The island nation of Japan is a wonderful cruise destination. The country is exotic, the people are friendly, and sites are spectacular. First hav a look at some cruise photos you will hav during a cruise on the Silversea Silver Shadow in Japan.
Shimonoseki, Japan
Shimonoseki sits on the extreme northern tip of the Japanese island of Honshu, and the straits separating Honshu from the neighboring island of Kyoshu have been the site of many important naval battles throughout the ages. In addition to its historical importance and beautiful setting, the city is famous for its fishing, most notably the fugu or blowfish.
Kobe, Japan
Kobe was the disembarkation point for the Silversea Silver Shadow cruise. Although significantly damaged by a large earthquake in 1995, Kobe is a modern city and important seaport. It is also near the major international airport in Osaka, and a good entry point for those visiting Kyoto.
Nagasaki
Nagasaki was once Japan's "Gateway to the West". Nagasaki was the only Japanese city that allowed Western ships into its port from 1639 to 1859. The city is set on a beautiful natural harbor and its many hills are often compared to San Francisco. Since Nagasaki remained open while other Japanese ports were closed, it was the most important seaport in Japan for many decades. Although much of Nagasaki was destroyed in the atomic bomb blast of August 9, 1945, the city has completely rebuilt and even has some Western-style buildings left from colonial days. Here are some photos of Nagasaki on a cruise on the Silversea Silver Shadow.
Shimonoseki sits on the extreme northern tip of the Japanese island of Honshu, and the straits separating Honshu from the neighboring island of Kyoshu have been the site of many important naval battles throughout the ages. In addition to its historical importance and beautiful setting, the city is famous for its fishing, most notably the fugu or blowfish.
Kobe, Japan
Kobe was the disembarkation point for the Silversea Silver Shadow cruise. Although significantly damaged by a large earthquake in 1995, Kobe is a modern city and important seaport. It is also near the major international airport in Osaka, and a good entry point for those visiting Kyoto.
Nagasaki
Nagasaki was once Japan's "Gateway to the West". Nagasaki was the only Japanese city that allowed Western ships into its port from 1639 to 1859. The city is set on a beautiful natural harbor and its many hills are often compared to San Francisco. Since Nagasaki remained open while other Japanese ports were closed, it was the most important seaport in Japan for many decades. Although much of Nagasaki was destroyed in the atomic bomb blast of August 9, 1945, the city has completely rebuilt and even has some Western-style buildings left from colonial days. Here are some photos of Nagasaki on a cruise on the Silversea Silver Shadow.
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