Everyone loves Disney. Japanese people also love Disney. In fact, they love it so much they have two Disney theme parks right next to each other; DisneySea and Disneyland. Both are just a half hour train ride from Tokyo, and both are top spots for GaijinPot’s Top 5 theme parks in Japan.
More geared to adults, DisneySea is a magical place where you can get the thrill of classic rides such as Tower of Terror and Journey to the Centre of the Earth but also have your picture taken with Donald Duck and co. To top it all is the fascinating cultural insight into Japan’s obsession with all things cute and childlike – seriously, it’s a very cool thing to witness.
The first thing you’ll probably notice is how groups of people have gone to a lot of effort to coordinate their outfits and matching accessories around one character or movie. Not to mention, if you go in rainy season or are just unlucky, irresistibly cute rain ponchos with mouse ears appear out of nowhere. That’s magic.
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Depending on what time of year you plan on visiting, there are themed shows (such as Halloween, Christmas, Easter etc) that are usually worth staking out a decent seat along the beautifully scenic Mediterranean Harbour.
The quintessential Disney show, is on throughout the year, usually in conjunction with other shows. Don your matching Toy Story Alien hats and munch on some Toy Story Alien dumplings while watching Mickey battle Disney’s most terrifying villains. Disney buff or not, it’s great fun.
As well as a host of rides that can be enjoyed by even the most hardcore thrill-seekers, DisneySea also has a thrillingly impressive collection of gift shops and restaurants. Photo by Dani.
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, “Be prepared!” It’s a good idea to sort tickets in advance rather than hoping for the best on the day. That way you can turn up and get the Disney party started without having to line up at the booths.
With every ticket purchased you’ll get up to three FASTPASS entrances at no extra charge that can each be used within an allotted time period. If you know exactly which rides will have long, long queues (a.k.a Journey to the Centre of the Earth or Toy Story) and have a battle-plan in place, these help minimise your queue time immensely. All you need to do is go up to the designated ticket booths at your selected ride and hold your ticket under the reader. Then go back to the ride during the time period printed and smugly bypass the normal queuers. You can also reserve your FASTPASS entrances up to one month in advance if you book tickets online.
Next door, Tokyo Disneyland is more reserved for younger customers with less roller coasters and more child-friendly attractions. Sadly, no beer on offer here.
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A One-Day Passport will set you back ¥7, 600 or you can purchase a Two-Day Passport with entrance to DisneyLand as well for ¥13, 200. All rides are included, you will only need to bring extra money for the gift shops or for food, both of which are very reasonably priced.
Tickets can be booked online via the official website. E-tickets can be printed at home, or normal tickets can be delivered for a small fee.
Tokyo DisneySea is ridiculously easy to access. Direct trains can be taken from Shinjuku, Tokyo, Narita and Haneda Airports, Akihabara, Shinagawa and Yokohama to JR Maihama station (in Chiba prefecture). From Maihama station, go out of the South Exit and head left to the Resort Gateway station.
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A monorail links all of the resort destinations, including Disneyland, as well as Bayside where you’ll find the resort hotels. The first train leaves at 6:00 from the Resort Gateway station; the last train is at 23:55, with trains departing every 4 to 13 minutes. More details can be found on the official resort website.
18 different train stations also offer bus services to the Disney resort just within the Greater Tokyo area. Check the resort website to find out more about these, and bus access from elsewhere in Japan.Tokyo DisneySea is very unique to Japan. In fact, it is the only amusement park of its calibre in the entire world. It takes inspiration from Disney characters, and it takes marine-themed entertainment to a whole new level. As an amusement park enthusiast, I knew I had to include this in my itinerary.
I grew up going to theme parks with my family during summer vacations. I would always think of it as a reward for all my hard work after a tough school year. I've been to some theme parks around the world, but the most memorable ones are Knotts Berry Farm (USA), Universal Studios (Osaka) and Hong Kong Disneyland.
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During my previous trips to Japan, my family and I weren't able to visit Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea. I researched about both parks, which were under the Disney company, and it didn't take long for me to decide on which one I wanted to visit.
From what I knew, Tokyo DisneySea is akin to Japan's take on amusement parks. I was expecting a lot of locals in the park, and Japanese-inspired rides.
Before my Tokyo trip, I made sure that I bought a DisneySea ticket (Adult) online from the official website for 7000 Yen (66 USD). Klook was offering tickets at a discounted price, but when I checked its availability, the DisneySea tickets were sold out. The difference wasn't that much, though.
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On my second day in Tokyo, I remember that I woke up really early (6 am) to prepare for my trip to Tokyo DisneySea. It was an hour away from my hotel, and it involved some train transfers as well. From Maihama station, I was able to ride the Resort Line to Tokyo DisneySea.
I got a bit lost; I ended up in Tokyo Disneyland, but I was able to find my way after a few minutes of going in circles.
I was sooo excited. I couldn't contain my joy when I went inside the park. I literally fangirled over everything. Truly, visiting theme parks always brings out the child in me.
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The first thing I saw when I went inside was this huge globe, like the one at Universal Studios. I'm very thankful for this kind Japanese student who took a photo of me here.
And now, for the main attraction- the rides! I honestly had no plan on which ride to prioritize. I sort of just winged it when I got there.
The first ride I lined up for was The Tower of Terror. The line was very long, even though I arrived early at 10 am. I tried getting a fast pass, but the time slot I got was 4 pm-5 pm. Instead, I queued up and waited for two hours for the ride.
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The line at the Tower of Terror. Good thing I brought a refillable water bottle and snacks while waiting in the queue.
Basically, the plot revolves around a museum of ancient relics where an evil force resides. The other details are quite sinister and haunting, and the ride itself was *intense*. I did not expect my backpack to be flying in mid-air. Hahaha. This ride is definitely not for the faint of heart.
The next ride I lined up for was the Nemo Searider ride. Many kids were lining up for this ride, so I figured that it would be milder than the first one.
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I was not wrong. Although we were seated inside a theater with 3D glasses, the visuals and effects were stunning. Seeing as I grew up with Nemo, Marlin and Dory when I was young, the ride made me relive my childhood days.
I ate a late lunch afterwards. It was about 2 pm, and there were only stalls of cotton candy, popcorn and ice cream nearby. I wanted to eat a full meal, but when I looked at the menus of one of the restaurants, I balked at the prices.
A full meal inside a restaurant was 3000 Yen (USD 29) per person! My wallet was internally crying. Thankfully, I walked a bit to the medieval-looking castle flanked by a lot of old-era ships, and I saw a stall selling turkey legs for 800 Yen (8 USD).
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There was a long line of people, so I had to wait a bit. My wallet thanked me for it. The turkey leg was delicious and sumptuous. I couldn't finish the one I bought, because the serving size was huge.
After lunch, I started queuing up for Journey to the Center of the Earth, one of the most anticipated rides in the park. As a sci-fi enthusiast, my heart leap with joy as I saw the signage and the intricate details inside the cave as I lined up for the ride.
I don't regret waiting for an hour. The details inside the waiting area were beautifully mesmerizing. I couldn't help but constantly fangirl.
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The ride was amazing and awe-inspiring. I honestly don't think anything I write here will give justice to the feeling I felt during my time there. When you go to DisneySea, please make this ride a priority.
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