A 7-minute walk from Osaka Station, this elegant hotel in a commercial district is 1 km from the Umeda Sky Building and 6 km from Osaka Castle.

Featuring city views, the refined rooms come with free Wi-Fi and Nespresso machines, as well as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and Bose speaker systems. Room service is available.

There are 5 restaurants and bars, including a trendy bar overlooking the city. Other amenities include a gym, a spa and a 24-hour business center.

Standard Rate
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $629 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $1,018 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,407 per guest based on double occupancy.

Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.

Discover Japan’s captivating contrasts, from Tokyo’s dazzling modern energy and storied landmarks to Kyoto’s timeless temples and sacred shrines. Travel between these iconic cities aboard the celebrated bullet train, adding a sleek and unforgettable touch to this exclusive pre-cruise journey.

Special Notes:

•This program involves walking distances at times over uneven ground. It is not recommended for guests who require use of wheelchair, walker, cane or scooter.

•Please advise the RSSC Reservations team when you book this program should you have any special dietary restrictions or requirements. Requests will be sent to our local ground operators for review. In Japan, dietary requests including vegetarian cannot be accommodated on the day, so please notify in advance for review.

•This program begins in Tokyo and ends in Kyoto where guests will embark the ship. Arrival flights must be booked to Tokyo’s Narita or Haneda International Airports.

DAY 1

Upon arrival at Narita or Haneda International Airport in Tokyo, you will be met outside of Customs and baggage claim and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel, where the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Check-in begins at 3:00pm. If you arrive earlier in the day, you may wish to reserve an additional night to guarantee immediate room access or simply leave your luggage with Reception and begin enjoying the hotel’s amenities.

Meals are at your leisure today. Perfectly positioned just steps from Ebisu Station, the hotel offers effortless access to Shibuya, one of Tokyo’s most vibrant and stylish districts.

Your Executive Room includes access to the Westin Club, where sweeping views of Tokyo are paired with a thoughtful collection of exclusive privileges, including complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, evening cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages (5:30–7:30pm), workstations, and concierge service.

Note: If you require two beds, please be sure to request this at the time of booking.

Couples or pairs will be transferred by private van or SUV (max 4 large bags total plus 1 carry-on per person); solo guests will use a sedan (2 large suitcases plus a carry-on). Extra luggage may require a larger vehicle at additional cost—notify your RSSC booking agent at least 14 days before sailing with this information. Transfers include a driver only.

DAY 2

Spend the day immersed in Tokyo’s most compelling contrasts, where cutting-edge energy and centuries-old tradition exist side by side.

Begin with a glimpse of the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, the city’s electrifying crossroads and a symbol of modern Tokyo’s pulse, where waves of pedestrian’s stream beneath a skyline of towering screens and neon. Continue to the Imperial Palace Plaza, the dignified former site of Edo Castle, where elegant stone walls and the iconic Nijubashi Bridge reflect the enduring legacy of Japan’s imperial past.

From there, step into the serenity of Meiji Shrine, one of Tokyo’s most revered sanctuaries, set within a vast evergreen forest that offers a rare sense of stillness in the heart of the city. The shaded pathways and towering trees create a tranquil retreat, inviting a quiet moment of reflection amid the capital’s dynamic rhythm. Following lunch, enjoy a drive through sophisticated Ginza, Tokyo’s polished luxury district, admired for its sleek architecture, designer boutiques, and cosmopolitan flair.

The day concludes in atmospheric Asakusa, where old Tokyo reveals itself in its most enchanting form. Here, visit Senso-ji, the city’s oldest and most beloved Buddhist temple, where vivid vermilion gates and lanterns frame a setting steeped in devotion and history. Stroll along lively Nakamise Street, lined with traditional shops offering artisanal crafts and classic Japanese sweets, and soak in the nostalgic charm of a district that still echoes the spirit of the Edo period.

Special Notes:

Guests may be divided into two groups due to restaurant capacity, and the order of visits may vary to ease congestion. Please also note that a walk of approximately 10 to 15 minutes is required from the bus parking area to Asakusa, and guests will not be permitted to remain on the bus during the visit due to local regulations.

Guests should bring one smaller sized suitcase with them on the bullet train and a carry on size bag. Before departing the hotel in the morning, kindly place any excess luggage not accompanying you on the train in the hallway outside your door by 7:30am. It will be transferred to the cruise terminal on Day 4. Make sure luggage is labeled with your name and suite number on the ship. Don’t forget to take any valuables, medications and documents with you.

DAY 3

Following breakfast, step into one of Japan’s most storied traditions with an exclusive sumo experience led by former professional wrestlers. Far more than a demonstration, this immersive encounter offers a fascinating introduction to the ritual, discipline, and centuries-old customs that define Japan’s national sport.

Watch powerful techniques brought to life in close range, learn the rules and ceremonial movements that shape each bout, and gain a deeper appreciation for the Shinto-inspired origins woven into sumo culture. The experience is made even more memorable with the chance to don sumo attire, capture photographs with the wrestlers, and enjoy a hearty meal of chanko-nabe — the traditional hot pot famously favored by sumo wrestlers.

