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\nExplore Japan like never before aboard a PONANT EXPLORATIONS luxury small ship. Designed for elegance and intimacy, our vessels grant exclusive access to smaller, less-traveled ports \u2013 places where ancient traditions and modern brilliance quietly coexist. We invite you to step into Japan\u2019s inspiring story, from sacred Shinto shrines hidden in misty forests to gleaming glass towers that touch the sky.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Explore Japan\u2019s Sacred Shinto Shores<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Along Japan\u2019s intricate coastline lie some of the country\u2019s most revered spiritual sites \u2013 testaments to centuries-old Shinto beliefs. Shintoists, as they are sometimes called, believe in many gods, and that those gods inhabit all things. The religion has long shaped Japan\u2019s deep reverence for nature, harmony, and tradition. <\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a sampling of the shrines you\u2019ll visit during our Japan journeys.<\/p>\n
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Iki Island\u2019s Shinto Shrines<\/strong><\/p>\n
Tucked away in the Genkai Sea, Iki Island is one of the cradles of Shintoism. Over 150 Shinto shrines dot the island\u2019s lush hills and coastal cliffs. The most celebrated, Amanotanagao Shrine, stands at the top of 137 moss-covered steps. This ichi-no-miya \u2013 meaning \u201cfirst shrine\u201d to denote its importance \u2013 dates back some 1,200 years and is believed to be a gateway between the human and divine. The serene atmosphere, accompanied by whispering pines and distant waves, creates a sacred silence that invites quiet reflection.<\/p>\n
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Onomichi: Temples, Hills, and Harmony<\/strong><\/p>\n
Known for its poetic landscapes and meditative temple walks, Onomichi hosts several Shinto shrines that are beautifully integrated into the town\u2019s steep hillsides. Several were spared from destruction during World War II bombing, so you\u2019ll see them in their original state. Three of them stand out: Senk\u014d-ji, with its sweeping view over the town; Saikoku-ji with its three-storied pagoda; and Jod\u014d-ji with its eleven-faced statue of the goddess Guanyin. The views across the Seto Inland Sea are reminders of the deep harmony between land, sea, and spirit.<\/p>\n
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Toba\u2019s Ise Grand Shrine<\/strong><\/p>\n
Considered one of Japan\u2019s most sacred Shinto sites, Ise Jing\u016b in Toba is an awe-inspiring complex dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and the grain goddess Toyouke-hime. The shrine is rebuilt every 20 years in accordance with the Shinto principles of renewal known as tokowaka \u2013 an architectural ritual dating back over 1,300 years. Walking through its towering cypress gates, past gravel paths, and wooden torii, is a humbling experience that connects you to Japan\u2019s spiritual heart.<\/p>\n
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Shingu\u2019s Kumano Hong\u016b Taisha & Kumano Hayatama Taisha<\/strong><\/p>\n
In the verdant mountains of Shingu, these two grand shrines are part of the UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Surrounded by ancient cedar forests and rushing rivers, Kumano Hong\u016b Taisha sits on a forested plateau, while Kumano Hayatama Taisha rests near the mouth of the Kumano River. Pilgrims and visitors alike are drawn to the mystical energy of these sacred spaces, where every moss-covered stone seems to hold an ancient imperial secret.<\/p>\n
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Miyazaki-jing\u016b: Echoes of Japan\u2019s Mythological Past<\/strong><\/p>\n
Dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, the legendary first emperor of Japan, Miyazaki-jing\u016b is enveloped in ancient forest despite that it sits in the heart of the city. The shrine\u2019s unpainted cedar buildings blend seamlessly into their surroundings, giving a sense that it is in harmony with the woodlands. The sense of peace here can be profound \u2013 there\u2019s little sound beyond the rustling of trees and the soft tapping of footsteps on the stone path.<\/p>\n
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Nagasaki\u2019s Suwa Shrine<\/strong><\/p>\n
