--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: d6d98628-3bfd-4e65-abb5-cf9b0872e0fc slug: 2317166 voyage_code: 7818A cruise_line: Seabourn ship: Seabourn Encore departure_date: return_date: nights: 28 embarkation_port: Tokyo, Japan disembarkation_port: Tokyo, Japan starting_price_usd: bookable: true last_updated: 2026-10-19T17:18:52Z --- # 28-Day Japan's Plum & Cherry Blossoms Exploration > Seabourn · Seabourn Encore · Feb 26 – Mar 25, 2028   (28 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Seabourn | | **Ship** | Seabourn Encore | | **Duration** | 28 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Tokyo, Japan | | **Disembarkation Port** | Tokyo, Japan | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | 7818A | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Tokyo, Japan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Osaka **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM ### Day 4: Scenic Cruising Kanmon Straits **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Busan (Pusan), South Korea **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, and the country's seaside connection to Japan and the West. Lovely urban scenery, the Pusan International Film Festival, and near-by hot springs has made Busan a popular leisure destination. Busan has the sophistication of a major city, as well as famous beaches that lure visitors from all over the world. The city is a microcosm of South Korea, a nation whose economic success often obscures, to Westerners, one of Asia's most sophisticated and vene... ### Day 6: Sakaiminato, Japan **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Renowned for its bounty of fresh seafood, Sakaiminato is a fishing town backed by mountains in the Honshu region. Izumo Grand Shrine is one of Japan’s most important Shinto temples, and the six-story, black Matsue Castle is one of the oldest surviving Tokugawa Samurai castles. View the snow-capped Mount Daisen, the vermilion, elaborately carved Hinomisaki temples or soak in the Kaike Onsen hot springs by the sea. The Adachi Museum holds a collection of modern Japanese art, while the Tottori Flo... ### Day 7: Kanazawa, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM One of Japan’s best-preserved cities, Kanazawa escaped war damage and natural disasters to reward visitors with a wealth of architecture as an important clan castle town from the mid-17th century until the middle of the 19th. The mighty Kanazawa Castle did not survive intact, but its famous Ishikawa Gate, the Sunjikken Longhouse and lavish Kenrokuen Garden hint at the grandeur. Of special note are the surviving Higashi Geisha District and Samurai District streets. The Temple area holds the Myory... ### Day 8: Kanazawa, Japan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM One of Japan’s best-preserved cities, Kanazawa escaped war damage and natural disasters to reward visitors with a wealth of architecture as an important clan castle town from the mid-17th century until the middle of the 19th. The mighty Kanazawa Castle did not survive intact, but its famous Ishikawa Gate, the Sunjikken Longhouse and lavish Kenrokuen Garden hint at the grandeur. Of special note are the surviving Higashi Geisha District and Samurai District streets. The Temple area holds the Myory... ### Day 9: Niigata **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 10: Akita, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 11: Aomori, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Located on the northernmost harbor of Japan’s main island of Honshu, Aomori is the traditional departure point for Hokkaido Island. It is famous for its summer Nebuta Matsuri festival, and has a museum that recaptures the color and pageantry for those who visit in other seasons. Explore the earliest prehistoric cultures of Japan at the Sannai Maruyama archaeological site, or visit the Aomori Museum of Art for a look at more contemporary works. Nearby Hirosaki boasts a 17th Century castle. Visit ... ### Day 12: Miyako, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 13: Sendai, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 14: Hitachinaka, Japan **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 15: Tokyo, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 16: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 17: Matsuyama **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM ### Day 18: Hiroshima, Japan **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Hiroshima means “wide island” in Japanese. The city was established in the 16th Century on Japan’s largest island, Honshu, and grew into an important shipping center and prefecture capital, boasting a fine castle. Although it was an important city in Japan throughout the imperial period, its reputation in the greater world was burned into history when it became to target of the first atomic bombing of a civilian target in August of 1945. The United States airplane Enola Gay dropped a nuclear dev... ### Day 18: Scenic Cruising Kanmon Straits **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 19: Fukuoka Hakata, Japan **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Located on the northern tip of Japan’s Kyushu Island, Hakata harbor’s location close to the Asian mainland made it an important port from very ancient times, serving the early administrative center at Dazaifu near by. In the 13th century, the Mongol Kublai Khan tried twice to subdue the city, but his attacks were both foiled by typhoons, which earned the last one the name Kamikaze, meaning “Divine Wind.” In the late 19th century, Hakata and the nearby samurai city of Fukuoka were merged. Today F... ### Day 20: Yeosu, South Korea **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Old Yeosu City, founded in 1949, and Yeocheon City, founded in 1986, were merged into a new city in 1998. The city of Yeosu consists of the Yeosu peninsula as well as 317 