Plan your visit to Tokyo Disney Resort

Tokyo Disney Resort includes two distinct parks — Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea — plus shopping and dining at Ikspiari. Each park is large enough to fill a full day, with wait times for headline rides often reaching 60–150 minutes. A clear park choice, early arrival, and smart ride sequencing make the difference between a rushed visit and a smooth one.

Navigating your way

Two parks, high demand! But simple layouts if you plan ahead. Each park has themed 'lands/ports' arranged in loops, making clockwise or counterclockwise routes efficient.

🎠 Tokyo Disneyland

  • Start at World Bazaar → move toward either Fantasyland (family classics) or Tomorrowland (thrill rides).
  • Headliners first: Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast, The Happy Ride with Baymax, Splash Mountain.
  • Use the official app to monitor standby times and purchase Disney Premier Access for select rides.

🌊 Tokyo DisneySea

  • Circular layout around Mediterranean Harbor.
  • Move toward Fantasy Springs (if entry secured) or Journey to the Center of the Earth and Tower of Terror early.
  • DisneySea is larger and more immersive; allow extra walking time between ports.

Download the official Tokyo Disney Resort app for real-time waits, mobile ordering, show entry lotteries, and maps.

Explore better with a Disney strategy

With two full-scale parks and limited same-day ticket availability during peak seasons, guided planning or 1-day-1-park focus helps you avoid 2+ hour queues.

Park Hopper-style tickets are limited and time-restricted, so check eligibility before planning a dual-park day.

Pastel-colored building with pink roof and flowers at Tokyo Disney Resort.

How to make the most of your time

Visit typeDurationRouteWhat you get

Snapshot Disney day

6–7 hrs

Rope drop → Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast or Journey to the Center of the Earth → One major parade/show → Evening headliner repeat

Covers 2–3 marquee attractions and a signature show. Avoids peak 90–120 min standby queues.

Full park deep dive (single park focus)

10–12 hrs

Early headliners → Secondary rides mid-morning → Themed land exploration → Parade + nighttime spectacular

A complete park experience with rides, shows, and atmosphere. Expect 15,000–20,000 steps.

Two-park power strategy

10–12 hrs

Rope drop first park → 2–3 headliners → Resort Line transfer → Evening rides + night show in second park

Experience both parks in one day. Fast-paced but efficient if time is limited.

Handy tips

  • Arrive before opening: Guests line up 45–60 mins early; first hour has shortest waits.
  • Premier Access works: Popular rides sell out by noon on busy days.
  • Fantasy Springs rules: Entry may require Standby Pass or Premier Access.
  • Avoid weekends: Saturday waits regularly exceed 120 mins per headliner.
  • Check show lotteries: Entry-request system required for major indoor shows.
  • Re-entry allowed: Keep your ticket for same-day exit and return.

Explore Tokyo Disney Resort

Inside Tokyo Disney Resort, you’ll explore two distinct parks and entertainment areas, each offering a different style of Disney magic.

Tokyo Disneyland

Classic fairy-tale lands, parades, and family-friendly attractions built around timeless Disney storytelling.

What to look out for:
Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast, Splash Mountain, The Happy Ride with Baymax

Tokyo DisneySea

A nautical-themed park with cinematic design, thrill rides, and immersive “ports” inspired by global legends.

What to look out for:
Journey to the Center of the Earth, Tower of Terror, Fantasy Springs

Fantasy Springs

The newest themed port inside DisneySea, bringing Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan worlds to life.

What to look out for:
Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey, Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival, Peter Pan’s Never Land Adventure

Ikspiari

A lively shopping and dining complex outside the parks, ideal for meals, souvenirs, and evening strolls.

Before you get there

Timings

See peak hours, seasonal changes, and early entry windows.

Getting there

Compare train lines, airport buses, and parking options.

Shopping

Plan souvenir stops before end-of-day rush.

Events & shows

Check seasonal events and show schedules before booking.

Know before booking your Tokyo Disney Resort tickets

Choosing the right Tokyo Disney Resort ticket depends on how many parks you want to visit and how much time you have.

A 1-day admission (from ~¥8,900) gives unlimited access to rides, shows, and attractions inside one park, either Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea.

If you are choosing between parks, the experience differs clearly. Disneyland focuses on classic storytelling, parades, and family attractions. DisneySea offers more immersive design and bigger thrill rides. Each park can easily fill 10 to 12 hours, and popular attractions often post 90 to 150 minute waits on peak days.

The 1-day combo ticket provides access to both parks on the same day, subject to date-based availability. This option works best if your Tokyo itinerary allows only one Disney day. It requires prioritizing a few headliners rather than attempting to see everything.

Ticket prices follow variable date pricing. Weekends, holidays, and event periods are higher tiers and may sell out.

See the comparison table below to decide which option suits your plan.

Tokyo Disney Resort ticket types explained

Ticket typeWhat’s includedBest forPrice range

Disneyland 1-day admission

Unlimited rides and shows at Disneyland

Classic Disney experience

From ¥8,900

DisneySea 1-day admission

Unlimited rides and shows at DisneySea

Immersive thrill-focused park

From ¥8,972

1-day combo ticket

Access to both parks on same day

Seeing both parks in limited time

From ¥15,268

Tokyo Disney Resort timings & best time to visit

AttractionTimingsLast entryClosed on

Tokyo Disneyland

8:00 am to 10:00 pm*

At park closing

Rare maintenance days

Tokyo DisneySea

9:00 am to 9:00 pm*

At park closing

Rare maintenance days

Best time to visit

Weekday vs weekend

Tuesday to Thursday generally see lighter crowds. Wait times build from late morning onward, with peak congestion between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. Saturdays and public holidays record the longest standby times.

