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East Asian Legends

Mar 1, 2027 — Mar 11, 2027

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10 Nights on Star Seeker

Discover the diversity of East Asian cultures as you make your way from traditional rural villages to subtropical beaches. On Japan’s Amami Island, instead of sake, you’ll drink kokuto shochu made of brown sugar. And instead of kimonos in vivid colors, you’ll find complex patterns in earth tones made with a mud-dyed technique that’s been in use for 1,300 years. Shop for distinctive and colorful Ryukyu glass in Okinawa, once made from the old bottles discarded by U.S. troops. Explore Ishigaki’s Yaima Village, an open-air museum of preserved Ryukyu-style houses. In Taiwan’s capital, Taipei, browse the National Palace Museum’s massive collection of Chinese art treasures, or head to the old-town market where you’ll find Chinese medicine apothecaries, traditional handicrafts and more. Listen for the noon-day gun on Garden Road, a tradition established by the British in the 1860s.

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Explore Okinawa’s historic sites, like Shurijo Castle, which symbolizes Okinawa's rich cultural heritage and resilience, and offers a glimpse into the Ryukyu Kingdom's history.

Visit Kaiji Beach, known as one of the most beautiful beaches in Japan, or take a glass bottom boat ride to see the beautiful coral and emerald waters.

Marvel at Taipei 101, one of the world’s tallest buildings. This iconic skyscraper showcases cutting-edge, eco-friendly design, and features a stunning observatory, luxury shopping and breathtaking views.

An overnight in Hong Kong, China, gives you plenty of time to explore local markets during the day and, at night, see the Symphony of Lights, a light and sound show over Victoria Harbor.

Sail a traditional junk through Halong Bay, Vietnam. These wooden boats have a distinctive design, with Vietnamese motifs and carvings decorating each unique vessel.

In Amami, Japan, a yacht-exclusive port, join a Windstar Shore Excursion to experience the intricate and ancient art of kimono-making.