Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba is located on the artificial island of daiba in Tokyo Bay, a scenic waterfront area and one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist destinations. It is also easy access from Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport, the perfect place to stay whether your trip is for business or leisure. As an upper brand of nikko hotels international, we offer a joy-filled experience that will unwind your mind in a high-quality space where you can encounter the unique charm of the local area.

Tokyo (Honshu)

Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world home to over 33 million residents covering 844 square miles and is located centrally on the south coast of Honshu Island. Just 3 miles south of Central Tokyo lies Haneda international airport while 35 mile to east lies Narita international airport. Tokyo offers a seemingly unlimited choice of shopping, entertainment, culture and dining to its visitors. The city's history can be appreciated in districts such as Asakusa, and in many excellent museums, historic temples and gardens. The epicentre of Tokyo features the Imperial Palace and gardens - the residence of Japan's Imperial Family and the Emperor. Ginza is the popular shopping and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, night clubs and cafes- where you can find the infamous $10 cups of coffee. Tokyo Tower at 333 metres is the world's tallest self-supporting steel tower and one of the most recognisable landmarks in Tokyo - it is rather like a red version of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The Odaiba area can be best compared to Canary Wharf in London - but bigger. This is a another popular shopping and entertainment district on a man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It is home to some of Tokyo's boldest architectural creations, such as the Fuji TV Building, Telecom Centre and Tokyo Big Sight. Here you will also find the hot spring theme park where you can enjoy various types of indoor and outdoor baths which are fed by hot spring water pumped from a depth of 1400 metres.

Norwegian Jade

The 93,558 tonne Norwegian Jade was launched in 2006 and was extensively refurbished in 2017. This smart sleek looking ship has 16 dining choice and 15 bars on board to give you the freedom to enjoy your cruise exactly as you please with its freestyle dining concept. There are no set dining times and tables – you simply make a reservation in the restaurant of your choice at the time you want to eat.

The 16 dining choices on board include the two main waiter service dining rooms - (Grand Pacific & Alizar) and the Garden Cafe self-service style buffet restaurant. There are also two poolside bar and grills; The Pit Stop and the Great Outdoors Buffet. For no extra charge you can also choose from Jasmine Garden (Asian) and O'sheehan's Bar & Grill which is open 24 hours a day. For an extra charge you can also eat in the following speciality restaurants: Le Bistro (French), Moderno Churrascaria (Brazilian BBQ style), Teppenyaki (Asian hotplate cooking show table), Cagney’s Steakhouse La Cucina (Italian) and Pizza 24/7.

Shimizu

Sail into the Port of Shimizu and you will understand why it is considered one of Japan’s three most beautiful ports. The sight of Mount Fuji soaring above the surrounding area belies the fact that Shimizu is not only a scenic area, but a culturally significant one as well. In addition to Fuji, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, the area also overlooks Miho-no-Matsubara, a pine tree grove included as one of the World Heritage’s constituent properties. These assets combine with the area’s moderate climate to mark the port as one of Japan’s prime sightseeing destinations.

Nagoya (Honshu)

Nagoya is the capital of Japan's Aichi Prefecture in central Honshu – Japan's main island. Here you will find shopping malls, casinos, museums and the Sakae entertainment district which features the Sky-Boat Ferris wheel. Perhaps visit Nagoya Castle, a partly reconstructed 1612 royal home displaying Edo-era artefacts.

Osaka

Osaka is the third-most populous city in Japan with just under 3 million people on the main island of Honshu. It is situated 320 miles of Tokyo and 24 miles across the bay from its neighbour Kobe. This major economic hub is recognized as one of the most multicultural and cosmopolitan cities in Japan. The city is home to the Osaka Exchange as well as the headquarters of multinational electronics corporations such as Panasonic and Sharp. Famous landmarks in the city include Osaka Castle, Sumiyoshi Taisha Grand Shrine, and Shitennō-ji, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan.

It is also the gateway to Kyoto 27 miles away.  Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan until 1868.  Visit Nijo Castle constructed in 1603, enjoy quiet contemplation at the imposing Todaiji Temple - Japan's largest wooden Buddhist temple  and look out for tame deer in beautiful Nara Park. Nothing is as symbolic of Kyoto as Kinkaku-ji's golden reflection shimmering across the rippled surface of the pond before it. The current gold leaf-coated reconstructed temple was unveiled in 1955, five years after the 14th-century original was torched by one of the temple's monks. It is set on the water amid a garden complex in  Muromachi period garden design - the most classical of Japanese gardens.

Kochi (Shikoku)

Kochi is located on the south cost of Japan's Shikoku Island which is nestled in between Honshu and Kyushu islands. It is famous for scenery and delicious skipjack tuna. Kochi also boasts a rich history with one of Japan's most famous samurai, Ryoma Sakamoto, being born in here. Prior to the Meiji Restoration, Kochi was known as the Tosa Province. In addition to top sightseeing destinations and historic sights, Kochi is well known for the informal, folksy appeal of local markets and activities, and rustic food halls.

Hiroshima (Honshu)

When the first atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, the city became known worldwide. The destructive power of the bomb obliterated nearly everything within a two kilometre radius. Destroyed monuments of Hiroshima's historical heritage, like Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden, were reconstructed. Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features of the city. At over 120,000 square meters. its trees, lawns and paths are in stark contrast to the modern surrounding downtown area. Before the bomb, this area was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. It was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities. Visit the A-Bomb Dome (known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial) when the bomb exploded - it was one of the few buildings to remain standing. It has been preserved in in its bombed state making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site providing a tangible link to Hiroshima's unique past.

Kagoshima (Kyushu)

Kagoshima is located on the southern tip of Kyushu, Kagoshima provides spectacular scenery - from rugged mountains and rivers to bubbling hot springs, as well as a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Nagasaki (Kyushu)

Nagasaki became the target of the second atomic bomb ever detonated on a populated area (9 Aug 1945); about 75,000 people were killed or wounded, and more than one third of the city was devastated. Among Nagasaki's landmarks is Glover Mansion, scene of Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly. A visit to the Atomic bomb museum and peace Park in Nagasaki are well worth it.

Jeju Island (South Korea)

Jeju Island is a Unesco world heritage site, home to Hallasan National Park and the lava tubes at Geomunoreum.