Celebrity Cruises’ new 2028 sailings offer an easy way to experience Japan’s energetic cities, historic districts, mountain scenery, and celebrated food, all aboard Celebrity Solstice following its $250 million makeover. With thoughtfully planned itineraries, longer stays in key ports, and plenty of Japanese-inspired experiences on board, guests can explore more without constantly packing, changing hotels, or organising complicated rail journeys.
More time in Japan’s most memorable places
These sailings bring together some of Japan’s best-known sights and less familiar coastal stops. In Tokyo, guests can move between the neon-lit streets of Shibuya, the peaceful grounds of Meiji Shrine, and the small restaurants of Omoide Yokocho, while calls near Mount Fuji offer the chance to see the country’s most recognisable peak. Overnight stays in Kyoto, Aomori, and Kobe provide more time ashore, whether that means visiting Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine, trying Aomori’s famous apples and seafood, or spending an evening around Kobe Harborland.
Sailings shaped around Japan’s biggest celebrations
Selected voyages are timed to coincide with some of the country’s most exciting annual events. Golden Week brings a packed programme of celebrations and public holidays across Japan, while Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri fills the city with elaborate floats, traditional dress, and evening festivities throughout July. Experiencing these occasions as part of a cruise makes the logistics much simpler, with Celebrity Solstice providing a comfortable base to return to after a full day of sightseeing.
A new-look Celebrity Solstice
The renewed Celebrity Solstice will introduce fresh spaces designed for long days at sea and relaxed evenings on board. Sunset Park and The Retreat Sundeck provide new outdoor areas for taking in Japan’s coastline, while Trattoria Rossa and Fine Cut Steakhouse add more choice at dinner. Later, guests can head to Boulevard Lounge and Bar for entertainment, or spend time at The Parlor, a social space created for games, conversation, and laid-back evenings.
Japan continues once you step back on board
The destination remains part of the experience even between ports, with omakase evenings, tea, sushi-making sessions, and other activities inspired by Japan. Combined with Celebrity’s premium service, refreshed surroundings, and itineraries that allow more time in port, these 2028 sailings offer a rewarding way to see several sides of the country in one holiday.
To book your Japanese adventure aboard the Celebrity Solace, speak to your Travel Counsellor today.
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