Perched above the city on the slopes of Mt. Tamazono, Suwa Shrine in Nagasaki is not only a religious center but also a symbol of resilience. Built in the early 17th century, it played a vital role in preserving Shinto traditions during times of religious suppression. It also survived the bombing of Nagasaki at the end of World War II. Many point out that its location on the mountain\u2019s southern slope saved it. Others believe a more divine intervention was at work. Avid walkers can climb the 277 stairs that lead to the shrine complex.<\/p>\n
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Discover Japan\u2019s Modern Marvels<\/h3>\n
Japan\u2019s coastline doesn\u2019t just whisper echoes from the past \u2013 it hums with innovation, style, and architectural daring. Whether you\u2019re gazing at skyline reflections or sampling sushi at sunset, Japan is brimming with modern wonders, too.<\/p>\n
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Skyscrapers & Fish Markets<\/strong><\/p>\n
In cities like Osaka and Kobe, skyscrapers dwarf bustling neighborhoods like soaring sentinels from Japan\u2019s rapid 20th-century progress. In downtowns across the archipelago, towering neon signs turn nights into multi-colored days, and high-speed shinkansen trains whisk business and leisure travelers from hub to hub. Many city shrines seem out of place amid the cities and hi-tech bustle that have grown up around them. But make no mistake: They play as important a role in any metropolis as karaoke bars and shopping malls.<\/p>\n
For all the sights and scents that transport you back to Japan\u2019s traditional fishing culture, the local fish markets are a modern wonder, too. In cities throughout the nation, chefs and fishmongers trade in the freshest catch \u2013 many accepting payment by phone apps in place of crinkled paper yen. It\u2019s a feast for all the senses, from colorful slippery seafood to sizzling food counters serving up sea urchin, grilled squid, and just-made sushi.<\/p>\n
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The Art of the Garden: Korakuen & Yushien<\/strong><\/p>\n
Japan\u2019s gardens are masterpieces of design, blending water, stone, and seasonal flora to create living paintings. At Korakuen Garden in Okayama, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, stroll among wide lawns, tranquil ponds, and winding paths whose blooms change with the seasons. You can also explore Yushien Garden in Matsue, a dazzle of peonies in spring and irises in summer, all in a stunning water garden.
<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Seto Ohashi Bridge<\/strong><\/p>\n
Spanning more than eight miles across the Seto Inland Sea, the Seto Ohashi Bridge is a breathtaking feat of engineering. Comprising six individual bridges, it connects Okayama to Kagawa and serves both trains and cars. This giant structure \u2013 especially at sunset \u2013 offers panoramic views that are at once industrial and ethereal.
<\/strong><\/p>\nMoji\u2019s Architectural Legacy<\/strong><\/p>\n
The coastal town of Moji stands as a living museum of Meiji-era modernization. Walking through its streets reveals perfectly preserved Western-style buildings from the early 20th century \u2013 banks, customs houses, and train stations that speak to Japan\u2019s international emergence. In fact, the train station in town was modelled after Rome\u2019s Termini Station. Caf\u00e9s and galleries now occupy these charming buildings, bridging history and modernity with grace and sophistication.<\/p>\n
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Set sail into a land of Contrast and Harmony<\/strong><\/p>\n
With PONANT<\/a>, every journey into the Japanese archipelago is a study in contrasts \u2013 between the sacred and the secular, the serene and the spectacular. Let our expertly curated Japan itineraries transport you to breathtaking coastal treasures, where ancient shrines whisper centuries-old prayers and modern marvels celebrate human ingenuity.<\/p>\n
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Reserve Your Place on This Unforgettable Voyage<\/h3>\n
Our Voyage Along the Great Lakes<\/a> is an unparalleled opportunity to explore the grandeur of the world\u2019s largest freshwater lake system. Secure your preferred date now and be among the privileged few to witness it all in the comfort and elegance of a PONANT luxury small ship, with the immeasurable insights of accompanying Smithsonian Journeys Experts.<\/p>\n
