Riviera: 11-Night Cruise from Tokyo - September 30, 2027

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Hakodate, Japan, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Cruise ships dock close to the city, making Hakodate easy to explore independently.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Niigata, Japan are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Bandai Bridge spans the Shinano River and serves as a symbol of Niigata.

Your ship arrives in Kanazawa, Japan at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Kenrokuen is considered one of Japan's most beautiful landscape gardens.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Sakaiminato, Japan, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Travelers come to Sakaiminato to immerse themselves in a unique mix of seaside culture and manga heritage.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Busan (Kyongju), South Korea are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. This famous seafood market captures Busan's soul.

Your ship arrives in Hiroshima, Japan at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. The Peace Memorial Park is the emotional heart of Hiroshima and an essential visit.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Kochi, Japan, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Food stalls and small eateries serve regional specialties, including fresh seafood and local dishes cooked in front of you.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Kobe, Japan are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The Kitano area is known for its preserved foreign residences built during Kobes early international era.

With a late arrival in Shimizu, Japan at 11:00 AM, your time ashore is more limited - but many morning passengers will already be heading back, so popular spots may be less crowded. Focus on attractions closest to the port. Shimizu's fish market is a feast for the senses.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Tokyo, Japan, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Stroll through the famous Tsukiji Outer Market to savor fresh seafood, sushi, and local delicacies while observing the lively market atmosphere and bustling vendors.