Key points about Norwegian Jade
- This is a passenger ship operated by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) in the United States.
- With a gross tonnage of 93,558 tons and a passenger capacity of 2,402 (based on double occupancy), it was completed in 2006 as the "Pride of Hawaii."
- The defining characteristic of NCL is its "freestyle cruising." There are no set dinner times or seating arrangements, and the dress code is relaxed.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of ship is the Norwegian Jade?
The Norwegian Jade is a Jewel-class passenger ship built in Meyer Werft, Germany. It received its current name in 2008 and underwent a complete refurbishment in 2017.
You can choose your favorite restaurant at any time from a selection of many options, making it a relaxed and comfortable experience, even for those on a foreign cruise for the first time. English is the primary language spoken on board.
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Basic data
| Operating company | Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) |
|---|---|
| Completed | 2006 |
| Gross tonnage | 93,558 tons |
| full length | Approximately 294 meters |
| Passenger capacity | 2,402 people (based on double occupancy) |
| crew | Approximately 1,037 people |
| construction | Mayer Werft (Germany) |
| Former ship name | Pride of Hawaii |
Operations in Japan
NCL is making port calls in Japan as part of its Asian cruises. NCL has an official website in Japanese, where you can check routes and fares from Japan.
Upcoming calls in Japan (next 60 days)
- Mon, Oct 5 This weekHakodate PortArr. 11:00 / Dep. 18:30
- Thu, Oct 8Shimizu PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 14:30
- Fri, Oct 9Osaka PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Sun, Oct 11Sendai Port
- Mon, Oct 12Hakodate PortArr. 09:00 / Dep. 19:00
- Tue, Oct 13Aomori PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Wed, Oct 14Akita PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 16:00
- Thu, Oct 15Kanazawa PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Fri, Oct 16SakaiminatoArr. 07:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Tue, Oct 20SakaiminatoArr. 07:00 / Dep. 17:00
- Wed, Oct 21Kanazawa PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 16:30
- Thu, Oct 22Akita PortArr. 09:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Fri, Oct 23Aomori PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Sat, Oct 24Hakodate PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 17:00
- Mon, Oct 26Shimizu PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 15:00
- Tue, Oct 27Osaka PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 18:00
- Wed, Oct 28 – Thu, Oct 29Tokyo PortArr. 16:00 / Dep. 16:00
- Fri, Oct 30Sendai Port
- Sat, Oct 31Hakodate PortArr. 11:00 / Dep. 18:30
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
- Hakodate Port4 calls
- Shimizu Port2 calls
- Sakaiminato2 calls
- Sendai Port2 calls
- Osaka Port2 calls
- Kanazawa Port2 calls
- Aomori Port2 calls
- Akita Port2 calls
- Tokyo 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 is freestyle cruising?
NCL's style is that there are no set times or seating arrangements for dinner; you can choose from several restaurants at your preferred time. The dress code is also relaxed.
Q2Is there any information available in Japanese?
NCL has an official website in Japanese. English is the primary language on board the ship.
Source/Reference Information
- Norwegian Cruise Line Official Japanese Website
- Wikipedia "Norwegian Jade" (Basic Data and Ship History)
Photos are currently being prepared. Last updated: September 29, 2026. Information is subject to change. Please let us know of any inaccuracies or issues through reviews or inquiries.
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