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Reserve your stateroom and set sail for Japan<\/p>\n
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A cruise through Japan will take you to the heart of this cultural crossroads, where ancient traditions meet modern innovations. Mediaeval relics, historic temples, and ancestral rites are scattered throughout the futuristic cities and global urban centers of Japan.<\/p>\n
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Rencontre avec une photographe dont les clich\u00e9s sont les t\u00e9moins d\u2019un monde fascinant.<\/h2>
Depuis 13 ans, Nathalie Michel est l\u2019une des signatures images de PONANT. Escales vous propose de faire un retour sur un parcours hors norme, qui met en lumi\u00e8re une fa\u00e7on unique de travailler, \u00e0 travers le monde. Curiosit\u00e9, respect des sujets et des animaux, amour du voyage et des tr\u00e9sors les plus recul\u00e9s de la plan\u00e8te guident Nathalie Michel dans sa fa\u00e7on de regarder le monde.<\/p><\/blockquote>
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Comment avez-vous choisi la photographie de voyage ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> Je suis tomb\u00e9e un peu par hasard sur ce m\u00e9tier qu\u2019est la photographie<\/strong>, et pour lequel j\u2019ai eu un v\u00e9ritable coup de foudre<\/strong>. Je m\u2019y suis retrouv\u00e9e dans la passion<\/strong>, l\u2019envie de partager, de t\u00e9moigner. L\u2019amour de la mer, l\u2019envie d\u2019embarquer, ont ensuite naturellement ax\u00e9 mon travail sur la photo de voyage<\/a>. Le monde maritime est tr\u00e8s fort selon les conditions que l\u2019on peut avoir de temp\u00eate<\/a>, de lumi\u00e8re, et m\u00eame si \u00e7a ne transpara\u00eet pas par la photo, d\u2019odeur. Ce sont des ambiances<\/strong> chaque jour renouvel\u00e9es.<\/p>
Et puis, pour moi c\u2019est important d\u2019apprendre tout le temps sur les peuples, la faune, la flore. Ce qui pourrait d\u00e9finir le mieux ce m\u00e9tier, c\u2019est la curiosit\u00e9<\/strong>, la passion<\/strong> et l\u2019envie de partager<\/strong>. J\u2019ai la chance de voyager sur tous les continents. Je peux communiquer sur les connaissances et la beaut\u00e9 du monde aupr\u00e8s des gens qui ne peuvent pas voir tout cela.<\/p>
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Comment ce m\u00e9tier vous a amen\u00e9e chez Ponant ?<\/strong><\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> J\u2019ai eu la chance d\u2019embarquer il y a d\u00e9j\u00e0 25 ans pour une autre compagnie. Et puis, le monde de la mer<\/strong> passe de fa\u00e7on incontournable par PONANT<\/a>. Certains de mes amis y travaillaient d\u00e9j\u00e0 et m\u2019ont invit\u00e9e \u00e0 les rejoindre en promettant que j\u2019allais y trouver ma place. Je ne cache pas qu\u2019au d\u00e9but j\u2019ai peut-\u00eatre embarqu\u00e9 en me disant : \u00ab Je vais faire un an ou deux \u00bb. Finalement, je n\u2019ai pas vu les treize derni\u00e8res ann\u00e9es passer ! J\u2019ai embarqu\u00e9 sur tous les navires : Le Diamant puis Le Bor\u00e9al<\/em><\/a>, L\u2019Austral<\/em><\/a>, Le Sol\u00e9al<\/em><\/a>, Le Lyrial<\/em><\/a>, et enfin Le Lap\u00e9rouse<\/em><\/a>, ce magnifique bateau, inaugur\u00e9 en juillet 2018. PONANT<\/strong>, c\u2019est une aventure qui avance vite, qui va loin. Et qui, je pense, nous permet de r\u00e9aliser toutes ces envies de voyages<\/strong> et de d\u00e9couvertes<\/strong> non-stop. J\u2019ai toujours envie d\u2019aller plus loin. Ce qui est passionnant dans mon m\u00e9tier, c\u2019est de se dire que la plus belle photo, c\u2019est celle que l\u2019on fera demain.<\/p>
Aujourd\u2019hui, combien de photographes et de vid\u00e9astes \u00e9voluent au sein de la flotte Ponant ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> On a eu la chance de d\u00e9marrer sur Le Diamant<\/strong>, avec mon mari, Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric, qui est vid\u00e9aste. Nous \u00e9tions une petite \u00e9quipe. Puis, avec l\u2019av\u00e8nement des nouveaux navires<\/strong>, il a fallu recruter et former les gens. Nous recherchons des profils toujours aussi passionn\u00e9s, impliqu\u00e9s, avec une soif de d\u00e9couverte constante. Aujourd\u2019hui, nous avons dix photographes et vid\u00e9astes<\/strong> sur les navires. A l\u2019horizon 2021, on parle de 30 photographes<\/strong> et cam\u00e9raman embarqu\u00e9s.<\/p>
