Mitsui Ocean Sakura

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Mitsui Ocean Sakura

Mitsui Ocean Cruises

Specifications

ShipyardT. Mariotti (Genoa, Italy)
Year2026
Length198 m
Beam25 m
Gross tons32,346 GT
Decks11
Cabins225
Passengers450
Crew330
Crew ratio1:1.36
FlagBahamas

Description

Mitsui Ocean Sakura is a cruise ship that celebrates Japanese culture and traditions through an exclusive travel experience defined by elegance, comfort, and authentic hospitality. Entering service in September 2026, the ship is part of the Mitsui Ocean Cruises fleet and combines renewed, sophisticated interiors with the traditional Japanese spirit of omotenashi, which emphasizes thoughtful and attentive hospitality. With 229 ocean-view suites, approximately 90% of which feature private balconies, the ship offers spaces designed for relaxation and well-being. Its culinary offering highlights Japanese gastronomic traditions and the experience gained over more than 35 years aboard Nippon Maru, complemented by international specialties. Thanks to her compact size, Mitsui Ocean Sakura can access smaller ports, islands, and coastal destinations throughout Japan, offering itineraries that bring guests closer to nature, local traditions, and everyday life. She is an ideal choice for travelers wishing to discover Japan from the sea through an intimate and refined cruise experience.

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