Princess Cruises has announced that its specialty sushi restaurant, Makoto Ocean, will be added to the Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess ships starting in Fall 2025. The restaurant, led by Chef Makoto Okuwa, first opened on Sun Princess in 2024 and is scheduled to debut on Star Princess in October 2025.
Makoto Ocean offers Edomae-style sushi, a tradition from Tokyo dating back to the 1820s that uses vinegared rice and fresh fish. Chef Okuwa brings over 25 years of experience and aims to provide a modern take on this classic style. The menu includes dishes such as truffle salmon, snow crab temaki, and toro tartare. Guests can also order cocktails like the Genmai Negroni and Kodai No Hana.
Sami Kohen, Vice President of Food and Beverage at Princess Cruises, said: “The expansion of Makoto Ocean is exceptionally meaningful as we bring a guest favorite to those sailing to other regions around the world. Makoto Ocean reflects the elegance and authenticity of Japanese cuisine our guests will enjoy across Japan.”
Chef Okuwa has restaurants in several cities including Miami Beach, Washington D.C., Vail, Sao Paulo, Madrid, and Panama City. He has appeared on Iron Chef America and has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation.
“It’s a true honor to bring Makoto Ocean to Diamond and Sapphire Princess as they sail through the waters of my homeland and beyond,” said Chef Makoto Okuwa. “Sharing the spirit, tradition, and flavors of Japan with Princess guests is a deeply personal and meaningful opportunity for me.”
Makoto Ocean will replace Kai Sushi aboard Diamond Princess. The venue will be located on Deck 7 of both ships with seating for 80 guests. Dining costs $60 per person but is included for those with the Princess Premier Package.
Princess Cruises operates worldwide with destinations including Antarctica, Southeast Asia, Japan, Europe, Alaska, Australia/New Zealand, South America, Hawaii, Canada/New England, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Panama Canal and more (https://www.princess.com/learn/why-princess/about-princess-cruises/). The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc.
For more information about reservations or dining options aboard Diamond Princess or Sapphire Princess visit www.princess.com or contact a travel advisor.
