MSC Bellissima, Largest Cruise Ship in Japan | 8-Day Trip Vlog (Tokyo – Osaka – Jeju Island)

MSC Bellissima, Largest Cruise Ship in Japan | 8-Day Trip Vlog (Tokyo – Osaka – Jeju Island)

Today we’ll be boarding the MSC Bellissima, the largest cruise ship in Japan. Luxurious onboard facilities. Dining in the main restaurant. Dining at specialty restaurants. Entertainment shows. Night events. We will depart from Tokyo and head to Osaka, then from Osaka to Jeju Island in South Korea. Please enjoy the trip! Let’s start our journey at Tokyo International Cruise Terminal. To Tokyo International Cruise Terminal. The terminal building and the MSC Bellissima are visible. The MSC Bellissima boasts a length of 315.83 meters (1036ft), a gross tonnage of 171,598 tons, and a maximum passenger capacity of 5,686 (ship information is listed in the description). It’s operated by MSC Cruises, a European-based company. It’s registered in the Republic of Malta. Today we will board from the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal. Check-in time is scheduled for 2:00 PM. Check-in times vary depending on the cabin. I’ll check my suitcase here. After checking the suitcase, we head inside the terminal. There is a security check along the way. There is a photo spot. We’ll check in at the back. I present my reservation barcode and passport. After successfully completing check-in, Time to board! (There’s a 10% discount code in the description) I’m excited. Upon boarding, there is a delightful welcome from the MSC crew. It’s a fun atmosphere and feels really good. On the ceiling read, “Welcome to MSC Bellissima.” By the way, this is the Bellissima Galleria, one of the ship’s main facilities. Take the elevator from Deck 6 to Deck 12. My cabin number is 12245. The elevator hall and staircase on Deck 12 have a futuristic design. Deck 12 is named Grandiosa (the name of another MSC ship). Floor map. A photo of MSC Grandiosa. It looks similar to Bellissima. Head to my cabin. There are a total of 2,217 cabins on the Bellissima. I arrived in front of cabin 12245. My cruise card is hanging on the door handle. My cabin category is “Deluxe Balcony.” This is the most standard cabin on the MSC Bellissima. The balcony is 4 square meters (43 sq ft). The cabin is 17 square meters (182 sq ft). Cabin prices are listed in the description. Let’s take a look at the balcony. There’s a mesh table and two chairs. The view from the balcony on Deck 12 is unobstructed and excellent. On the lower decks, there are balcony cabins with poor visibility. Is that the Bellissima crew area? Next, let’s look inside the cabin. There are two types of curtains. Both offer strong blackout curtains. Like a hotel, the floor is carpeted. There’s a seashell painting that evokes the ocean. It was created by an Italian photographer. The sofa is a subdued color, but it’s extremely comfortable. Let’s take a look at the desk. There’s an electric kettle (the brand is unknown). Tea from Chiyoda-en, Tokyo. Sugar packaged in MSC packaging. Coffee cups from the German brand BAUSCHER. Welcome fruit. The welcome drink is Fontanafredda Asti, an Italian sparkling wine. Stylish wine glasses. What brand are those wine glasses? Light glasses. Made in Italy. The ice bucket is immaculately cleaned. What’s this? This is a voice-enabled cruise assistant called ZOE. Let’s take a look inside the refrigerator. One bottle opener. Sprite. Mineral water. Iyemon green tea. One Coke. Three Fantas. In the drawer, there’s a Swiss brand Valera hair dryer. A sewing kit. A small pencil. The three bottom drawers can be used for storage. There’s only one trash can in the cabin. Two stools. Both are useful. A telephone. For communicating with the ship’s facilities. Two Type F outlets, one USB-A port. Two Type A outlets. A Korean Samsung TV. We’ll look at the TV later. About the onboard Wi-Fi. A breakfast order form. Some of the ingredients may be frozen. I plan to order breakfast on the morning of the third day. There’s also a seashell picture here. We can choose between double and twin beds. There are lights on the ceiling. There’s a reading light by the bed. There are no power outlets or USB ports by the bed. A ceiling light switch. A bedside table. One cushion and two pillows. The pillow and bed are medium-firm. The mattress is from the Italian brand Dorelan. There’s space under the bed for large luggage like a suitcase. The cabin only has one USB port, which may be a bit inconvenient. There’s a wardrobe next to the bed. A safe. There’s plenty of storage space here. There are 12 hangers. A laundry bag and a laundry order form. There’s a full-length mirror on the side of the wardrobe. The cabin temperature is adjustable. There’s no cabin temperature display. A MAKE UP ROOM button and a DND button. There’s a card key slot and a light switch. There are three hooks at the entrance. There’s a peephole like in a hotel room. Evacuation route. We’re currently in a cabin at the rear of Deck 12. In Italy, 17 is considered an unlucky number, so there is no Deck 17. The cabin can be locked from the inside. Next is the bathroom. This cabin does not have a bathtub. Two bath towels. A vanity mirror. Two hand towels. Let’s take a look at the sink. The faucet is from the German brand GROHE. Hand soap is provided. Two plastic cups. A shelf and towel hanger. The toilet is vacuum-operated. Toilet paper and a foot mat. A toilet brush. A separate shower booth. It looks like we can hang clothes on top. The shower is from the German brand GROHE. There is only a hand shower, no rain shower. Shampoo and shower gel are provided. The shampoo and shower gel were easy to use. My suitcase is delivered to the front of my cabin just before 4pm. There are no tissues in the cabin, so I brought some from home. There are no slippers in the cabin, so