Key points of the Azamara pursuit
- This is a passenger ship belonging to the American cruise company Azamara.
- It is a medium-sized ship with a gross tonnage of 30,277 tons and a maximum passenger capacity of 777 people.
- Azamara is known for its style of extended stays in ports of call, with some routes involving overnight stays in port or even two days in the same port.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of ship is the Azamara Pursuit?
The Azamara Pursuit was built in 2001 in Chantiers-de-Latrantique, France. After operating for Renaissance Cruises, Swan Hellenic, Princess Cruises, and P&O Cruises, it has been operating as an Azamara ship since 2018.
As it's a medium-sized ship, it can easily call at ports that larger ships cannot access, and you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. English is the primary language on board.
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Basic data
| Operating company | Azamara |
|---|---|
| Completed | 2001 |
| Gross tonnage | 30,277 tons |
| full length | 180.45 meters |
| Passenger capacity | Up to 777 people |
| crew | Approximately 380 people |
| Former ship name | R Eight, Minerva II, Royal Princess, Adonia |
Operations in Japan
As part of an Asian cruise, the ship made port calls in Japan, including Tokyo, Aomori, and Sakata in September 2026.
Upcoming calls in Japan (next 60 days)
- Thu, Oct 1 TodayTokyo PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. —
- Sat, Oct 3 This weekTokyo PortArr. — / Dep. 16:00
- Sun, Oct 4 This weekShimizu PortArr. 09:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Wed, Oct 7 This weekKochi New PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 17:00
- Thu, Oct 8Hiroshima PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 22:00
- Sat, Oct 10Kagoshima PortArr. 13:00 / Dep. 22:00
- Sun, Oct 11Nagasaki PortArr. 11:00 / Dep. 20:00
- Mon, Oct 12Hakata PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 20:00
- Mon, Oct 26Naha PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Tue, Oct 27Ishigaki PortArr. 13:00 / Dep. 20:00
See all arrivals in Japan Source: WEB CRUISE arrival calendar (Japanese). Schedules may change due to weather. Most piers are restricted areas; please watch ships from public parks and observation spots.
Major ports of call in Japan
- Tokyo Port3 calls
- Shimizu Port2 calls
- Kochi New Port2 calls
- Hiroshima Port2 calls
- Sakaiminato1 call
- Kobe Port1 call
- Hakata Port1 call
- Nagasaki Port1 call
- Naha Port1 call
- Kagoshima Port1 call
- Ishigaki Port1 call
- Aomori Port1 call
- Kyoto Maizuru Port1 call
- Sakata Port1 call
This data compiles the number of port calls to Japanese ports based on scheduled arrivals from July 2026 to October 2026 (as of September 29, 2026). You can view the port's information page by clicking on the port name link. Source:WEB CRUISE "Cruise Ship Port Arrival Calendar"Comparison with other ships isList of cruise ships coming to Japanfart.
FAQ
Q1What kind of cruise is it?
This cruise allows for extended stays at ports of call, giving passengers the opportunity to enjoy the nightlife and local culture.
Q2Who is this suitable for?
This is ideal for those who want to thoroughly enjoy sightseeing at the ports of call rather than being on board the ship.
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