L\u2019objectif est de faire vivre le Studio Ponant<\/a>, cr\u00e9\u00e9 en 2016, et compos\u00e9 d\u2019une banque d\u2019images, d\u2019une phototh\u00e8que. Il a pour but de v\u00e9hiculer l\u2019image PONANT<\/strong> et d\u2019apporter une visibilit\u00e9 \u00e0 la compagnie partout dans le monde. Ces photos sont en effet utilis\u00e9es sur les r\u00e9seaux sociaux, dans nos brochures\u2026 Le Studio Ponant, c\u2019est l\u2019ADN images<\/strong> de Ponant tant au niveau photos que vid\u00e9os.<\/p>
Quelle est la vie et l\u2019emploi du temps d\u2019un photographe ou vid\u00e9aste \u00e0 bord ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> D\u00e8s le premier jour de la croisi\u00e8re, quand les passagers arrivent, nous sommes pr\u00e9sents. Nous sommes l\u00e0 pour tracer l\u2019histoire<\/strong> de leur croisi\u00e8re. Nous immortalisons l\u2019accueil avec le Commandant, la premi\u00e8re poign\u00e9e de main, le premier contact avec le navire. Puis, on continue par le d\u00e9roul\u00e9 classique : les consignes de s\u00e9curit\u00e9, le premier cocktail du Commandant, avec les tenues de gala<\/a>, l\u2019esprit de la croisi\u00e8re \u00e0 la fran\u00e7aise<\/strong>, ses coutumes, son apparat.<\/p>
Et surtout, que l\u2019on soit en croisi\u00e8re d\u2019exp\u00e9dition ou pas, on va tr\u00e8s vite d\u00e9couvrir la destination. Nous immortalisons tous les temps forts<\/strong> : paysages, faune et flore, rencontres avec des peuples, d\u00e9couvertes de l\u2019artisanat local\u2026 Les passagers pourront les retrouver sur un DVD retra\u00e7ant l\u2019histoire compl\u00e8te de ce voyage, nourrie des interviews des conf\u00e9renciers, des naturalistes, des Commandants. Un tr\u00e8s beau Best Of photo<\/strong> reprend \u00e9galement l\u2019int\u00e9gralit\u00e9 de ces temps forts.<\/p>
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Comment conciliez-vous votre travail de photographe avec celui des naturalistes ou m\u00eame la pr\u00e9sence des passagers ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> Nous travaillons forc\u00e9ment avec les naturalistes<\/a> et les conf\u00e9renciers pour conna\u00eetre les noms de certains animaux, des histoires, des lieux, qui peuvent \u00eatre racont\u00e9s en images. Ils nous aident \u00e9norm\u00e9ment pour toutes nos l\u00e9gendes. Il y a un vrai travail d\u2019\u00e9quipe<\/strong> \u00e0 bord.<\/p>
Lors des croisi\u00e8res d\u2019exp\u00e9dition, nous participons aux briefings que le chef d\u2019exp\u00e9dition fait aux naturalistes avant chaque d\u00e9barquement. Les \u00e9quipes photos et vid\u00e9os partent avec le premier Zodiac mis \u00e0 l\u2019eau. Les naturalistes font un rep\u00e9rage de terrain<\/strong> pour assurer la s\u00e9curit\u00e9 des passagers, pour prot\u00e9ger les zones o\u00f9 sont les animaux. Les photographes et cam\u00e9raman les accompagnent. Nous prenons des clich\u00e9s dont ils se serviront lors des r\u00e9unions de fin de journ\u00e9e. Mais aussi, \u00e9videmment pour saisir des instants d\u2019exception<\/strong>, d\u2019un albatros sur son nid, d\u2019une colonie d\u2019otarie. On voit la m\u00eame chose que nos passagers, mais notre travail d\u2019image n\u00e9cessite notre pr\u00e9sence en avance sur le terrain.<\/p>
Quand vous prenez une photo, qu\u2019est-il essentiel de partager ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> Quand on parle de photographe et vid\u00e9aste professionnel, le minimum que l\u2019on attend, c\u2019est la qualit\u00e9 des images<\/strong>. Pour moi, les plus belles photos ne seront pas les plus techniquement parfaites. L\u00e0 o\u00f9 le photographe de terrain est bon, c\u2019est quand il transmet une \u00e9motion<\/strong>, quand il capture quelque chose de sensible de l\u2019animal, qui peut nous amuser, nous secouer. Concernant, les paysages, il faut en trouver une essence particuli\u00e8re<\/a>, apporter un \u0153il artistique. Il faut savoir regarder et transmettre, partager, \u00e9mouvoir<\/strong>.<\/p>