I brought those too. I empty everything out of my suitcase and put it in the wardrobe. It felt like a second home. There are almost no amenities, so I bought a toothbrush at a convenience store. I store my empty suitcase under the bed. We can watch movies on the TV. It’s just like the in-flight entertainment on an airplane screen. We can view the ship’s information. English and Japanese are available. We can watch world and Japanese news programs. Live camera footage is available. Try out the onboard Wi-Fi. Connect to the MSC Bellissima hotspot. Many languages ​​are available. We can choose for the entire cruise or for one day. Prices vary depending on the number of devices. There are two options: High-speed Wi-Fi and Basic Wi-Fi. High-speed Wi-Fi costs $144 for 8 days. Even high-speed Wi-Fi is only 12 Mbps, which is not that fast. The daily program is in Japanese. It includes information about the dress code, onboard events, and onboard facilities. An evacuation drill will be held at 4:00 PM. We can choose to watch the safety video in English or Japanese. Watch the safety video. This is the common safety video for all MSC cruises. After watching a 5-minute safety video, make a confirmed call to extension 881. We call and get a confirmation message. Then proceed to the assembly station. Where is the assembly station? It appears to be at the rear of Deck 7. Proceed to the assembly station. Use the emergency stairs. From Deck 12 to Deck 7 via the emergency stairs. Carousel Lounge on Deck 7. This is actually a lounge where paid shows are held. It has a nice atmosphere. I plan to watch a paid show here tomorrow afternoon. Head to the Carousel Terrace. There are lifeboats on this terrace. Since the ship carries a lot of people, it could be very difficult in an emergency. Now, let’s take a look at the ship’s main facilities. Decks 5 to 7 feature a luxurious atrium. This is one of the ship’s main facilities. There’s a Swarovski staircase here. Taking photos on the Swarovski staircase is popular. From Deck 5. Since Halloween is coming up, skeletons are on display (boarding in mid-October) The atrium has a futuristic atmosphere. The glass floor here is also covered in Swarovski crystals. This is the champagne bar. For a fee, we can enjoy luxurious champagne. Next to the atrium is a 96-metre-long indoor promenade. This place is called Galleria Bellissima. The LED screen on the ceiling is amazing. Currently, it displays evacuation notices. Kaito is a sushi restaurant & bar with a distinctive green counter. A funny beckoning cat. They serve sushi and teppanyaki for lunch and dinner. On the other side there is a steak restaurant. This is Master of the Sea, a British pub. They serve beer and other alcoholic drinks. Over there, there’s a spider web decoration. Is it a Halloween special? We’re currently on Deck 7, and move down to Deck 6. Let’s take a look at Deck 6. We’ll find luxury brand shops, a mini mall, and a chocolate shop. The gelatos look delicious. This is a great chocolate shop, but it does cost money. This is the Bellissima Lounge, where various events, including dance and live music, are held. This is the MSC Aurea Spa, located forward on Deck 7. Inside there are hot tubs and saunas. I’ll explain it in detail in another video. There are also treatment rooms. This is the Casino, located on Deck 7. We can enjoy slot machines and table games. Next, let’s take a look at the main pool. The outdoor main pool is located in the center of Deck 15. There are already people swimming in it on the first day. We boarded in mid-October, and the temperature was just warm enough for swimming. It even has a jacuzzi. Next door, there’s the indoor pool. It has a retractable roof, so it’s suitable for rainy days. The outdoor pool has a bar. We can purchase a drink package for unlimited drinks (as noted in the description). The departure party begin at 5 PM in the main pool. An MC appeared, followed by a dance team waving MSC Cruises flags. Many passengers gathered here. MSC Cruises’ mascot character appears. Apparently it’s called the Doremi Family. The MSC dancers performed a dance that created a lot of excitement. Head to the buffet restaurant on Deck 15, called Marketplace Buffet. It had many tables. ItIs the only buffet restaurant on the ship. On the first day, a dinner buffet is served from 5 PM to 9 PM. This is where the mozzarella cheese is made. There is a bar within the restaurant. The Wellness station offers salads and more. The Pizza station has four types of pizza. The GRILL station offers fish and meat dishes. The Cold Cut station offeres ham, cheese, and breads. The Soup & Pasta station. The Rotisserie station. The ETHNIC station. The DESSERTS station. A wide selection of delicious desserts . Another unique feature of this ship is the Japanese food station. The Japanese food menu is more extensive than on other ships. Delicious soba noodles. We can make ochazuke (rice with tea). Unlimited water. Unlimited coffee. Unlimited tea. The entertainment facilities are concentrated at the rear of the ship. We moved to the aft deck 16. There’s an MSC Gym here. The gym is equipped with the latest Technogym machines, allowing you to enjoy serious exercise and training. Head to the Sportsplex on deck 16. There are mainly paid experiences available here. F1 simulator game. VR game. Bowling game. Ice hockey game. Multipurpose court. Sports bar. Head to the stern of deck 16. This is the Horizon Pool. This pool is located at the stern of the ship, offering a spectacular view. Amazing night view of Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower. The atmosphere is lovely at night. The blue lighting is especially good. From here, we can go to Deck 18. This is the Horizon Bar. This is the Attic Club , and this is the Teens Club. We