ASUKA CRUISE

06/08/2024

【NYK-Fil Maritime E-Training Inc. Part2】
We are excited to introduce NETI (NYK-Fil Maritime E-Training Inc.), the Japanese language training facility for those aspiring to join the crew of ASUKA Cruise.
NETI is an institution operated by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) in the Philippines, focusing on maritime education for seafarers.
At NETI, trainees diligently undergo Japanese language training with the dream of working on ASUKA Cruise in the future. They strive daily towards their goal of interacting with Japanese guests, enjoying the challenge of learning the intricate Japanese language.

04/08/2024

【NYK-Fil Maritime E-Training Inc. Part1】
We are excited to introduce NETI (NYK-Fil Maritime E-Training Inc.), the Japanese language training facility for those aspiring to join the crew of ASUKA Cruise.
NETI is an institution operated by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) in the Philippines, focusing on maritime education for seafarers.
At NETI, trainees diligently undergo Japanese language training with the dream of working on ASUKA Cruise in the future. They strive daily towards their goal of interacting with Japanese guests, enjoying the challenge of learning the intricate Japanese language.

03/06/2024

【ASUKAⅡ Round the World Cruise 2024】
ASUKAⅡ has reached the midpoint of its World Cruise and has now crossed the Atlantic Ocean to arrive in the United States.
All the guests have enjoyed days at sea cruising the Indian Ocean, rounding the Cape of Good Hope, and sailing through the South Atlantic Ocean.
In Europe, a special tour was organized in Hamburg to visit the MEYER WERFT shipyard, where ASUKAⅢ is being built.
A photo essay of this World Cruise is available on our homepage for your enjoyment. (Please note it's in Japanese, but you can use the translation function on the page.)

https://www.asukacruise.co.jp/photo-essay/

19/04/2024

【Round the World Cruise 2024 -SINGAPORE-】
On April 13, ASUKAⅡ called at Singapore for the first time in four years. The port is no stranger to ASUKAⅡ; this is where she underwent the renovation in 2020. The day was blessed with good weather and guests enjoyed sightseeing to their heart's content. ASUKAⅡ will then sail through the Strait of Malacca and set the course southwest to Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.

05/04/2024

【ASUKAⅡ Round the World Cruise commences!】
ASUKAⅡ depart on her 100-day Round the World Cruise on April 5, 2024.
Visiting such well-known landmarks as Monument of Discovery in Lisbon, Statue of Liberty in New York, Diamond Head in Honolulu, or passing the Panama Canal, the voyage is bound to be filled with unforgettable excitement for both passengers and crew.

29/03/2024

【ASUKA Cruise 15th Captain】
Kosuke Watanabe is appointed the 15th Captain of ASUKA Cruise this spring.He served as an officer on ASUKA and has experience working aboard ASUKAⅡ as a Vice Captain.Please get ready to enjoy new ASUKAⅡ cruises under the command of the new Captain Watanabe.

29/02/2024

【ASUKAII Port of Call ～Dubrovnik (Croatia)～】
As you sail into the port known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic Sea", the old city surrounded by magnificent city walls come into view. It is indeed a special experience.
It is as if you travel through time back to the Middle Ages when you walk along the cobblestone streets registered as a World Heritage site.

Memories of ASUKAII World Cruise 2008 & 2015

27/02/2024

【ASUKAII Cruises 2024】
This year's cruise season of ASUKAII started on February 13. The season opened with a cruise for ASUKA CLUB members, followed by a series of cruises visiting beauties of Japan like Kyushu region and Mt. Fuji. From late February, ASUKAII will take its course southbound on her first overseas cruise in a while and visit the tropical resorts of Guam and Saipan.

26/02/2024

【ASUKAII Birthday】
February 26th marks the anniversary of ASUKAⅡ's launch. ASUKAⅡ and crew are very happy that the guests are with us this year on this special occasion for the first time in a while.
A special birthday dinner was prepared for the celebration in the evening.
What memories do you have with ASUKAⅡ? Join us in the celebration!

02/02/2024

【ASUKAII Port of Call ～Palau～】
The emerald green sea, one of the clearest in the world, and unspoiled wilderness welcome you.The coral reefs that surround the entire island nurture and support the rich ecosystem, and provide home to rare fish.

30/01/2024

【ASUKAIII inaugurating in 2025】
All the cabins will have balconies affording the view of the ocean, prominent Japanese artworks adorn spaces throughout the ship, and a wide variety of dining options are available according to your taste.
ASUKAIII will stimulate all your senses on her journeys.

2025年に就航する「飛鳥Ⅲ」のイメージ動画です。 船内にあふれる自由で豊かな選択肢、そして心地よさが広がる客室はオールバルコニー。お客様一人ひとりが物語の主役になれるクルーズ。2025年の「飛鳥Ⅲ」就航にどうぞ...

29/01/2024

【ASUKA CRUISE, 2024】　
ASUKAII plans many cruises this year, including the world cruise and cruises with Japanese ports as her main destinations.
The keel laying ceremony of ASUKAIII was held at the end of last year, and this year more full-scale construction will be carried out.
We look forward to your continuous support for ASUKA Cruises in 2024.