Japan
THE SPIRIT OF
Japan is the ultimate bucket list destination . The country , which walks a tightrope between cutting-edge modernity and long-held traditions , is sure to pique the interest of the curious cruiser . It ’ s an easy crowd-pleaser , with abundant cultural heritage , thousands of temples and shrines , world-famous cuisine and breathtaking nature . This roundtrip sailing promises a full schedule with just a single sea day slated in the itinerary . Highlights of the 10-Day Japan Explorer , on board the Diamond Princess , include a late departure from Osaka , a scenic sailing through the Kanmon Straits , visits to Hiroshima and Nagasaki and incomparable port views of Mount Fuji , says Katherine Alex Beaven
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