can play table football and other games. There’s even a ping-pong table. Deck 18 has a kids’ club. There’s a Lego exhibit. This is a room for families with children. The multipurpose court we saw earlier. There are also Lego characters here. Deck 18 also has another facility, the Sky Lounge. It’s like a bar for adults. Depending on the time of day, live music is performed. We can see the main pool from the window. Next, we head back to the atrium. Take the elevator to Deck 6. In the atrium, Live music is performed. Go down the Swarovski staircase to Deck 5. If you link your cruise card to a credit card, you can use your cruise card for all onboard payments. Departs Tokyo International Terminal at 7PM. We departed on time. A beautiful cruise terminal. People seeing us off. An intense live performance over there. It was amazing. There wasn’t much rocking when we set sail. It seems the tugboat did a great job. This cruise terminal is in a great location. We can see not only the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower, but also Tokyo Skytree. This time, we’re on a 8-day Asia cruise. We will be going to Osaka and then to Jeju Island in South Korea. On the way back, we’ll stop in Kumamoto before returning to Tokyo. Dinner will be served at the main restaurant on Deck 6 at 8:15 PM. The dinner restaurant seating and time are fixed and stay the same every day. There’s a high chance we’ll be seated with other passengers. Let’s take a look at the menu. Starters. Salad & Soups. Pasta & Risotto. Main Courses. The menu changes daily. Bread & Rice. Desserts. The menu has pictures, so it’s easy to understand. Beverages. Warm vegetable pistou and cheese wrapped in crispy pastry. Minestrone. Fruit juice. The minestrone was cold. On the first day, it took a long time for the food to be served. Linguine and seafood. The pasta was of high quality. Grilled swordfish. Teriyaki chicken. It was a little cold, but still tasty. Sachertorte (Austrian chocolate cake). Coconut pistachio dacquoise. Delicious dessert. Dinner in the main restaurant is included in the cruise fare. There are several table types, so there’s a small chance we won’t be seated with others. Some people like sharing tables, while others don’t. Head to the theater on Deck 6. It’s called the London Theater. The show, which starts at 9:30 PM, had already started. Advance reservation is generally required, and reservation can be easily made through the MSC app. On the first day, the show is called Rock Royalty. After the show, the MC appeared. Announcements are made in English and Japanese. After the show, head to the promenade… The LED screen images are amazing. The images change daily. At night, there is an LED screen show like this. Images from a submarine? Since there was no explanation, this is all speculation. Next, the Sunshine Party begin at 10:15 PM. The dress code on the first day is casual (the dress code is listed in the description section). This is a time-travel themed party to the 1960s and 1970s. Passengers dance with MSC dancers The theme of the party changes every day. Take a stroll around the ship at night. Passengers are enjoying playing table tennis and swimming. The ship has a variety of facilities, so there are plenty of ways to enjoy it. The main pool at night. On the first night, there are no events at the main pool, so it’s quiet. The lighting si beautiful. Return to my cabin. The cabin doors are made of iron, so magnets can stick to them, making them easy to find. When I return to my cabin, I find the daily program for the next day. The fridge was stocked with fruit juices. And even cola. The ice bucket wasn’t refilled with ice. The shower pressure isn’t strong, but it doesn’t bother me. The beds on the cruise ship were comfortable, and I slept as well as on land. The morning of the second day. Amazing ocean views. Cabins with balconies offer immediate ocean views. Daily program for Day 2 (Japanese). The MSC for Me app is convenient. We can check daily events and make reservations for shows and specialty restaurants. There are three main breakfast options: the main restaurant, the buffet restaurant, and in-cabin. Breakfast in the main restaurant is served from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. This is Lighthouse, a restaurant located at the stern of Deck 6. Breakfast and lunch seating is not fixed each day; seating is randomly assigned. For dinner only, the time and seating are fixed. Today, we are not sharing tables, but the distance between adjacent tables is close. Japanese breakfast set menu. Salmon breakfast set, mackerel breakfast set, rice, and side dish. Western menu. Express breakfast. Egg dish, side dish. Seafood, salad, and rice . Waffles, pancakes, French toast, and pastries. Fruits and yogurt. Kids’ menu. Breakfast Beverage. For pastry, I chose a croissant. American coffee. It looks bitter. There’s a wine menu here. I think it’s for lunch and dinner. Breakfast arrived. Belgian waffles. Small omelet. Smoked salmon. Mackerel breakfast set. Rice. Mackerel. Pickles. Natto with “Taro” written on it. Tofu. Onsen egg, pickled plum. Miso soup. Instant-like miso soup. The rice was delicious. It was a good Japanese breakfast. The view from the stern window is great. There’s a picture of a lighthouse. A breakfast buffet is served from 6:00 to 11:00 AM. The BAKERY station offers freshly baked bread. The HOT BREAKFAST station offers miso soup, porridge, fish, scrambled eggs, hijiki seaweed, pickled plums, natto, and rice. The Waffle and Pancake station offers freshly made waffles, bacon, sausage, and hash browns. The Egg and Omelet station offers lively omelettes. Fruit salad, dried fruit, seeds, yogurt and sauces, and cereals. Four kinds of fruit juice are available for unlimited drinking. Let’s take a look at the