TOKYO (June 2, 2026) – Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today celebrated the successful conclusion of its 2026 sailing season for the Japanese market on board the Viking Yidun. The 2026 season has boasted record numbers of Japanese passengers sailing with Viking, including many loyal repeaters who have enjoyed multiple Viking voyages since the launch of […]
Read articleViking was featured in the cruise specialty magazine "CRUISE Traveller Spring 2026." Under the theme "Scandinavian aesthetics and comfort with Viking Cruises," the feature explores the appeal of Viking's Japan homeported voyages. The issue also includes a firsthand report from LiLiCo, the film commentator and wide-ranging media personality, who experienced a Viking cruise for herself. […]
Read articleViking Yidun's cruise experience was featured in "Sumiko Ueda's Invitation to Cruising," a series in the Asahi Shimbun digital magazine "&travel." Set aboard a cruise departing from Kobe, the article showcases the refined Scandinavian elegance of the onboard spaces, the festive touches unique to the Christmas season, and the rich variety of sightseeing experiences at […]
Read articleKobayashi to oversee all sales and marketing activities in Japan Tokyo (September 12, 2025) — Viking (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced the appointment of Atsushi Kobayashi as Managing Director of Viking Japan. Kobayashi will lead the company’s Japan office and oversee all sales and marketing activities in the country. With Kobayashi’s appointment, Viking further strengthens […]
Read articleTailored for the Japan market, the program earned high scores across every category Viking Yidun Viking (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) conducted a survey of guests who sailed Viking Yidun during her inaugural Japan season from November 2024 through May 2025, and received an exceptionally high overall satisfaction score of 96%. Staff were rated at 95% and […]
Read articleTOKYO (December 2, 2024) Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced the successful completion of its first domestic coastal voyage tailored for Japanese travelers. Today’s announcement celebrates the work over the past 12 months to bring Viking’s award-winning destination-focused small ship experience to Japan and shows Viking’s dedication to delivering a truly unique experience tailored to […]
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