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Japan Open-Jaw via Shimizu, Kobe & Busan (Best Balance)

⚓ Shimizu · Kobe · Kochi · Beppu, Oita · Hiroshima · Busan · Kanazawa · Hakodate · Miyako, Iwate

Port-heavy Japan itinerary. Covers Japan and South Korea.

☾15 nights Yokohama Japan 10 ports 5 sea days
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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

Typical pricing runs around $886/night. with most departures landing in the $793-$1,000/night band. across 2 tracked sailings.

Typical price

$886/night

$13,286 total

Normal range

$793-$1,000/night

$11,898-$15,000 total

Lowest recent fare

Building history

$12,800 total

Comparison set

2 sailings

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Best upcoming sailings

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Silversea Cruises

Silver Moon • Silversea Cruises

15-night Japan Open-Jaw via Shimizu, Kobe & Busan

Apr 13, 2028 → Apr 28, 2028 • Tokyo → Yokohama

$2,814 above typical

From $16,100

$1,073/night

Priced high

↑21% above typical

Cheapest upcoming
Silversea Cruises

Silver Moon • Silversea Cruises

15-night Japan Open-Jaw via Shimizu, Kobe & Busan

Mar 29, 2028 → Apr 13, 2028 • Yokohama → Tokyo

$3,114 above typical

From $16,400

$1,093/night

Priced high

↑23% above typical

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March 2028
Priciest
Median price/night
$1,093
1 sailing
Upcoming departures
23% above itinerary median
1 priced departures tracked
April 2028
Cheapest
Median price/night
$1,073
1 sailing
Upcoming departures
21% above itinerary median
1 priced departures tracked

Route overview

How this route is built

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15 nights · 10 port calls · 5 sea days · 2 countries

10 port calls across Japan, South Korea · More port-intensive than many 15-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in Tokyo or Yokohama

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Shimizu

    Japan · Japan

  3. 3

    Kobe

    Japan · Japan

  4. 4

    Kobe

    Japan · Japan

  5. 5

    Kochi

    Japan · Japan

  6. 6

    Beppu, Oita

    Japan · Japan

  7. 7

    Hiroshima

    Japan · Japan

  8. 8

    Busan

    South Korea · East Asia

  9. 9

    Kanazawa

    Japan · Japan

  10. 10

    Hakodate

    Japan · Japan

  11. 11

    Miyako, Iwate

    Japan · Japan

  12. 12

    Disembark in Yokohama or Tokyo

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?

It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.

Are these sailings all the same route?

They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.

How should I choose between two similar sailings?

Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.