ship’s morning activities and events. On Deck 6 Promenade, morning exercises are being held. The weather is nice today, making it a pleasant day for a dip in the pool. At the gym on deck 16, many people exercise in the morning. Check out the events on the MSC app. An event is being held at the MSC Logo Shop. The boutique mainly sells fashion items. Take a look at Plaza Bellissima. MSC merchandise is on sale. Lots of teddy bears. MSC mugs. Metal ship models. Lego ship models. MSC jackets. There’s a mini mall in the back. They have electrical appliances like adapter plugs. Earplugs. USB cables. Alcoholic drinks and snacks. Medicine and daily necessities. Lots of perfume. In the main pool, gaming activity is taking place. It’s a game called cornhole. Players compete to score points by throwing a cloth bag filled with corn kernels into a board with holes. The weather is nice, and there are many people in the main pool. The blue ocean is refreshing. Where are we? We’re on the sea south of Mie Prefecture, Japan. Head to the promenade on Deck 6 and see the Carousel Productions parade. Performers are showing off acrobatics and dancing. It’s exciting. Head to the atrium and see an event being held. It’s a cooking demonstration. It appears to be a hot pot cooking demonstration. In the MSC Shop on Deck 6, there’s a model of the MSC Bellissima. At the Sportsplex on Deck 16, there’s a basketball tournament going on. It looks like fun. From the stern of Deck 16, we can enjoy a wide-open view. Weou can even see the beautiful ship’s wake. The Horizon Pool is also very lively. We can access Deck 19 from the nearby stairs. At the aft of Deck 19, there’s a ropes course and an aqua park. The aqua park has a family pool and water slides. The three water slides are thrilling. Also, in the atrium, Elton John songs are being played on the piano. Famous songs. It’s almost lunchtime. Head to Sushi Restaurant KAITO. The Beverage menu includes wine, sake, whiskey, and more. The food menu has a set menu for $32 USD. The menu can be scanned using a QR code. Our table overlooks the promenade, making for a great location. I ordered plum wine. Edamame. Aosa miso soup. A selection of sashimi and sushi. Four types of sashimi and six pieces of sushi. It’s a luxurious meal. There isn’t much wasabi on it, so I add my own. I use disposable chopsticks labeled “bamboo scent.” The sushi tasted better than on other MSC cruise ships. Yakitori (grilled chicken). Yakitori with shiitake mushrooms and green onions, and yakitori with meatballs. A mini ramen. The ramen was a good size and tasted good. The dessert is yuzu sorbet. For the price of $32 USD, it was well worth it. There is a dance event on the promenade. There was a taco restaurant here, which requires an additional fee. This is a specialty restaurant that has become a staple on MSC Cruises. In the afternoon, enjoy a show at the London Theatre. There seemed to be ample seating. The MSC appeared. A show called “Fantastic Mr. Penguin.” Mr. Penguin put on a fun show. It’s fun. He speak both English and Japanese. It looks like a Star Wars lightsaber. It was a great show. Mr. Penguin is very popular. After the show, we head to the promenade. There’s a LED screen show and great music. After this, at the Carousel Lounge on Deck 6 aft, there is a paid show called SWEET. Enjoy a welcome cocktail. They had both alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. There is a cool car with Bellissima written on it. Unlike the evacuation drill, the atmosphere is much more stylish. It’S a Cirque du Soleil show, with a pop atmosphere. The show features spectacular acrobatics. The cost is $18 USD per adult. It was a fantastic show. Return to my cabin. Once inside, the cabin was spotlessly clean. Bath towels and face towels are changed daily. Cleaning is done twice a day. Thanks to the cleanliness, we were able to comfortably stay inside. It’s almost evening. We are about to arrive in Osaka. Kobe and Osaka a visreible. Before arriving in Osaka, live music is held in the atrium. Head to the promenade, where the LED screens have an amazing design. To the chocolate shop. The shop is called Jean-Philippe (a French pastry chef). They offer coffee beverages, spirit coffees, hot chocolate sensations, sweets, and desserts. Colorful macarons. A wide variety of chocolates. A selection of macarons and chocolates. The white chocolate drink is $6 USD. It was very sweet and rich. We arrive at the Osaka at 6 PM, called the Tempozan Cruise Terminal. The excursion buses are waiting. There is an excursion to Dotonbori at night. The excursion involves going to Dotonbori at night and then spending the rest of the day at leisure. Nearby are tourist attractions such as the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, the Ferris wheel, and the Universal Studios Japan. We disembark. The MSC Bellissima will be docked here until 6:00 PM tomorrow. The Ferris wheel is beautiful at night. Osakako Station is nearby, about a 5-minute walk away. There’s a taxi stand. There are plenty of taxis waiting, and we are able to get one right away. Head to Dotonbori at night. It takes about 20 minutes from Osaka Cruise Terminal to Dotonbori. Pass through the shopping district. It’s bustling. I discover the Kani Doraku (crab restaurant). Arrived at Dotonbori. The Dotonbori River at night. The river cruise looks fun. Let’s go for okonomiyaki restaurant. Head to the President Chibo, a high-end teppanyaki restaurant. Chibo-yaki 2,600 JPY ($16.8 USD), foie gras egg 2,800 JPY ($18.1 USD), and tonpeiyaki 930 JPY ($6 USD). Tonpeiyaki is a dish of fried pork wrapped in egg and served with sauce or mayonnaise. Foie gras egg is being prepared. Delicious foie gras egg in a Japanese-style saikyo miso sauce. It’s delicious. The Chibo-yaki is being prepared. This is