Japan’s largest cruise ship, the Asuka III was officially delivered to its owner NYK Cruises, a subsidiary of Japanese shipping group NYK in a ceremony held in Emden, Germany on April 10, 2025.
The cruise ship is LNG-powered and underwent sea trials in the North Sea on March 18, 2025.
The Asuka III has a gross tonnage of 51,950 tonnes with a passenger capacity of 740. She is also one of the most energy-efficient ships built by Meyer Werft.
After being delivered, the ship...