# Naha Port cruise terminal construction

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/naha-port-cruise-terminal-construction
> Updated: 2026-10-06T11:05:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Construction has commenced on a new cruise terminal at Naha Port in Okinawa, Japan. The project is being managed by Cruise Port Naha G. K., a joint venture between CTL Maritime and RCL Cruises Ltd., which represents the interests of MSC Cruises and the Royal Caribbean Group.

The development follows a Cruise Hub Formation Agreement signed in August 2026 with the Naha Port Authority. The facility is intended to accommodate modern, advanced cruise ships and enhance the port’s capacity to serve as an international cruise hub in East Asia. 

Scheduled to begin operations in March 2028, the terminal aims to bolster regional tourism and maritime connectivity in line with Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism designations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Naha, Okinawa begins construction on new cruise terminal

Construction has started on a new cruise terminal in Naha, Okinawa, to boost cruise tourism in Japan and East Asia. The facility is expected to be operational by March 2028.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/naha-okinawa-begins-construction-on-new-cruise-terminal

### 2026-10-04: Royal Caribbean and MSC Cruises break ground on Naha terminal

Royal Caribbean and MSC Cruises have begun construction on a new cruise terminal at Naha Port in Okinawa, Japan, scheduled to open in March 2028 to boost regional tourism.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/armani-launches-luxury-clothing-line-for-dogs

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