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A wide scenic view of Maizuru Bay with clusters of green forested islands, blue water, and distant mountain ranges under a clear sky, with a small coastal town visible in the lower right.

Maizuru, Japan

Cruises to Maizuru, Japan

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Things to do in Maizuru

This coastal city knows how to make an entrance. Maizuru opens wide with a bay full of naval history, a horizon of red-brick buildings and enough panoramic views to eat up your phone storage. It’s calm, compact and ready to surprise you.

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  • The photo shows Maizuru Red Brick Park with two long red brick warehouse buildings facing each other across a grassy courtyard. Metal café tables and chairs sit on the lawn, and forested hills rise behind the buildings under a clear blue sky.

    Stroll Maizuru Red Brick Park, where early 20th-century warehouses now host cafes, museums and exhibits from around the world.

  • Display of king crab legs and claws arranged on crushed ice at a seafood market in Maizuru with price tags in yen.

    Sample local seafood specialties like fresh crab and mackerel straight from the Sea of Japan.

  • A large red-brick building with tall, grid-paned windows sits beside a tree-lined courtyard at Maizuru’s Brick Museum in Japan.

    Get a high-angle view of the coast from the Goro Sky Tower, then drop down to the World Brick Museum to find out why this city went all in on red.

  • A vibrant autumn scene in Kyoto featuring a red Japanese pavilion perched above stone steps and a bright vermilion arched bridge crossing a reflective pond, surrounded by colorful fall foliage in shades of red, orange, and yellow.

    Use Maizuru as your gateway to Kyoto, where temples, shrines and castle walls turn every step into a living history lesson.

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Shore excursions to explore in Maizuru

From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to seaside legends that stretch toward the heavens, Maizuru offers a launchpad for some of Japan’s most captivating experiences.

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  • A bright, sunlit view of Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), its gold-leaf exterior reflecting in a still pond surrounded by pine trees, lush greenery and vibrant purple irises.

    Best of Kyoto

    Kyoto is less of a city and more of a time machine, and this tour hits its biggest moments. Start at the Golden Pavilion, where gold leaf and reflection pools create one of Japan’s most iconic scenes. Continue to Nijojo Castle, a UNESCO-listed site that takes architecture very seriously. End with a visit to Heian Jingu Shrine, where the torii gate alone is worth the trip. Lunch is included, and the motorcoach offers views all the way in and out.

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  • A peaceful canal scene in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district, with wooden boats docked along the water, traditional buildings lining the shore and vibrant autumn leaves hanging overhead.

    Kinkakuji Temple & Arashiyama District On Your Own

    Spend the day exploring Kyoto at your own pace. After admiring the Golden Pavilion’s brilliant glow, you’ll head to the Arashiyama District for free time to eat, shop or just get delightfully lost. The bamboo groves, riverside paths and indie boutiques make this an ideal stop for guests who want less lecture and more choose-your-own-adventure.

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  • A traditional Kyoto street lined with wooden buildings and tiled roofs during sunset, with a woman in a colorful kimono holding a red umbrella walking down the stone path. A red pagoda rises in the background beside spring blossoms, with distant mountains under a clear sky.

    Kyoto On Your Own

    This is your chance to see Kyoto your way. Get dropped off in the heart of the city and chart your own course through centuries of culture and craftsmanship. You might climb the steps of Kiyomizu Temple, explore the shogunate grandeur of Nijo Castle or wander Gion’s stone-paved streets, where traditional teahouses still hum with quiet elegance. The city is yours until the motorcoach swings back to pick you up.

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  • A scenic overlook showing a railway descending a lush green hillside toward a coastal town, with Amanohashidate’s long pine-covered sandbar extending across a calm blue bay and mountains rising in the background.

    Amanohashidate On Your Own

    Head north to Amanohashidate, known for its ‘Bridge to Heaven’ sandbar and panoramic views. You’ll have free time to explore beaches, shrines and pine-dotted paths, or take the cable car to Kasamatsu Park Observatory for a viewpoint that locals swear looks even better when seen upside down between your knees. Don’t question it; just try it.

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  • A sweeping coastal view of Amanohashidate in Japan, featuring a long sandbar covered in dense green pine trees stretching across blue ocean waters, with pink flowers in the foreground and rolling mountains in the distance.

    Amanohashidate & Motoise Konojinja Shrine

    This excursion combines legendary landscapes with sacred architecture. Walk the length of Amanohashidate (one of Japan’s three top scenic views), then visit Motoise Kono Shrine, where centuries of Shinto history are carved into every detail. Wrap it up with a ride to Kasamatsu Park for one last sky-high view before heading back to the ship.

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Dock at Maizuru and find yourself in a city built for scenic cruising. This port is a perfect starting point for exploring Kyoto, just a couple of hours inland… but just be sure not to overlook what’s nearby. Maizuru’s naval history is woven into museums, memorials and the harbor itself. Maizuru Red Brick Park serves up architecture and local fare all in one easy stop. The port is quiet, well-organized and within reach of several short outings. In fact, many Japan cruise itineraries include Maizuru as a key port thanks to its access to both culture and coastline.

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Discover Maizuru on your next cruise

Maizuru cruises offer a slower, more scenic introduction to Japan’s northern coast. The seafood is fresh, the history is deep and the city’s red-brick buildings give it a personality all its own. Whether you’re heading inland to Kyoto’s ancient shrines or sticking closer to port, Princess Cruises® sets you up for seamless exploration.

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A quiet canal lined with traditional wooden houses in Maizuru, Japan, with small boats moored along the water and distant blue mountains rising in the background. The calm surface of the canal reflects the homes and sky.

Drift into the charm of Maizuru’s canal district, where wooden homes, still waters, and mountain views create a scene straight out of old Japan.

Cherry blossom trees illuminated in shades of purple and white along a calm river at night, with reflections shimmering across the water beneath a deep blue sky.

Watch the night bloom as cherry blossoms light up the riverbank.

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