okonomiyaki filled with shrimp, scallops, squid, and pork. It looks delicious. We can even eat the shrimp shell. By the way, okonomiyaki wasn’t served on board the MSC Bellissima. Head to the famous Glico sign in Dotonbori. This is a famous place in Osaka. Dotonbori at night was lively and fun. Back on the MSC Bellissima. The Osaka cruise terminal is open at night. A close-up look at the MSC Bellissima. It’s so large, it looks like a pelican. Let’s take a look inside the ship on the second night. The Bellissima Lounge is buzzing. Maybe a dance event? Let’s go to the British pub on Deck 7. The atmosphere is nice. Let’s order something to drink. They have a variety of cocktails. I ordered a Malibu Beach Sunset cocktail for $10 USD. It came with nuts. The second night is a tropical night. A tropical party is being held. The dress code for the second day is casual, but if you’re going to the party, it’s best to wear tropical attire. It’s getting exciting. Return to my cabin. Daily program for day 3. The fridge is stocked with beer. The contents of the refrigerator change slightly every day. I order breakfast in my cabin tomorrow. I hung my breakfast order form on the door handle. Morning of the third day. The MSC Bellissima is still anchored in Osaka. The dress code for the third day is white, and I am looking forward to the night party. Let’s take a look at the morning events. At the main pool on Deck 15, morning stretching is being done. There are a few clouds that day. Let’s take a look at the view of Osaka. Tempozan Bridge. Tempozan Ferris Wheel. It’s very big. Tempozan Cruise Terminal and Tempozan Harbor Village. The red bridge is Minato Bridge. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. Breakfast in the cabin at 9:30 AM. There isn’t much space to put food, so we use the stools. Breads, pastries, toasts, tea, cereal, milk, and coffee. The balcony was being cleaned that day, so we couldn’t eat breakfast there. The cabin breakfast was disappointing, lacking eggs. I thought it would have been better to have breakfast at the restaurant. On the third day, the ship is scheduled to depart Osaka at 6 PM, allowing us time to explore Osaka. On this day, we will go sightseeing in Osaka again. Paid excursions include visits to temples in Kyoto and Himeji Castle in Hyogo. Daytime photos of the ship are beautiful. There are plenty of taxis waiting at the taxi stand. First, we head to Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, once known as the longest shopping street in Japan. At approximately 2.6 km long, it’s now the second longest in Japan. I’m craving something. I buy a croquette for 100 JPY ($0.65 USD). It was the best. There are various restaurants and shops. Unatoto, an eel restaurant. Sushi restaurants and ramen shops. I’m craving ramen. Sakuraiya, a bedding store founded in 1741. Next, we head to Osaka Castle. Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are popular with foreign tourists. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from Osaka Castle Park to the castle tower. The castle tower comes into view. Its beautiful exterior. The gold accents here and there add to its luxurious feel. Golden tigers. A golden shachihoko (dolphin gargoyle or killer whale roof ornament). Advance online reservations will ensure smooth entry. The tower has eight floors. The admission fee is 1,200 JPY ($7.8 USD) per adult. The Summer Siege of Osaka in 1615 is recreated with miniature figures. Toyotomi Hideyoshi began construction of Osaka Castle in 1583, and the castle tower was completed in 1585. Head to the observation deck on the eighth floor. The view to the west. The greenery of the park is beautiful. I was very satisfied to see the Golden Shachihoko from up close. The view to the east. I could see Osaka Castle Hall. Head to the Miraiza Osaka Castle complex. There is a ninja sculpture. Tully’s Coffee and Ninja Shop. I take a break and have a matcha latte at Tully’s Coffee. A shop called Osaka Castle Honjin, which sells anime goods from Japan. After sightseeing in Osaka, we return to the MSC Bellissima. Before that, we will visit the Tempozan Ferris Wheel. The wheel opened in 1997 and is 112.5 meters (369 ft) tall. It was once the largest Ferris wheel in the world. Tickets cost 900 JPY ($5.8 USD) per adult. Head to the Ferris wheel boarding area. One full rotation takes 15 minutes. The reason I ride the Ferris wheel is to see the MSC Bellissima from the wheel. The MSC Bellissima is so long that it cannot be captured on camera from up close. As the wheel rises, we can see the main pool on Deck 15. We can also see the bow of the ship. We can also see the Aqua Park on Deck 19. Water slides. The Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. It’s much smaller than Bellissima. The Minato Bridge. It’s a cool red bridge. The Tempozan Bridge. Looking closely at the bow, we can see someone swimming in the pool. Perhaps an MSC crew member? The last boarding time in Osaka is 5:30 PM. The floral pattern on the LED screen is amazing. It changes every day, and I’m curious to see how many different patterns there are. Before departure, there’s a live piano performance in the atrium. The dress code for the third day is white, so I change into white clothes. The ship is scheduled to depart Osaka at 6 PM. We said goodbye to the beautiful Ferris wheel. However, the ship still hadn’t departed by 6:00 PM. It seemed they were waiting for passengers who hadn’t yet returned to the ship. The tugboat is still waiting. I missed the departure scene. Head to the 6:30 PM show. Today there is a show called Sand Journey. I’mlooking forward to it. It’s a sand drawing show. The first one they showed is a drawing of passengers aboard the MSC Bellissima. Several other drawings are then shown. Mount Fuji? A drawing of a woman