Diamond Princess expands culinary offering with two new specialty restaurants

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Makoto Ocean and the Crown Grill debut for the 2026 Asia and Japan season, further enhancing Princess Cruises’ dining experience at sea

Princess Cruises has introduced two new specialty dining venues on board Diamond Princess, marking a significant upgrade to the ship’s culinary portfolio ahead of the 2026 Japan season. Guests can now enjoy Makoto Ocean, featuring refined Japanese cuisine, alongside the cruise line’s signature steakhouse Crown Grill. Reservations are open for all upcoming sailings.

Makoto Ocean brings Edomae sushi to Diamond Princess

Located on Deck 7, Makoto Ocean introduces the Edomae-style sushi of renowned Chef Makoto Okuwa to Diamond Princess. The restaurant previously premiered on Sun Princess and Star Princess and now extends its concept to the Asia-based fleet. The menu highlights include truffle salmon, snow crab temaki and toro tartare, complemented by handcrafted cocktails inspired by Japanese flavours. Signature drinks such as the Genmai Negroni and Kodai No Hana, which blends yuzu juice with traditional Doburoku sake, underline the venue’s focus on authenticity and craftsmanship. The concept reflects Princess Cruises’ emphasis on globally inspired, high-end dining experiences.

Crown Grill returns as a guest favourite

Also new to Diamond Princess is the award-winning Crown Grill, located in the former Savoy Dining Room on Deck 5. Long established as a guest favourite across the Princess fleet, the steakhouse specialises in premium aged beef, chops and fresh seafood. The setting combines an elegant atmosphere with attentive service, and Crown Grill has consistently been recognised among the best cruise ship steakhouses at sea.

Both Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill are priced at 55 US dollars per person and are included for guests who book the Princess Premier package.

Strengthening the Asia and Japan programme

“With Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill now onboard Diamond Princess, and also recently added onboard sister ship Sapphire Princess, we’re proud to enhance the guest experience as Diamond Princess sails across Asia and as we look ahead to our dual-ship Japan season in 2027,” said Sami Kohen, Vice President Food and Beverage at Princess Cruises.

Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess share a special connection to the region, as both ships were built in Japan, underscoring Princess Cruises’ long-standing presence in Asia.

Sailing Asia today, expanding Japan tomorrow

Diamond Princess is currently operating roundtrip sailings from Singapore, offering itineraries across Southeast Asia with ports of call in destinations such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, before returning to Japan.

Looking ahead, Princess Cruises will mark a milestone in 2027 with its most extensive Japan season to date. For the first time, Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess will sail from the Tokyo region throughout the entire season. The March to December 2027 programme comprises 78 departures across 50 itineraries, ranging from seven to 28 days, representing the cruise line’s largest-ever Japan deployment. The 2027 Japan season is already open for booking.