Japan Cruise – May 28 – June 6, 2026

22nd SCHOOL4SANTAS Cruise
9-Day Japan – May 28 -June 6, 2026
Diamond Princess

7 Ports: Tokyo (Yokohama); Toba; Kochi; Miyazaki (Aburatsu); Nagasaki; Busan,
South Korea; Kanmon Straits; Osaka (for Kyoto); Tokyo

Inside cabin prices start at $1722 per person!*
Up to 35% off*
Free room Upgrade!*
Only $100 deposit!*

By popular request, we are finally traveling to the Far East.  It is a 9-day Japan Explorer aboard the Diamond Princess.   We will travel round-trip from Tokyo and visit seven wonderful ports.  This is Voyage M614 and our School4Santas group code is TQS.

More details are coming, but the tentative schedule for our 9-day cruise is as follows:   

  • Thursday, May 28 – 3:00 pm, Depart Tokyo (Yokohama)  Group Dinner – 5:20 pm, Pacific Moon Dining room (Our Group has a standing reservation every night for this time slot, although you can dine anywhere you wish after this night.)
  • Friday, May 29 – 7 am – 4 pm  Toba, Japan.  
  • Saturday, May 30 – 9 am to 5 pm, Kochi, Japan  Group Dinner – 5:20 pm, 
  • Sunday,  May 31 – 7 am to 5 pm,  Miyazaki (Aburatsu)  Group Dinner – 5:20 pm. 
  • Monday, June 1 – 9am – 6 PM, Nagasaki.  Group Dinner –  
  • Tuesday, June 2 – 7 am to 8 pm, Busan, South Korea.  Group Dinner – 5:20 pm, 
  • Wednesday, June 3 – At Sea – S SCHOOL4SANTAS in the “Wedding Chapel” 9 am – 1 pm (1/2 day). Group Dinner – 5:20 pm
  • Thursday, June 4 – 7 am to 6 pm, Osaka (for Kyoto)Group Dinner – 5:20 pm, 
  • Friday, June 5 – at Sea – At Sea – SCHOOL4SANTAS in the “Wedding Chapel” 9 am – 1 pm (1/2 day).  Group Dinner – 5:20 pm, 
  • Saturday, June 6 – 6:30 a.m.  Tokyo
Click here to print out the Japan Cruise Map and schedule.
Contact Laurie Love for all details at Princess today:
(800) 901-1172 ext. 21667
or email: LLove@PrincessCruises.com

Contact our personal Cruise Vacation Planner, Laurie Love: (800) 901-1172 ext. 21667, or email her at: LLove@PrincessCruises.com

Prices for the Japan Cruise start as low as $1722 per person for an inside cabin, for the Standard Package.

And if you upgrade to the “Princess Plus” package, for an additional $60 a day, you receive up to $950 in added benefits. Princess Plus includes:

  • Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
  • Crew appreciation
  • Plus Beverage Package
    (drinks up to $15 each)
  • Unlimited juice bar
  • Premium desserts (2 per day)
  • Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
  • NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
  • NEW OceanNow® delivery
  • NEW Room service delivery

Plus, while you are on board, you and your Mrs. Claus can attend SCHOOL4SANTAS for FREE!  This is an extra savings of up to $535.00!

Well, it is not exactly Free, but when you sign up for our cruise, we include the school! For those who wish to use their own travel agent or book via Costco or Sams Club, please know that the school is not included in their cruise packages and  you would need to pay the regular registration fees for the school.  Click here to complete outside registration.

Veterans also get an onboard credit of $100 for this 9-day cruises.

Annually I coordinate a special SCHOOL4SANTAS aboard a wonderful Princess Cruise.  We have cruised in Alaska (four times), to Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean (8 times) and to the Nordic countries, Germany and Russia and the Mediterranean.   This year we will also cruise the British Isles, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. 

Click here to print out the Japan Cruise Map and schedule.

Contact Laurie Love for all details at Princess today:
(800) 901-1172 ext. 21667
or email: LLove@PrincessCruises.com

And remember, you save up to $535.00 as your SCHOOL4SANTAS registration is included. This is like attending school for FREEEEEEE!

If you have any questions, Laurie can help. Or contact me, I will be glad to answer any questions you might have. Santa@NationalSanta.com or 631-871-4901.

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Santas in Class

While on board, each morning on two days when we are at sea, we will have a Special SCHOOL4SANTAS.   Included in the school will be a Santa Claus Oath Ceremony and a Graduation ceremony with presentation of personalized diplomas. 
 
There is no additional cost for this school if you book directly with Laurie, our Cruise Coordinator at Princess.  And because you are attending the school you can also claim a tax deduction.   
 

Prior to attending the school all students are invited to watch “The History of Santa Claus,” a special video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UaTsHXJFtSs  

The 20th Anniversary course book, “Behind the Red Suit, The Business of Santa,” is the official book for this class.  If you have an earlier edition, it will also work.  However, you can order a copy of the 20th Anniversary edition for $40, a $20 discount. Click this link: https://www.school4santas.com/product/behind-the-red-suit-iusc-course-book/

2026 Japan Cruise Registration

Pre-cruise registration request

First Guest Name(Required)
Second Guest Name
Email(Required)
Address
There are a variety of rate combinations depending on the size and location of your cabin, and if you have the Princess Plus or Premium packages. The "starting at" rates offered are per passenger, double occupancy and include taxes and port or destination fees. Gratuities and other cruise special cruise amenities may be extra. The Princess Cruise Coordinator can assist you with details on these. All rate and package quotes are subject to change and the earlier you book, the lower they may be. Single occupancy rates are higher.
If you wish to add a third or fourth guest in your cabin, please select one of the options below and our Cruise Coordinator will let you know the price difference.
The optional Princess Plus package is $60 per day and includes: Wi-Fi (1 device per guest): Crew appreciation gratuities; PLUS Beverage Package (drinks up to $15 each); Unlimited juice bar; Premium desserts (2 per day); Fitness classes (2 per cruise); NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest. NEW OceanNow® delivery; NEW Room service delivery. Overall Savings of over 50%! Your Cost: $60 per day per guest. Their PRINCESS PREMIUM Package is $90 per day and has all of the PLUS benefits, with the addition of: Wi-Fi (up to 4 devices per guest); PREMIER Beverage Package (drinks up to $20 each); Premium desserts (unlimited); Fitness classes (unlimited); Photo package (unlimited digital + 3 prints); Princess Prizes; 2 specialty dining meals per guest; Medallion accessory; Reserved theater seating (For production shows only), NEW Unlimited casual dining meals. See the Princess website for more info or ask our Cruise coordinator.
Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.

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*All rates and offers were as of 3/15/25 and are subject to change and availability.
Check with your tax person for details on tax deductible portions of the cruise.
Any fares shown are per guest and quoted in USD. 
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are included.
Those who booked through the IUSC and Laurie Love, our Cruise coordinator at Princess Cruises, are fully registered for our SCHOOL4SANTAS and can also get a tax deduction for portions of the cruise and the school.  Check with your accountant. Should you decide to book through your own travel agent, school is not included, and you cannot deduct anything.  However, you may contact Santa Tim to arrange registration for the school: Santa@NationalSanta.com 
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