drinking tea while looking at Mount Fuji. The last one. It ended with a drawing of the MSC Bellissima. It was a wonderful show. Today too, there is an LED show when we exit the theater. I’m looking forward to seeing what will be shown. There’s no explanation so I don’t know what’s going on. It said, “Enchanted forest is in danger.” Apparently, enchanted forests are depicted in various forms in folklore and fantasy. The LED show ended with a battle scene being displayed. Head to the TV Studio Bar. There is a bar counter inside. The karaoke competition islively at night. Drinks are available for order I have a frozen drink, MSC Blue on Blue. Recommended for karaoke lovers. Head to the Sea Pavilion Restaurant on Deck 15. This is one of the specialty restaurants (fees apply). It’s a unique restaurant that serves hot pot. They have a wide variety of drinks. There are also champagnes. I ordered sparkling wine. There are people celebrating birthdays over there. The meal menu: Choose two soups from four options. Appetizers are fried chicken and edamame. The paid dining package includes a set course meal. Beef. Fish, pork, chicken. Vegetables, eggs. Meatballs. Wheat gluten, ramen. The food is sumptuous. Rice. What’s here… Here we can make our own sauce. I made two of my own sauces. Of all the restaurants on Bellissima, this might be my favorite. The food was generous and tasty. The restaurant was empty, so we enjoyed a leisurely meal. Head to the main pool on Deck 15. The White Party will be held from 10:15 PM. It’s one of the ship’s most popular parties. The ship is currently sailing from Osaka to Jeju Island, South Korea. The White Party began. Dancers performed , and then the passengers joined in. We dance to the MSC dancers. The White Party lasts for one hour. We’ll be dancing for an hour. How many people are there? Maybe 500? Considering the passenger capacity, only a small portion of the people were participating in the party. After the party, I return to my cabin and go to sleep. The morning of the fourth day. The fourth day is a full-day sailing day. We are currently off the coast east of Kyushu. Jeju Island, South Korea, was still a long way off. The dress code tonight is formal. There is a yoga and exercise event in the morning. The sea is a stunning blue. On a day like this, I want to relax by the pool. There is a walking track on Deck 15. We can enjoy walking between the center and stern of Deck 15. Head to Deck 6. I will have coffee at the EDGE cocktail bar. At the bar counter, complimentary breads and pastries are available. I sit down. I try the coffee menu. Marocchino, a coffee originating from Italy. It was delicious coffee. There’s an event going on in the promenade. They’re demonstrating how to make chocolate and coffee. On the LED screen, the Guinness World Records logo is displayed We’re playing a game to attempt a Guinness World Record. Three different games are being played. It looks like a lot of work. It was exciting. I haven’t had breakfast today. We’re going to lunch now. We share a table with other passengers. Appetizers include salads and soups. Main courses include pasta, fish, meat, and hamburgers. There’s a wide variety of main courses at lunch. Desserts include a wide variety of desserts. There’s also cheese and fruit menu. White wine. A selection of breads. Vegetable spring rolls. Creamy sweetcorn soup. Is that pre-made corn soup? Creamy polenta. White fish fillet, mussels, broccoli, and rice. The food was okay. Cheese selection. Delicious. Fruit selection. Melon sorbet. All meals in the main restaurant are included in the cruise fare. When we return to my cabin, we are charged for the minibar. I thought the minibar was free, but I realized there was a charge. There are Japanese-style paintings on the LED screen. Afternoon events. At Plaza Bellissima, GUESS bags are 50% off. The weather is nice, so I will enjoy the Aqua Park on Deck 19. I sign a pledge and get my wristband. There are three waterslides, and I enjoyed all of them. Afterwards, I take a break at Horizon Bar on Deck 18. All the bars had similar drink menus. They also had daily specialty cocktails. I ordered a frozen Midori Margarita. There is a quiz going on in the main pool on Deck 15. What does the Italian band Måneskin’s name mean? The answer is “moonlight” in Danish. Head to the indoor pool bar. He makes some delicious looking drinks and it piqued my interest. There is a menu of freshly squeezed juices. Smoothies. Coolers. I ordered kiwi and strawberry. It was truly freshly squeezed juice. I drink the fresh juice and take a break. It tasted good too. Where are we? Near the remote islands of Kagoshima Prefecture, Kyushu. Takeshima. Iwo Jima. I missed Tanegashima. Cape Sata. We’re sailing through some interesting places. The dress code on the evening of the fourth is formal, so I change into a suit. Live music in progress. On the fourth night, we will have dinner at the steakhouse, a classic MSC steak restaurant. The dining experience cost $47 USD. Choose one appetizer or soup. Choose one entree or steak. Choose one dessert. A la carte steaks and side dishes. The drinks menu included cocktails, beers, and wines. Champagnes are also available. I ordered Ch. Jean de Bel Air Bordeaux Rouge red wine. Bread selection. Two types of butter. The steaks are on display. I ordered the New York sirloin. Freshly grilled steak. House chop salad. Bone marrow. I was surprised by the large bone, but only a small portion was edible. Filet mignon, 8 oz (226 g). New York sirloin, 14 oz (396 g). The steak is generous. There are four different sauces to choose from, allowing for a variety of flavors. Side dishes included spinach and mashed potatoes. Salt. The steak was delicious. I was happy with the price. Lava cake and ice cream. New York cheesecake. The