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94 95 RE ST OF THE WOR LD CRU I S E S & EXP ED I T I ONS FROM KOBE TO YOKOHAMA Explore this intriguing country and its spectacular locales, including Kobe, Takamatsu, Hiroshima, Kagoshima and Yokohama. As if all that wasn’t enough, dip into South Korea with its tea plantations, ancient temples, trendy neighbourhoods and idyllic off-shore islands. Experience both countries in style and comfort, aboard a boutique ship crewed by a passionate and knowledgeable team. Sailing on 21st May 2022 Duration 12 days Sailing from Kobe, Japan Sailing to Yokohama, Japan Ship SH Minerva Japan in Depth Day Visiting • 1 Kobe • 2 Himeji • 3 Takamatsu • 4 Miyajima & Hiroshima • 5 Shimonoseki • 6 Busan • 7 Jeju • 8 Sasebo • 9 Kagoshima • 10 At Sea • 11 Shingu • 12 Yokohama Itineraries are correct at time of going to print and maybe subject to change. It's no wonder that Japan tops many travel wish lists. Neon-lit cities. Vermilion torii gates leading the path to sublime Shinto shrines. Ancient forests, smoking volcanoes, centuries-old Buddhist temples hidden within a maze of alleyways. This sailing uncovers a wealth of Japan's wonders. JAPAN Kobe PHILIPPINE SEA SOUTH KOREA Hiroshima JEJU The ‘Hawaii of Korea’ is a favourite vacation spot for Koreans, with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. SHIMONOSEKI Known as Japan’s ‘pufferfish capital’, wander through Karato Ichiba fish market to see this notorious fish being prepared and sold. KOBE This port city has a laid-back atmosphere and a vibrant music scene. For an art fix, visit the Tadao Ando-designed Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art. Yokohama Himejiate Takamatsu Miyajima Shimonosekima Jeju Sasebo Kagoshima Shingu Busan Kagoshima, Japan Sasebo, Japan Miyajima, Japan Busan, South Korea Himeji Castle, Japan