From: Japan, Otaru
To: Japan, Hiroshima
Dates: 02.10.2027 - 12.10.2027
Duration: 10 Nights
Ship: SH MINERVA

East Asia Expedition: From the Wild North to Hiroshima's Heritage

Japan's Sea of Japan coast is less travelled than the country's Pacific side — quieter, more layered, shaped by trade and isolation in equal measure. This ten-night voyage moves south through it unhurriedly, from Hokkaido's mercantile Otaru through northern Honshu's prehistoric sites, rice ports and island traditions, crossing briefly to Busan before threading the narrow drama of Kanmon Strait to end two full days in Hiroshima. Autumn light, few crowds, and a sequence of places that reward curiosity over spectacle

SH MINERVA

SH Minerva was built in Finland’s Helsinki Shipyard, and offers a truly unforgettable cruising experience. Unobstructed views throughout the ship, welcoming spaces to relax, and world-class restaurants, staterooms and amenities make traveling on this modern cruise ship a complete pleasure.
  • Crew: 122
  • Guests: 152
  • Decks: 9
  • Length: 372.3ft (113.5m)
  • Draft: 17.8ft (5.45m)
  • Breadth: 79.7ft (24.3m)
  • Gross tonnage: 10617
  • Registered: Liberia
  • Service speed: 12 knots
  • Lifeboats: 2 (fully closed)
  • Propulsion: Hybrid Diesel Electric, Polar Class PC5
  • Zodiacs: 10 MK5 + 2 MK6
Ship in Details

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arr
Dep
1
Oct 2, 2027
Japan, Otaru
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-
2
Oct 3, 2027
Japan, Hakodate
-
-
3
Oct 4, 2027
Japan, Sakata
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-
4
Oct 5, 2027
Japan, Ogi
-
-
5
Oct 6, 2027
Japan, Wajima
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-
6
Oct 7, 2027
Japan, Maizuru
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-
7
Oct 8, 2027
Japan, Sakaiminato
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-
8
Oct 9, 2027
South Korea, Busan
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-
9
Oct 10, 2027
Japan, Shimonoseki
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-
10
Oct 11, 2027
Japan, Beppu
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-
11
Oct 12, 2027
Japan, Hiroshima
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-
The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Oceanview

  • Cabin: 20 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Balcony

  • Cabin: 25 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Suite

  • Cabin: 40 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Premium Suite

  • Cabin: 47 m²
  • Pax: 4
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