Key points of Legend of the Seas
- It is the third ship in the Icon Class of the US line Royal Caribbean International, one of the largest classes of cruise ships in the world.
- It has a gross tonnage of 248,663 tons and carries 5,610 passengers based on double occupancy (up to 7,600 at full capacity). It debuted in the Mediterranean in July 2026.
- From 2026 to 2027, the ship is deployed in the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas, and there are currently no plans to call at Japanese ports (as of October 2026).
Last verified: October 14, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of ship is the Legend of the Seas?
Legend of the Seas is the third ship in Royal Caribbean's Icon Class. It was built at Meyer Turku in Finland and delivered to the cruise line in June 2026. Other ships in the same class include Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas.
The ship is divided into eight areas and features a variety of facilities, including "Thrill Island," the largest water park at sea, an infinity pool, an ice arena, an indoor aqua theater, and "Central Park" with real plants and trees. With over 40 restaurants and a children's area called "Surfside," it's a ship that families and groups can enjoy.
It uses LNG (liquefied natural gas) as fuel and is equipped with facilities to receive electricity from land while docked.
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Basic data
| Operating Company | Royal Caribbean International |
|---|---|
| Class | Icon Class (3rd ship) |
| Launch | July 2026 (Debut in the Mediterranean) |
| Gross Tonnage | 248,663 tons |
| Overall Length/Width | 364 m / 66 m |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,610 people (assuming double occupancy in all rooms), maximum 7,600 people |
| Crew | 2,350 people |
| Builder | Meyer Turku (Finland) |
Operations in Japan
In summer 2026, it sailed Western Mediterranean cruises round-trip from Barcelona and Civitavecchia (Rome), and from November 2026 it will sail Western Caribbean (6-night) and Southern Caribbean (8-night) cruises round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, USA. It is reported to return to the Mediterranean in summer 2027.
As of October 2026, no port calls in Japan have been confirmed. We will update this page as soon as any are announced. To cruise around Japan with Royal Caribbean, see Spectrum of the Seas and other ships deployed in Asia.
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FAQ
Q1Will it come to Japan?
As of October 2026, no port calls to Japan have been announced. From 2026 to 2027, the ship will primarily operate in the Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Q2Who is this suitable for?
This super-large ship has a water park, ice shows and many restaurants, so it suits families, groups and anyone who wants a lively, fun time.
Q3Is this a different ship from the previous "Legend of the Seas"?
It's a different ship. An earlier ship of the same name (about 70,000 tons), which entered service in 1995, used to call at Japanese ports but left Royal Caribbean in 2017. This page covers the new ship entering service in 2026.
Sources
- Royal Caribbean's official Japanese website, "Legend of the Seas"
- WEB CRUISE: "RCI decides on 'Legend of the Seas' as the name for its new ship."
- Seatrade Cruise News "Meyer Turku delivers Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas"
- Cruise Critic "Royal Caribbean Is Bringing Its Biggest New Ship Back to Europe in 2027"
Last verified: October 14, 2026. Information may change. If you notice anything wrong, please let us know through reviews or the contact form.