islands (49 inhabited, 268 uninhabited). Lying about midway along the southern coast of South Korea, it is separated from Namhae County in South Gyeongsang Province to the east by a natural waterway. Yeosu translates to "Beautiful Waters." ### Day 21: Nagasaki, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Nagasaki is situated on the West Coast of Kyushu on a scenic bay. Located closest to the Asian mainland, it has historically been an important trading center and highly influenced by Chinese culture. When Japan chose to isolate itself from the Western world for two hundred years starting in the mid 1600's, Nagasaki was the only port open to foreign vessels. In recent history, Nagasaki was the second city after Hiroshima to be destroyed by an atomic bomb, bringing an end to World War II. ### Day 22: Yatsushiro, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 23: Kagoshima, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Capital of Japan's southernmost prefecture, Kagoshima faces the Kinko-wan Bay and the active Sakurajima Volcano. Kagoshima played an important role in Japanese history, starting in the early 7th century when Bounotsu Port was a base for trading with China and other Asian nations. The region, formerly known as Satsuma was dominated by 29 generations Shimazu lords for over 700 years until the 1867 Meiji Restoration. Between the 9th and 15th centuries, Satsuma was an important trading port with the... ### Day 24: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 25: Osaka **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 26: Osaka **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Shimizu, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Sprawling, semi-rural Shimizu Ward is dominated by forested coastal mountains, with hiking trails and ropeway rides to dramatic viewpoints above Suruga Bay. Miho Beach Park is popular for swimming and water sports in summer, and there are baseball and soccer fields nearby, plus an aquarium at the Marine Science Center. Busy fisheries supply sushi bars and seafood markets with local specialties like sakura shrimp. ### Day 29: Tokyo, Japan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Balcony | $20,443 | | Suite | $46,843 | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Veranda Suite Guarantee** (Code: RB) VERANDA SUITE GUARANTEE **Single Veranda Suite Guarantee** (Code: SV) Single Veranda Suite Guarantee **Veranda Suite Guarantee** (Code: OB) VERANDA SUITE GUARANTEE ## Ship Information ### Seabourn Encore Seabourn Encore is as strikingly beautiful and as excitingly innovative as any Seabourn has ever debuted. She crowns a fleet of luxury cruise ships that is already the newest, most modern and most acclaimed in the ultra-luxury segment. Modeled on the award-winning trio of ships introduced with Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Encore represents another welcome stage in the evolution of small ship cruising, which Seabourn pioneered and has consistently expanded and enriched for all of our small ship cruises. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 600 | | Crew | 330 | | Gross Tonnage | 40,350.0 | | Length | 690.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 266 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Solis**: Offering light, modern Mediterranean cuisine bursting with color and character, prepared fresh and entirely from scratch.​ Solis will showcase a vibr... - **Sushi**: Seabourn researched the best ingredients and developed a menu that is a perfect blend of authenticity to maintain the root of the cuisine, and a twist... - **The Patio**: Relaxed poolside dining offering luncheon buffets, salads, soups, grilled specialties and freshly baked pizza. Dinners feature a full menu in an alfre... - **Sky Bar**: The Sky Bar on our expedition ships is a place to enjoy a refreshing tropical beverage during the day, or an evening cocktail under the stars. Two sma... - **Observation Bar**: Enjoy this stunning lounge with a bar and panoramic views. Enjoy coffee and tea served every morning, and drinks before or after dinner. ### Recreational - **Seabourn Conversations**: Enjoy fascinating Seabourn Conversations sessions with guest experts from the fields of arts, history, science, and more. - **Shopping With The Chef**: Shopping with the Chef — at local food markets. Shop a bustling Sicilian market, gather spices in Istanbul or explore the local wines of Tuscany and P... ### Entertainment - **Seabourn Source**: All guests will have the opportunity to access Seabourn Source on a complimentary basis aboard every Seabourn ship. Seabourn Source offers intuitive, ... - **Marina Day**: One of Seabourn’s most popular guest offerings is Marina Day. Available at select destinations, this fun-filled day features complimentary watersports... - **Shops**: Whether you're buying souvenirs for your friends at home or want a memento of your vacation, our Shops will have what you need. Shop for fashion and c... - **Submarines**: Discover the Wonders that Wait Under the Waterline in Seabourn’s Luxurious New Expedition Submarines - **Seabourn Square**: Whether you're looking for a place to enjoy your newspaper in the morning or want to socialize with your fellow passengers, Seabourn Square is what yo... ### Other - **The Restaurant**: Before Seabourn, open-seating dining on a cruise ship was unheard of. Come when you like, with whom you please, and be seated as you wish. The room is... - **Chef Tony**: Chef Tony is a long-time Seabourn partner whose remarkable run with us began in 1998 as an Executive Chef. His time with you, our extra-ordinary guest... ### Technology - **Discovery Center**: The Discovery Center, which is adjacent to the Expedition Lounge on Deck 4, acts as the teaching & academic center for natural history and cultural pr... ### Relaxation - **Spa & Wellness**: Seabourn’s spas offer a wide spectrum of massages, facials, and beauty treatments, blending traditional practices from around the world with the most ... - **Spa & Wellness**: Seabourn’s spas offer a wide spectrum of massages, facials, and beauty treatments, blending traditional practices from around the world with the most ... - **Sun Terrace**: The Sun Terrace features double sun loungers. Slow things down and soak up the sun as you relax on a luxurious lounger. ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: Our Fitness Center features high performance Technogym equipment for cardio and strength training. We also offer a series of complimentary classes inc... ## Ports of Call ### Tokyo, Japan ### Osaka *Coordinates: 34.6937, 135.502* ### Scenic Cruising Kanmon Straits ### Busan (Pusan), South Korea *Coordinates: 35.1579, 129.055* Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, and the country's seaside connection to Japan and the West. Lovely urban scenery, the Pusan International Film Festival, and near-by hot springs has made Busan a popular leisure destination. Busan has the sophistication of a major city, as well as famous beaches that lure visitors from all over the world. The city is a microcosm of South Korea, a na... ### Sakaiminato, Japan *Coordinates: 35.5452, 133.223* Renowned for its bounty of fresh seafood, Sakaiminato is a fishing town backed by mountains in the Honshu region. Izumo Grand Shrine is one of Japan’s most important Shinto temples, and the six-story, black Matsue Castle is one of the oldest surviving Tokugawa Samurai castles. View the snow-capped Mount Daisen, the vermilion, elaborately carved Hinomisaki temples or soak in the Kaike Onsen hot sp... ### Kanazawa, Japan *Coordinates: 36.5613, 136.656* One of Japan’s best-preserved cities, Kanazawa escaped war damage and natural disasters to reward visitors with a wealth of architecture as an important clan castle town from the mid-17th century until the middle of the 19th. The mighty Kanazawa Castle did not survive intact, but its famous Ishikawa Gate, the Sunjikken Longhouse and lavish Kenrokuen Garden hint at the grandeur. Of special note are... ### Niigata *Coordinates: 37.9162, 139.036* ### Akita, Japan *Coordinates: 39.72, 140.103* ### Aomori, Japan *Coordinates: 40.8221, 140.747* Located on the northernmost harbor of Japan’s main island of Honshu, Aomori is the traditional departure point for Hokkaido Island. It is famous for its summer Nebuta Matsuri festival, and has a museum that recaptures the color and pageantry for those who visit in other seasons. Explore the earliest prehistoric cultures of Japan at the Sannai Maruyama archaeological site, or visit the Aomori Museu... ### Miyako, Japan *Coordinates: 39.6414, 141.957* ### Sendai, Japan *Coordinates: 38.2682, 140.869* ### Hitachinaka, Japan ### Matsuyama *Coordinates: 33.8392, 132.766* ### Hiroshima, Japan *Coordinates: 34.3852, 132.455* Hiroshima means “wide island” in Japanese. The city was established in the 16th Century on Japan’s largest island, Honshu, and grew into an important shipping center and prefecture capital, boasting a fine castle. Although it was an important city in Japan throughout the imperial period, its reputation in the greater world was burned into history when it became to target of the first atomic bombin... ### Fukuoka Hakata, Japan *Coordinates: 33.5904, 130.402* Located on the northern tip of Japan’s Kyushu Island, Hakata harbor’s location close to the Asian mainland made it an important port from very ancient times, serving the early administrative center at Dazaifu near by. In the 13th century, the Mongol Kublai Khan tried twice to subdue the city, but his attacks were both foiled by typhoons, which earned the last one the name Kamikaze, meaning “Divine... ### Yeosu, South Korea *Coordinates: 34.7312, 127.736* Old Yeosu City, founded in 1949, and Yeocheon City, founded in 1986, were merged into a new city in 1998. The city of Yeosu consists of the Yeosu peninsula as well as 317 islands (49 inhabited, 268 uninhabited). Lying about midway along the southern coast of South Korea, it is separated from Namhae County in South Gyeongsang Province to the east by a natural waterway. Yeosu translates to "Beautifu... ### Nagasaki, Japan *Coordinates: 32.7503, 129.878* Nagasaki is situated on the West Coast of Kyushu on a scenic bay. Located closest to the Asian mainland, it has historically been an important trading center and highly influenced by Chinese culture. When Japan chose to isolate itself from the Western world for two hundred years starting in the mid 1600's, Nagasaki was the only port open to foreign vessels. In recent history, Nagasaki was the seco... ### Yatsushiro, Japan ### Kagoshima, Japan *Coordinates: 31.5705, 130.553* Capital of Japan's southernmost prefecture, Kagoshima faces the Kinko-wan Bay and the active Sakurajima Volcano. Kagoshima played an important role in Japanese history, starting in the early 7th century when Bounotsu Port was a base for trading with China and other Asian nations. The region, formerly known as Satsuma was dominated by 29 generations Shimazu lords for over 700 years until the 1867 M... ### Shimizu, Japan Sprawling, semi-rural Shimizu Ward is dominated by forested coastal mountains, with hiking trails and ropeway rides to dramatic viewpoints above Suruga Bay. Miho Beach Park is popular for swimming and water sports in summer, and there are baseball and soccer fields nearby, plus an aquarium at the Marine Science Center. Busy fisheries supply sushi bars and seafood markets with local specialties lik... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2317166 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2317166 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2317166.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2317166/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/seabourn/seabourn-encore/other/59062.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 17:18:52 UTC