
- Interior £2,729pp
- Ocean View £2,799pp
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite Call Us
Includes extra savings of up to £87pp
Southeast Asia & Japan
Diamond Princess 01 March 2027 26 nights
Itinerary: Singapore - Ho Chi Minh City - Chan May - Hong Kong - Taipei - Ishigaki Island - Okinawa - Kochi - Kobe - Tokyo...
- Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
Call us now on 0800 197 8050
12 Night Best Of Japan Cruise
Celebrity Millennium 02 March 2027 12 nights
Itinerary: Tokyo - Osaka - Kochi - Busan - Nagasaki - Kagoshima - Mt Fuji (Shimizu) - Tokyo
- Ask about adding Drinks & WiFi
Cruise Only from
- Interior Call Us
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite £11,289pp
Includes extra savings of up to £349pp
Iconic Skylines, Starry Nights - Bangkok to Tokyo
Luxury
Seven Seas Explorer 02 March 2027 16 nights
Itinerary: Bangkok - Sihanoukville - Ho Chi Minh City - Nha Trang - Hong Kong - Taipei - Miyakojima - Osaka - Tokyo
- Unlimited Beverages
- Gratuities
- Unlimited Shore Excursions
Cruise Only from
- Suite £13,229pp
Includes extra savings of up to £804pp
Singapore to Tokyo
Luxury
Silver Moon 04 March 2027 16 nights
Itinerary: Singapore - Ho Chi Minh City - Hong Kong - Busan - Kanmon Straits - Hiroshima - Kochi - Tokyo
- Unlimited Beverages
- Gratuities
Cruise Only from
- Suite £8,169pp
Includes extra savings of up to £430pp
Sydney to Tokyo
Luxury
Riviera 07 March 2027 51 nights
Itinerary: Sydney - Whitsunday Islands - Cairns - Cooktown - Darwin - Komodo Island - Bali - Celukan Bawang - Surabaya - Semarang...
- Gratuities
- Unlimited WiFi
- Gourmet Speciality Dining
- Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Speciality Tea & Coffee
- In Suite & Stateroom Dining
Cruise Only from
- Interior Call Us
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony £18,439pp
- Suite Call Us
Includes extra savings of up to £1,122pp
Sydney to Vancouver
Luxury
Riviera 07 March 2027 68 nights
Itinerary: Sydney - Whitsunday Islands - Cairns - Cooktown - Darwin - Komodo Island - Bali - Celukan Bawang - Surabaya - Semarang...
- Gratuities
- Unlimited WiFi
- Gourmet Speciality Dining
- Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Speciality Tea & Coffee
- In Suite & Stateroom Dining
Cruise Only from
- Interior Call Us
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony £22,959pp
- Suite Call Us
Includes extra savings of up to £1,319pp
Australia, Asia & Alaska Sydney to Vancouver, British Columbia
Viking Orion 08 March 2027 78 nights
Itinerary: Sydney - Newcastle - Brisbane - Whitsunday Islands - Townsville - Cairns - Thursday Island - Darwin - Rinca Island - Lombok...
Call us now on 0800 197 8050
Japan Intensive: Kobe, Aomori & Tokyo
Luxury
Azamara Pursuit 11 March 2027 14 nights
Itinerary: Kobe - Hiroshima - Beppu - Kitakyushu - Sasebo - Busan - Sakaiminato - Kanazawa - Niigata - Akita...
- More Inclusive Drinks
- Gratuities Included
- Boutique Small-Ship Experience
- FREE up to $1000 On Board Spend
Cruise Only from
- Interior £4,849pp
- Ocean View £5,379pp
- Balcony £6,409pp
- Suite £10,519pp
Includes extra savings of up to £215pp
Springtime in Japan
Cruise & Stay
Celebrity Millennium Mar – Apr 2027 & Feb – Apr 2028 17 nights
Itinerary: Stay 3 nights in Tokyo - Tokyo - Kobe - Kobe - Osaka - Kochi, Japan - Busan, South Korea - Nagasaki - Kagoshima - Mt Fuji (Shimizu) - Tokyo - Tokyo
- Exclusive Savings of up to £1500 per couple
- Exclusive Cabin Availability - Last Remaining Cabins for 2027!
- FREE Tokyo Stay
- FREE Mount Fuji, Hakone & Bullet Train Tour Included
- Drinks & WiFi Included Worth up to £1260pp
- Cherry Blossom Season
- Flights available from a choice of airports including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester & London
Cruise & Stay from
- Interior £3,849pp
- Ocean View Call Us
- Balcony Call Us
- Suite Call Us
