Key points of Star Navigator
- This is a cruise ship operated by Star Cruises, an Asian cruise company.
- This ship operates short cruises departing from and returning to Keelung, Taiwan, with stops at ports such as Naha, Ishigaki Island, and Miyako Island. It's a ship you often see in Okinawan ports.
- This ship was built in Germany in 1999, has a gross tonnage of 75,338 tons, and a passenger capacity of 1,856.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of ship is the Star Navigator?
The Star Navigator was completed in 1999 in Meyer Werft, Germany, as the "SuperStar Virgo." It was later renamed "Explorer Dream" and "Resorts World One," and is currently operated as a Star Cruises ship.
Many of our customers are from Asia, and we offer a wide selection of Asian cuisine.
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Basic data
| Operating company | Star Cruises |
|---|---|
| Completed | 1999 |
| Gross tonnage | 75,338 tons |
| full length | 268.6 meters |
| Passenger capacity | 1,856 people |
| crew | Approximately 1,300 people |
| Former ship name | Superstar Virgo, Explorer Dream, Resorts World One |
Operations in Japan
We mainly operate 3-4 day cruises departing from and returning to Keelung, Taiwan, calling at Naha, Ishigaki Island, and Miyako Island, as well as cruises around Japan and South Korea. In winter, we also offer cruises departing from and returning to Kaohsiung, visiting Okinawa and other locations.
Tours from Japan that involve flying to Taiwan and then boarding a cruise ship are available from travel agencies.
Upcoming calls in Japan (next 60 days)
- Thu, Oct 1 TodayNaha PortArr. 15:00 / Dep. 22:00
- Mon, Oct 5 This weekNaha PortArr. 13:00 / Dep. 23:00
- Tue, Oct 6 This weekIshigaki PortArr. 13:00 / Dep. 21:00
- Wed, Oct 7 This weekMiyako Island, Hirara PortArr. 09:00 / Dep. 17:00
- Sat, Oct 10Naha PortArr. 09:00 / Dep. 19:00
- Mon, Oct 12Naha PortArr. 13:00 / Dep. 21:00
- Wed, Oct 14Naha PortArr. 15:00 / Dep. 23:59
- Thu, Oct 15Ishigaki PortArr. 14:00 / Dep. 23:00
- Sat, Oct 17Ishigaki PortArr. 10:00 / Dep. 20:00
- Tue, Oct 20Kagoshima PortArr. 08:00 / Dep. 20:00
- Wed, Oct 21Yatsushiro PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 16:00
- Thu, Oct 22Naha PortArr. 15:00 / Dep. 22:00
- Tue, Oct 27Kochi New PortArr. 11:00 / Dep. 20:00
- Wed, Oct 28Osaka PortArr. 07:00 / Dep. 17:00
- Sat, Oct 31Ishigaki PortArr. 10:00 / 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
- Naha Port20 calls
- Ishigaki Port15 calls
- Kagoshima Port4 calls
- Nagasaki Port3 calls
- Osaka Port3 calls
- Kochi New Port2 calls
- Yatsushiro Port2 calls
- Hakata Port1 call
- Miyako Island, Hirara 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
Q1How do I board from Japan?
The main boarding point is Keelung, Taiwan. Japanese travel agencies sell tours that combine flights with this cruise.
Q2Which Japanese ports will it call at?
It frequently calls at ports in Okinawa, such as Naha, Ishigaki Island, and Miyako Island. There are also routes that connect Japan and South Korea.
Source/Reference Information
- StarCruises (Official)
- Wikipedia "Star Navigator" (Basic Data and Ship History)
- WEB CRUISE: "'Star Navigator' to offer cruises calling at Japanese ports from March 28th to November."
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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