2027 Japan Mystery Cruise

Sep 14, 2027 — Sep 25, 2027

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SAPPORO / OTARU, HOKKAIDO → OSAKA, KYOTO

11 Nights on Star Seeker

Discover the thrill of the unknown on a Mystery Cruise aboard our newest yacht, 224-guest Star Seeker, beginning in Hokkaido, Japan’s wild northern frontier. Each destination will be revealed just 36 hours before arrival, giving you the chance to uncover hidden gems across Japan and South Korea, including less-visited ports brand-new to Windstar. Your adventure concludes in vibrant Osaka, the gateway to Kyoto, after days of surprise, discovery, and unforgettable moments. A journey with Windstar isn’t just about where you’re going—it’s about who you’re sailing with. When you cruise with us, you become part of the Windstar family, embraced with warm hospitality and thoughtful service at every turn, ensuring that every mystery feels like coming home. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind adventure!

Popular Highlights

Map routes may vary by sailing. Actual itineraries are listed below.
1
SEP 14, 2027
Sapporo (Otaru), Hokkaido, Japan
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Sapporo is best known for its beer and the skiing in the region still using the ski hills and jumps from the 1972 Winter Olympics.&nbsp; As Japan&rsquo;s 5th largest city there is plenty to see and do here. Visit the Sapporo Beer Museum, Odori Park, Pkurayama Ski Jump, the Curb Market full of seafood and Shiroi Koibito Park with its chocolate factory.<br /> <br /> &nbsp;

2
SEP 15, 2027
Mystery Port 1
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

3
SEP 16, 2027
Mystery Port 2
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

4
SEP 17, 2027
Mystery Port 3
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.<br /> &nbsp;

5
SEP 18, 2027
Mystery Port 4
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

6
SEP 19, 2027
Mystery Port 5
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

7
SEP 20, 2027
Mystery Port 6
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

8
SEP 21, 2027
Mystery Port 7
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.<br /> &nbsp;

9
SEP 22, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 8
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
10
SEP 23, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 9
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
11
SEP 24, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 10
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
12
SEP 25, 2027
Osaka
ARRIVE
7:00 AM
DISEMBARK
8:00 AM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Osaka is the gateway to Kyoto with great street food, bright lights and delightful night life. Its main historic landmark is the 16th century Osaka Castle surrounded by a moat and many flowering trees. Kyoto is famous for its numerous Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It is also known for formal traditions like kaiseki dining (multiple courses of precise dishes) and geisha entertainers.

Star Seeker

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6 Decks
yacht length
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yacht crew size
Crew Members
yacht guest capacity
224 Guests

Staterooms

Room Size 548 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
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Room Size 380 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 268 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 246 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 225 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 225 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 225 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 225 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 203 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 353 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 288 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 301 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 280 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 280 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 280 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities
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2027 Japan Mystery Cruise

SAPPORO / OTARU, HOKKAIDO → OSAKA, KYOTO

11 Nights on Star Seeker

Sep 14, 2027 — Sep 25, 2027

Discover the thrill of the unknown on a Mystery Cruise aboard our newest yacht, 224-guest Star Seeker, beginning in Hokkaido, Japan’s wild northern frontier. Each destination will be revealed just 36 hours before arrival, giving you the chance to uncover hidden gems across Japan and South Korea, including less-visited ports brand-new to Windstar. Your adventure concludes in vibrant Osaka, the gateway to Kyoto, after days of surprise, discovery, and unforgettable moments. A journey with Windstar isn’t just about where you’re going—it’s about who you’re sailing with. When you cruise with us, you become part of the Windstar family, embraced with warm hospitality and thoughtful service at every turn, ensuring that every mystery feels like coming home. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind adventure!

1
SEP 14, 2027
Sapporo (Otaru), Hokkaido, Japan
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Sapporo is best known for its beer and the skiing in the region still using the ski hills and jumps from the 1972 Winter Olympics.&nbsp; As Japan&rsquo;s 5th largest city there is plenty to see and do here. Visit the Sapporo Beer Museum, Odori Park, Pkurayama Ski Jump, the Curb Market full of seafood and Shiroi Koibito Park with its chocolate factory.<br /> <br /> &nbsp;

2
SEP 15, 2027
Mystery Port 1
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

3
SEP 16, 2027
Mystery Port 2
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

4
SEP 17, 2027
Mystery Port 3
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.<br /> &nbsp;

5
SEP 18, 2027
Mystery Port 4
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

6
SEP 19, 2027
Mystery Port 5
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

7
SEP 20, 2027
Mystery Port 6
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.

8
SEP 21, 2027
Mystery Port 7
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

&nbsp;Today is a surprise! Prepare to be captivated as anticipation builds with the unveiling of our mystery port, revealed only 36 hours before our ship arrives at its destination. Rest assured that you&rsquo;ll still explore new places, meet amazing people and make unforgettable memories &mdash; because that&rsquo;s what you do on a Windstar cruise.<br /> &nbsp;

9
SEP 22, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 8
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
10
SEP 23, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 9
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
11
SEP 24, 2027
MYSTERY PORT 10
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
11:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0
12
SEP 25, 2027
Osaka
ARRIVE
7:00 AM
DISEMBARK
8:00 AM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Osaka is the gateway to Kyoto with great street food, bright lights and delightful night life. Its main historic landmark is the 16th century Osaka Castle surrounded by a moat and many flowering trees. Kyoto is famous for its numerous Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It is also known for formal traditions like kaiseki dining (multiple courses of precise dishes) and geisha entertainers.