restaurant was great. There will be a welcome cocktail at 6 PM and a speech by the captain at 7:10 PM. I’m looking forward to it. I missed the welcome cocktail. There is a live music event in the Bellissima Lounge. The dress code is formal, but only about half the passengers are dressed that way. The captain’s speech begins at 7:10 PM. The captain of the MSC Bellissima appeared. The passengers greet the captain with applause. “Thank you for boarding MSC Bellissima” and “Enjoy a fantastic cruise.” The captain gave a speech in both English and Japanese. Compared to my previous MSC World Cruise, the captain speech was shorter. The MSC logo flashed on the LED screen. The MSC crew was presented with awards. Afterward, there is a photo opportunity with the captain. There is also a Golden Party here starting at 10:15 PM. There are also various other events on the fourth night. Dance class event. We’re going to see the show starting at 8 PM. The show that day was called Club Disco. I enjoyed it. Leaving the theater, we are greeted by another LED show. Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, ​​Spain. Taj Mahal in Agra, India. Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. Famous world heritage sites from around the world were displayed. It was amazing! There seemed to be a lottery, so we participated. It was nerve-wracking. Winners apparently received gifts and discount coupons. A paper lantern had been prepared for tonight’s Golden Party. We take a break at the British pub. It was surprisingly empty, making it a hidden gem. The Golden Party starts at 10:15 PM. What kind of party will it be? It’s rumored to be a flashy one, so let’s look forward to it. The words “GOLDEN PARTY” appeared on the LED screen. The party lasts for one hour. The MSC dancers are wearing flashy gold costumes. The atmosphere is exciting. The music is also great. Gold streamers are flying. Where are they shooting the gold streamers from? They are shooting from here. After enjoying the party, we return to my cabin. As usual, tomorrow’s daily program is placed on the bed. We have an excursion tomorrow. Where are we? Somewhere between Jeju Island, South Korea, and Kyushu, Japan. It’s the morning of the fifth day. It’s 6:05 AM. It’s still dark outside, but we’ll soon arrive at Jeju Island, South Korea. Jeju Island is an oval-shaped volcanic island located at the southernmost tip of South Korea. We head to the cruise terminal in the southern part of Jeju Island. There’s a tugboat over there. This place is called Seogwipo Gangjeong Cruise Terminal. For breakfast on day five, we head to the buffet on Deck 15. I’m craving Japanese food. Miso soup and porridge. We don’t have much time, so I quickly eat breakfast. Today’s excursion meets at the London Theatre on Deck 6 at 7:30 AM . There are various excursions available. The cruise terminal here is quite long, and it takes about 20 minutes to depart. I choose the “SPO13 – Jeju Island’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites” excursion. We board the bus. The bus has an elegant interior and an exotic feel. I sit down. Other than the interior, the buses are pretty much the same as Japanese buses. Today, we’re heading to the eastern part of Jeju Island. We’ll be back at the cruise terminal in about five hours. The cruise terminal is in the south, Mount Hallasan is in the center, and the World Heritage Site, Seongsan Ilchulbong, is in the east. There are various tourist attractions. The waterfall is apparently popular. Here’s a photo of the World Heritage Site, Seongsan Ilchulbong, from above. I’m looking forward to going there. It’s about a 90-minute bus ride from the cruise terminal to Seongsan Ilchulbong. Parking lot at Seongsan Ilchulbong. I get off the bus. It’s a volcano 182 meters (597 ft) above sea level. Here’s a map of Seongsan Ilchulbong. There are 560 steps to the top. After reaching the top, we take a different path back down. There is also a course that goes to the sea without going all the way to the top. The sightseeing time is only about an hour. Dolhareubang. A stone statue representing an old man. Now, let’s start hiking to Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. Casual clothing is fine. The path is gentle at first, but there are stairs halfway up. The left is the trail for climbing, and the right is the trail for descending. Since we don’t have much time, we head towards the sea instead of climbing. According to people who have climbed, it was quite tough. Towards the sea. Actually, the sea is also beautiful enough. Wow… what a nice place. There’s also an observation deck over there. Let’s enjoy the sea view. Wonderful. I was satisfied even without climbing. There’s a souvenir shop over there. Let’s buy a Dolhareubang figurine. The Dol Hareubang holding Korean won bills looks good. We get back on the bus and head to another place. It’s like a market. Jeju Island is rich in seafood. I have some turban shells. They’re grilling squid here. Looks delicious. This is Seopjikoji in the eastern part of Jeju Island. It was used as a filming location for the Korean drama “All In.” The rough ocean waves are lovely. Over there is a white lighthouse. The Glass House, designed by architect Tadao Ando. The Seongsan Ilchulbong, which we visited earlier. There is a bakery cafe called FLOYEAST. Apparently, the best view of Seongsan Ilchulbong is from here. It’s beautiful, isn’t it? Continued in the next video… In the next video, we’ll take a detailed look at all the onboard facilities on MSC Bellissima, including the MSC Yacht Club, which we didn’t cover this time. I’ll also be sharing my cruise reports from days 5, 6, 7, and 8. After Jeju Island in South Korea, we’ll be heading to Kumamoto in Japan. The cruise continues. A touching finale? Thank you for watching.