Continue to Ryogoku Kokugikan, the revered heart of Japan’s sumo world and the iconic venue that hosts Tokyo’s grand tournaments three times each year. This celebrated arena stands as a modern-day shrine to the sport, where generations of champions have competed beneath its distinctive roof.

Outside, soak in the atmosphere of a district deeply entwined with sumo heritage before visiting nearby Ryogoku Station, where Edo-era inspiration meets contemporary design. With its traditional detailing and striking full-size sumo ring display, the station offers a vivid sense of place and an evocative final glimpse into the world of old Tokyo.

Later, board the famed JR bullet train for a swift and stylish journey from Tokyo to Kyoto, a seamless passage that perfectly reflects Japan’s celebrated blend of innovation and precision. As the scenery shifts beyond the window, arrive in Kyoto by early evening and transfer to your hotel, where a more tranquil and timeless side of Japan awaits.

This evening, enjoy a traditional Japanese dinner at a local restaurant, an elegant finale to a day rich in cultural discovery.

DAY 4

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and set out to discover two of Kyoto’s most iconic and deeply atmospheric landmarks before continuing to Kobe for embarkation.

Begin at Kiyomizu-dera, one of Kyoto’s most celebrated temples and a UNESCO World Heritage site, dramatically set on the wooded slopes of the eastern hills. Originally founded in 780 and rebuilt over the centuries, the temple is renowned for its remarkable wooden stage, which projects from the main hall without the use of nails and offers sweeping views across Kyoto. Below, the sacred Otowa Waterfall flows in three slender streams, each traditionally associated with blessings of longevity, success, and love, adding a layer of spiritual symbolism to this serene and storied setting.

Continue to Fushimi Inari Taisha, one of Japan’s most important Shinto shrines and among the country’s most unforgettable sights. Dedicated to Inari, the deity of rice and prosperity, the shrine is famed for its seemingly endless procession of vermilion torii gates that wind up the forested slopes of Mount Inari in a mesmerizing tunnel of color.

Founded in 711, this sacred site is both visually striking and deeply symbolic, with centuries of devotion reflected in every gate, shrine, and pathway. The grand Romon Gate, donated by the legendary samurai leader Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1589, lends yet another layer of history to this extraordinary place.

At the conclusion of your tour, transfer to Kobe port where you will board the ship.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests who do not arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program without notice will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm. Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at Narita or Haneda International Airport

You are met outside of limited area, after the customs of the terminal building, and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.

3:00pm Check in time at your hotel

Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed.

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Westin Tokyo or similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2

Kindly place any excess luggage not accompanying you on the Bullet Train in the hallway outside your door by 7:30am. It will be transferred to the cruise terminal on Day 4.

AM Breakfast at your hotel

8:45am Full day city tour including panoramic drive through Shibuya, Scramble Crossing, the Imperial Palace Plaza, Meiji shrine, Ginza area, Asakusa area, Sensoji Temple

Lunch at a local restaurant

4:00pm Drive to your hotel

Evening at leisure, dinner on your own

Overnight at the Westin Tokyo or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at your hotel

9:15am Meet your guide at the hotel lobby

10:00am Half day tour for the exclusive arrangement of Sumo show experience

1:00pm Travel to Kobe by JR bullet train

4:15pm Arrive at Kyoto

5:00pm Arrive at your hotel and check in

5:30pm Depart for Japanese traditional style dinner

8:30pm Return to your hotel

Overnight at Dusit Thani Kyoto or similar hotel

DAY 4

Breakfast at your hotel

8:30am After checking out of the hotel, meet your guide in the hotel lobby

9:00am Visit Kiyomizu Temple

10:30am Visit Fushimi Inari

1:30pm Arrive at the port

What to bring:

Comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that can be layered, umbrella or rain jacket, bathing suit, hat, sunscreen, camera, chargers

*Some hotels do not provide distilled water. While we can certainly request this for you, we cannot guarantee that it will be available. If received in a timely manner, at least 95 days before sailing, requests will be sent on the final manifest that our ground operators and hotels receive. We highly recommend packing your own supply, especially on programs that travel to more remote locations in order to avoid not having it. Please keep in mind the rule for liquids in carry-on bags. Many hotels will charge for distilled water. If there is a fee, this will be added to your hotel incidental account to be paid at check-out. Fees will vary from hotel to hotel.

Local Currency:

Japanese Yen. USD is not accepted at most of the shops.

Electricity

100V, Type A plug

We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required.

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality for Japan.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

Accommodation:

The Westin Tokyo

Address 1-4-1 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8580, Japan

Phone: +81-(0)3- 5423-7000

Dusit Thani Kyoto

466 Nishinotoin-cho, Nishinotoin-dori Shomen-agaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto 600-8327, Japan

Phone +81-(0)75-343-7150

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests:

•2 nights at The Westin Tokyo hotel (subject to change) - Executive room with Westin Club access

•1 night at Dusit Thani Kyoto (Premier Room)

•All entrances and touring per the above itinerary

•Private airport transfer on Day 1

•Hospitality Desk (location and times TBA)

•3 breakfasts, 2 lunches (1 soft drink included), 1 dinner (1 glass of wine or beer included)

•Bullet train transfer Tokyo to Kyoto

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Gratuities for drivers and guides

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Any meals not listed above

Please note:

Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Price: $3,599 per guest based on double occupancy.

Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.