Tagged: Mitsui Ocean Cruises

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’ cruise subsidiary unveiled its new Japan-registered cruise ship, Mitsui Ocean Sakura, to reporters on Sept. 16. The vessel is set to enter service on Sept. 19 as the successor to the Nippon Maru, which was retired in May. (more…)

The former Nippon Maru of MOL O.S.K. Passenger Lines was beached to be scrapped in India in June. (more…)

The Mitsui Ocean Fuji will offer a 47-day voyage to the South Pacific from its homeport in Japan in early 2027.

According to Mitsui Ocean Cruises, the South Pacific Paradise Cruise will be highlighted by visits to 13 destinations, including ports in Australia, Tahiti, Guam and Fiji.

The company added that the voyage was designed to offer Japanese guests a resort-like experience in a warmer region during winter months in the Far East.

Full story Mitsui Ocean Fuji to Sail 47-Day Cruise to South Pacific

The Mitsui Ocean Sakura will offer 29 cruises during its inaugural season, according to a press release issued by Mitsui Ocean Cruises. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises has announced the appointment of Kelly Predmesky as head of sales for its general sales agent partner in North America, reinforcing the Japan-based luxury cruise line’s continued expansion and commitment to the U.S. and Canadian markets. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises has unveiled its 2027 cruise season aboard the Mitsui Ocean Fuji and Mitsui Ocean Sakura. (more…)

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Jotaro Tamura) today announced that the cruise ship Nippon Maru, operated by its group company MOL Cruises, Ltd.(President: Tsunemichi Mukai; Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), concluded its illustrious career on Sunday, May 10, upon its return to Yokohama Port, bringing its nearly 35-year history to a close. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises has presented its “Summer in Japan Sale” for its 11 itineraries sailings from June to September 2026. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises, Japan’s premier luxury cruise brand, released 22 new 2026 itineraries onboard Mitsui Ocean Fuji offering “FUNATABI – Beautiful Encounters with Japan.” (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises announced the appointment of seasoned travel executive Joe Maloney as the of head of sales for its general sales agent partner in North America, a strategic leadership role as the Japanese cruise line continues its growth in the U.S. and Canadian markets. (more…)

President & CEO Takeshi Hashimoto announced that MOL Cruises, Ltd. (President and CEO: Tsunemichi Mukai), which operates its cruise brand Mitsui Ocean Cruises, will retire its cruise ship Nippon Maru on May 10, 2026, with a cruise returning to Yokohama. (more…)

Japanese cruise operator Mitsui Ocean Cruises has announced its entry into the North American market, marking the first time the 140-year-old company will sell directly to U.S. and Canadian travelers. (more…)

In a traditional maritime ceremony at the Tokyo Bay port, Ikenobo ikebana Headmaster Designate Senko Ikenobo officially welcomed the newest Mitsui Ocean Cruises ship, by naming her Mitsui Ocean Fuji. (more…)

Takeshi Hashimoto, President & CEO, announced the December 1 launch of the Mitsui Ocean Fuji, owned by MOL Group company MOL Cruises, Ltd. (more…)

For over 100 years, Mitsui Ocean Cruises has sailed the iconic 18,000 miles of Japan’s coastlines showcasing the country’s unique history, traditions, arts and customs. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises, the most experienced cruise line in Japan, today announced the esteemed group of senior officers of the new MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, scheduled to debut in Yokohama on December 1, 2024. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises announced the program of shore excursions for its inaugural season, marking the 90-day countdown to the debut of its first ship, the Mitsui Ocean Fuji. (more…)

Mitsui Ocean Cruises has announced it will offer five new itineraries in April – July 2025, including a 66-day Grand asia and 12-day Golden Week cruises. (more…)

MOL Cruises, Ltd., which operates under the brand name MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES,today revealed the debut itineraries for its new ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, sailing roundtrip from Tokyo, Yokohama and other main ports from December 1,2024 through January 8,2025. (more…)

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced the unveiling of a new logo for the MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES brand of its group company MOL Cruises Ltd. (MOL Cruises; President and CEO: Tsunemichi Mukai; Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo). (more…)

MOL Cruises, has announced the signing of an agreement with V.Ships Leisure for the management of the foreign flagged ocean-going cruise ship Mitsui Ocean Fuji, the former Seabourn Odyssey, which joins the MOL fleet later this year and enters revenue service for the Mitsui Ocean Cruises brand in December. (more…)

MOL Cruises, Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announced the launch of the new cruise brand, Mitsui Ocean Cruises and introduced Matsui Ocean Fuji as the name of the new ship that will be launched for passenger service at December 2024. (more…)

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) has unveiled its latest venture in the cruise industry with the announcement of a new brand, “MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES,” and the introduction of a new ship, “MITSUI OCEAN FUJI.” (more…)