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Tokyo
10th April
​4:30 pm Departure

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I had planned to get to the ship via train, Nathan however said we are getting a taxi, no way would we manage with our bags on a train, I had no objections at all.  What can we say about the taxi's, Nathan wanted me to video the inside of the cab he was impressed with everything, and the driver was fantastic.  We pulled up and boy was that line long.

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The lines were long and the patience I packed may have been just enough for the both of us.  I had managed to get us the earliest boarding group, I would hate to have been in the later groups.  
The process was very organised in true Japanese style, documents were checked, all the documents to get into Canada and USA were checked, although this was not the clearance to get in, but you had to prove that the paperwork was done because once we are on the way clearance at these points would be as you arrive and that was on the other side of the ocean.

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The smiles say a lot, these smiles were only after we had dropped our essential carry-on stuff, gone through the process of getting our emergency drill sorted by getting to our muster station and then making sure our bookings for dinner, the Spa and everything else was sorted, cabins are usually not ready until after mid-day all that was left to do was explore the ship, have a bit of lunch and enjoy the first of many drinks of our cruise.
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Planning information

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Once a sleepy fishing village, Tokyo is now one of Japan's largest ports. Ancient traditions and historic sites blend into modern culture, crafting a city unlike anywhere else. Walk among both neon-glowing skyscrapers and regal temples. Browse stores showcasing the latest advances in technology or retreat to one of the tranquil gardens surrounding the Imperial Palace. Savour traditional cuisine at a Michelin-starred restaurant and witness the centuries-old sport of sumo wrestling. This cosmopolitan hub offers a vast selection of attractions and activities and a wealth of culturally and historic sites. Whether this is your first or fifth visit to the city, Tokyo will captivate your imagination.
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Specialty Dining - Cagney's Steakhouse - First night of Cruise

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Premium cuts are the standard at our American steakhouse serving Certified Angus Beef®. Sip your favorite cocktail and don't forget to order our famous Parmesan dusted truffle fries!

I have eaten at this dining venue on the NCL Star and wanted to bring both the cow and the chef home.  Was an amazing steak, apparently, they are all at the same standard across the fleet, so what better way to start the cruise.


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    • My Adventures
  • 2025 Northern Territory
  • Japan/Alaska Cruise
    • Flyout day
    • Tokyo >
      • Hotel Tokyo Marunouchi​
    • Tokyo Embarkation
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    • Sendai (Ishinomaki), Japan
    • Hakodate, Japan
    • Aomori, Japan
    • Kushiro, Japan
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  • Egypt
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    • Day 2 - Cairo
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      • Night 3 - Movenpick Aswan
    • Day 4 - Nile Cruise : Aswan >
      • Nights 4, 5 & 6 - Steigenberger Minerva
    • Day 5 - Nile Cruise: Aswan, Kom Ombo and Edfu
    • Day 6 - Nile Cruise: Abydos & Dandara
    • Day 7 - Nile Cruise: Luxor >
      • Nights 7 & 8 - Steigenberger Luxor Hotel
    • Day 8 - Luxor
    • Day 9 - Luxor and Hurghada >
      • Nights 9, 10 & 11 - Marriott Hurghada Hotel
    • Day 10 - Hurghada
    • Day 11 - Hurghada
    • Day 12 - Hurghada and Alexandria >
      • Days 12 & 13 - Sheraton Montazah
    • Day 13 - Alexandria
    • Day 14 - Alexandria and Cairo
    • Day 15 - Cairo and Home
  • South Africa
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      • Night 1 - Protea Hotel O.R. Tambo
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      • Nights 2 & 3 - Hippo Hollow Country Estate
    • Day 3 - Kruger National Park
    • Day 4 - Swaziland >
      • Night 4 - Lugogo Sun Hotel
    • Day 5 - ST Lucia & Surrounds >
      • Night 5 - Protea Hotel Umfolozi
    • Day 6 - Durban >
      • Night 6 - Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge
    • Day 7 - Drakensburg >
      • Nights 7 & 8 - Drakensburg Gardens Hotel
    • Day 8 - Sani Pass
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      • Night 9 - CRAWFORDS BEACH LODGE
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