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Comment se passe la rencontre avec des populations au bout du monde, quand on a un appareil photo dans les mains ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel<\/strong> : Partout dans le monde, au Groenland<\/a> ou en Oc\u00e9anie, lors de la cr\u00e9ation des croisi\u00e8res<\/a>, les chefs d\u2019exp\u00e9dition entrent en contact avec des chefs coutumiers ou des repr\u00e9sentants des peuples visit\u00e9s. Ils leur indiquent le nombre de personnes qui d\u00e9barqueront, ils leur demandent ce qu\u2019on peut faire ou non pour respecter<\/strong> leur mode de vie. Nous sommes pr\u00e9sents lors de cette phase. Nous leur demandons quelles sont leurs limites afin de ne pas perturber leurs vies.<\/p>
En ce qui me concerne, j\u2019ai beaucoup de facilit\u00e9s \u00e0 entrer en contact avec des gens dont je ne parle pas la langue. Une chose est s\u00fbre, c\u2019est que jamais je n\u2019\u00e9tablis de premier contact en mettant mon objectif entre la personne et moi. Il faut prendre connaissance<\/strong> de l\u2019autre, prendre conscience<\/strong> de l\u2019autre, dans un \u00e9change. C\u2019est ensuite que vient l\u2019envie de faire la photo. L\u00e0, je demande une autorisation ; et je respecte si on me dit non. Parce qu\u2019un portrait r\u00e9ussi ne peut \u00eatre beau que si on a le consentement<\/strong> de l\u2019autre. M\u00eame si le regard n\u2019est pas direct, il y a des fous rires, des attitudes\u2026 J\u2019ai d\u2019ailleurs intitul\u00e9 une s\u00e9rie de photos \u00ab Quand Ponant regarde le monde, le monde lui sourit \u00bb, parce que nous avons un int\u00e9r\u00eat<\/strong>, un respect<\/strong>, et une envie de partage<\/strong> avec les gens. On ne vient pas dans le but de les exploiter, de commercialiser, et ils le sentent.<\/p>
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Quel est le plus beau compliment que l\u2019on peut vous faire sur une photo ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> Je n\u2019ai pas forc\u00e9ment envie qu\u2019on me dise \u00ab Oh, c\u2019est une belle photo<\/em> \u00bb ! Je pr\u00e9f\u00e8re qu\u2019on me dise : \u00ab Cette photo-l\u00e0 m\u2019a donn\u00e9 des frissons<\/strong><\/em> \u00bb. J\u2019aime v\u00e9hiculer des \u00e9motions, faire resurgir des souvenirs, \u00e0 travers un portrait, un paysage.<\/p>
Quel est votre plus beau souvenir de voyage ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> J\u2019en ai beaucoup, mais surtout, j\u2019ai fait des rencontres humaines<\/strong> qui m\u2019ont boulevers\u00e9e. L\u2019important, ce n\u2019est pas d\u2019avoir fait trois fois le tour du monde, c\u2019est d\u2019\u00eatre libre d\u2019aller partout dans le monde, de le faire et de mesurer cette chance<\/strong>. Je peux me dire : \u00ab Aujourd\u2019hui je suis au pied du Corcovado au Br\u00e9sil<\/a>, hier j\u2019\u00e9tais sur un glacier en Antarctique<\/a>, demain je suis au Kamchatka<\/strong> avec les orques, \u00e0 l\u2019extr\u00e9mit\u00e9 est de la Russie<\/em> \u00bb.<\/p>
Existe-t-il un lieu que vous n\u2019avez pas encore explor\u00e9 et qui vous fait r\u00eaver ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel : L\u2019Afrique<\/strong> est mon continent de c\u0153ur, qui m\u2019\u00e9meut vraiment. Apr\u00e8s, m\u00eame les pays que j\u2019ai d\u00e9j\u00e0 visit\u00e9s ont toujours quelque chose de nouveau \u00e0 offrir. Tout d\u00e9pend de l\u2019\u00e2ge auquel on y va, de la p\u00e9riode \u00e0 laquelle on y va, mais on y trouve toujours un int\u00e9r\u00eat. Petite, je demandais : \u00ab Qu\u2019est-ce qui se passe ailleurs ? \u00bb Cette envie est toujours pr\u00e9sente, in\u00e9puisable.<\/p>
Quels sont vos prochains projets ?<\/h3>
Nathalie Michel :<\/strong> Dans cet esprit de partage de mon travail, j\u2019ai co-\u00e9crit avec St\u00e9phane Niveau, le premier tome d\u2019une s\u00e9rie de livres photo voyage : Cap au Nord<\/em>, sur l\u2019Arctique. Je suis en train d\u2019\u00e9crire Cap au Sud<\/em>.<\/p>
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Les essentiels de Nathalie Michel<\/h2>
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Impossible de choisir ! J\u2019ai eu un gros coup de c\u0153ur pour les deux ! C\u2019est tellement diff\u00e9rent !<\/p>2. Quel est l\u2019accessoire indispensable \u00e0 un photographe de terrain ?<\/strong>
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