Japan

Seabourn is among the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise lines, offering an unmatched blend of elegance, personalised service, and immersive travel experiences. With intimate, yacht-like ships and a commitment to excellence, Seabourn invites guests to explore the world in comfort and style. When it comes to discovering Japan—a country where timeless tradition meets cutting-edge innovation—Seabourn delivers a journey that is as enriching as it is indulgent.

Japanese cruise newcomer Mitsui Ocean Cruises has appointed Cruise Traveller as its exclusive Australian representative, as demand for travel to Japan continues to soar.

With Japan experiencing a significant boom in tourism following the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan National Tourism Office (JNTO) has downplayed concerns around overtourism, insisting it is “not an issue” in the vast majority of the country.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has made its brand debut in Japan with the 1 July opening of Fairmont Tokyo in the Shibaura district.

Seabourn has released details of a series of new sailings to Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia and Taiwan for late 2026/early 2027 aboard Seabourn Encore. The itineraries, currently available to Seabourn Club Members, will open to the public on 22 April 2025.

Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria has made its premiere in Japan with the opening of Waldorf Astoria Osaka. A soaring 252-room edifice with panoramic skyline views, the hotel seamlessly blends New York’s timeless legacy with the dynamic energy of Osaka, offering an elegant retreat within the city.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ first property in Japan, Fairmont Tokyo, is set to debut on July 1 2025, with bookings now open for the hotel located in the city’s popular Shibaura district.

Small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released an all-new Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise due to overwhelming guest interest.

The successful acquisition of Tokyo-based Destination Management Company RL Travel by Tweet World Travel has seen the DMC rebranded as Tweet Japan DMC, strengthening Tweet World Travel’s global presence and enhancing its expertise in the Asian travel market.

Mitsui Ocean Cruises aims to capitalise on soaring interest in travel to Japan with the launch of sales in North America.

A new strategic partnership between Minor Hotels and Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed hospitality operator Royal Holdings will see Minor’s Anantara, Avani and Tivoli brands expand into Japan.

With sales for the 2025 ski season already surging by 30% compared to 2024, Club Med is encouraging Aussies to plan ahead for next year to avoid missing out with the launch of its earlybird sale.