Today we’re boarding the MSC Bellissima, the largest cruise ship in Japan. We’ll be boarding the MSC Bellissima from Tokyo to Osaka and then on to Jeju Island, South Korea.

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■Cruise Details
Date: October 13-20, 2025 (Asia Cruise)
Cabin: Balcony
Experience: Fantastica

Oct 13, 2025: Check-in at Tokyo at 2:00 PM, Departure at 7:00 PM
Oct 14, 2025: Arrive at Osaka at 6:00 PM
Oct 15, 2025: Depart from Osaka at 6:00 PM
Oct 16, 2025: At Sea
Oct 17, 2025: Arrive at Jeju Island, South Korea at 7:00 AM, Departure at 4:00 PM
Oct 18, 2025: Arrive at Kumamoto at 7:00 AM, Departure at 2:00 PM
Oct 19, 2025: At Sea
Oct 20, 2025: Arrive at Tokyo at 8:00 AM

Prices per person for an 8-day (7-night) cruise:
Interior Cabin: $499 USD
Balcony Cabin: $809 USD
Suite Aurea: $1,889 USD
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite: $2,719 USD

*Prices vary depending on the length of the cruise, the season, and the cabin.
*October is a slightly cheaper month in Japan.

Dress Code:
Day 1: Casual, Day 2: Casual (Tropical Night), Day 3: White, Day 4: Formal, Day 5: Italian (Red, Green, and White), Day 6: Casual, Day 7: Casual

Experiences:
There are four types of experiences: Bella, Fantastica, Aurea, and Yacht Club.
https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/msc-experiences-and-cabins

Cabin Types and Layouts: The website lists 17 cabin types.
https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-bellissima/cabins-suites

Drink Packages:
There are four types of drink packages available. For example, the Premium Drink Package offers unlimited drinks under $16 (€14), but costs $89 per day.
https://www.msccruises.com/int/on-board/dining-and-drinks/drinks-packages

Specialty Dining Experiences:
Dining packages allow you to enjoy specialty restaurants at great value. For example, the Specialty Dining Experience 3 ($100 per person) includes access to Kaito Sushi & Bar, Butcher’s Cut, and Hola! Taco & Cantina.

■MSC Bellissima Ship Information
Ship Name: MSC Bellissima
Operator: MSC Cruises
Port of registry: Malta
Laid down: November 15, 2017
Launched: June 14, 2018
Acquired: February 27, 2019
Christened: March 2, 2019
Maiden Voyage: March 4, 2019
Godmother: Sophia Loren (Italian actress)
Builder: Chantiers de l’Atlantique
Class: Meraviglia Class
Gross Tonnage: 171,598 GT
Length: 315.83 m (1,036 ft)
Width: 43 m (141 ft)
Height: 65 m (213 ft)
Draught: 8.75 m (28 ft)
Decks: 19
Installed power: 79,944 hp (58,800 kW)
Speed: 21.8 knots (40.4 km/h, 25.1 mph)
Cabins: 2,217
Capacity: 4,418 (maximum 5,686 passengers)
Crew: 1,564
Languages: Japanese, English, German, Italian, French, Spanish
Currency: US Dollar or Euro (varies by destination)
Wi-Fi: SpaceX Starlink (paid)
Official Website: https://www.msccruises.com/int/our-cruises/ships/msc-bellissima

■Table of Contents
00:00 Intro
—–Day 1—-
00:46 Boarding at Tokyo International Cruise Terminal
03:52 Balcony Cabin Tour
14:38 Wi-Fi
15:31 Evacuation Drill
17:28 Strolling around Galleria Bellissima
21:30 Pre-Departure Event at the Main Pool
23:24 Dinner Buffet
25:42 Strolling around the Entertainment Area
29:30 Departure
31:16 Dinner at the Main Dining
33:58 Watching the Night Show
35:39 Inside the Ship and Cabin at night
—–Day 2—-
37:23 Morning of the 2nd day
38:10 Breakfast at the Main Dining
41:25 Breakfast Buffet
42:52 Morning Activities and Events
48:23 Sushi Lunch at Kaito (speciality Restaurant)
50:30 Watching Two Amazing Shows in the Afternoon
53:22 Arrive in Osaka
55:38 Eating okonomiyaki in Dotonbori at night
59:07 Tropical party on the 2nd night
—–Day 3—-
1:01:10 In-cabin breakfast on the 3rd day
1:03:41 Sightseeing at Tenjinbashi Shopping Street and Osaka Castle
1:07:49 Viewing the MSC Bellissima from the Tempozan Ferris Wheel
1:09:55 Departing Osaka
1:11:06 Sand art show and LED show
1:13:55 Hot pot dinner at the Sea Pavilion (speciality restaurant)
1:15:51 White party on the 3rd night
—–Day 4—-
1:17:40 Enjoying coffee on the 4th morning
1:19:05 Morning activities and events
1:19:57 Lunch at the main restaurant
1:22:05 Enjoy the aqua park and pool in the afternoon
1:25:22 Steak dinner at Butcher’s Cut (speciality restaurant)
1:28:38 Formal (Gala) party on 4th night
—-Day 5—-
1:33:37 Arrival at Jeju Island on the 5th morning
1:34:55 Excursion to Seongsan Ilchulbong, a World Heritage Site
1:41:35 Next video

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