Peak season vs low season

March to early April, late July to August, Halloween, and Christmas are high-demand periods. Mid-January to early February, excluding holidays, is typically quieter.

For shorter queues and smoother park flow, choose a midweek date outside school holidays.

Where is Tokyo Disney Resort located?

Suspended monorail train traveling above a street in Chiba, Japan.

Tokyo Disney Resort is located in Maihama, Urayasu (Chiba Prefecture), just east of central Tokyo, along Tokyo Bay and next to JR Maihama Station.

Address: 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan | Find on Maps

Closest landmark: JR Maihama Station, 300 m away (5-minute walk)

How to go there

Train arriving at a platform in Japan, passengers waiting, Universal Studios Japan access.

By train: Take the JR Keiyo Line or JR Musashino Line to Maihama Station. The main entrance of Tokyo Disney Resort is about a 5-minute walk from the station. From Tokyo Station, the ride takes around 15–20 minutes.

From airports:

  • From Narita Airport, take the JR Narita Express to Tokyo Station, then transfer to the JR Keiyo Line (total 60–75 minutes).
  • From Haneda Airport, take the Airport Limousine Bus directly to the resort area (30–45 minutes depending on traffic).

Example route: Tokyo Station → Maihama Station (JR Keiyo Line, ~15 minutes).

Car parked in a designated hourly parking space in Japan.

Take the Shuto Expressway Bayshore Route (Route B) toward Urayasu and follow signs for Tokyo Disney Resort.

On-site parking is available at both parks. Standard car parking fees apply per day, and lots open before park opening time. During peak weekends and holidays, parking areas may reach capacity later in the morning.

Facilities

  • Guest relations: Ticket support, information, and lost property assistance.
  • Restrooms: Located throughout both parks, including accessible facilities.
  • Baby care centers: Nursing rooms, formula prep areas, diaper-changing stations.
  • Wheelchair rentals: Available near park entrances, subject to availability.
  • Merchandise shops: Large stores near exits and within themed lands.
  • Restaurants & quick-service outlets: Full-service dining and fast meals across parks.
  • Official mobile app: Real-time wait times, show entry requests, mobile ordering.
  • Lockers: Coin-operated lockers near entrances and Maihama Station.

Accessibility at Tokyo Disney Resort

General facilities

Accessibility support is available at Guest Relations near each park entrance. Priority viewing areas are designated for select parades and shows. Service animals are permitted. Attraction access details are listed in the official guide map and app.

Physical disabilities

Both parks are largely step-free with ramps and accessible restrooms throughout. Wheelchairs and electric convenience vehicles are available for rent near entrances, subject to availability. Many attractions offer alternate boarding procedures.

Hearing impairments

Assistive listening devices are available for select attractions and shows. Written safety instructions are provided where required. Details can be obtained at Guest Relations.

Visual impairments

Braille guidebooks are available at Guest Relations. Cast Members provide verbal ride instructions and boarding assistance. Service animals are allowed in most applicable areas.

Rules and restrictions

  • Entry requires a valid dated 1-Day Passport; security screening applies.
  • Large suitcases, hard-shell luggage, and oversized items are not permitted.
  • Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and drones are prohibited inside parks.
  • Outside alcohol is not allowed; food policies are subject to park guidelines.
  • Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is permitted only in designated smoking areas.
  • Costumes are restricted outside officially designated event periods.
  • Photography is allowed for personal use; commercial filming requires permission.
  • Re-entry is permitted on the same day with a valid ticket and hand stamp.
  • Only service animals are permitted inside the parks.

Dress code

There is no strict religious dress code at Tokyo Disney Resort. Casual attire is permitted throughout both parks.

Clothing with offensive language or imagery may result in denied entry. Costumes are restricted outside officially designated event periods.

Expect 15,000 to 20,000 steps daily. Wear supportive footwear. Summers are hot and humid, while evenings near the waterfront can feel windy in cooler months.

Rain gear is recommended during the June to July rainy season, when sudden showers are common.

Where to shop

Grand Emporium (World Bazaar, Tokyo Disneyland)

The largest merchandise store in the park, offering character plush toys, limited-edition collectibles, seasonal merchandise, and apparel.

Emporio (Mediterranean Harbor, Tokyo DisneySea)

Main DisneySea retail hub featuring nautical-themed souvenirs, accessories, stationery, and exclusive park items.

Fantasy Springs Gifts (Fantasy Springs, DisneySea)

Themed merchandise inspired by Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan, including toys, costumes, and character goods.

Ikspiari Shops (Outside park gates)

Branded retail stores selling Disney merchandise, lifestyle goods, and souvenir items without park entry.

Where to eat

Queen of Hearts Banquet Hall

Wonderland-themed counter-service restaurant with themed dishes and desserts.

Blue Bayou Restaurant

Table-service dining with French/Creole-style menu in a unique setting overlooking the Pirates of the Caribbean bayou

Magellan’s

Table-service restaurant with globally inspired cuisine and wine in a themed environment.

Vulcania

A themed counter-service restaurant inside Mount Prometheus offering Asian-inspired quick meals and an atmospheric dining experience.

Where to stay

Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

Iconic Disney hotel right next to the park entrance with themed rooms and character atmosphere.

Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta

Immersive resort hotel built into DisneySea’s Mediterranean Harbor area, with direct park views.

Disney Ambassador Hotel

Stylish resort hotel with themed décor and easy access to both parks.

Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama

Premium bayfront hotel near Maihama Station with family rooms and resort atmosphere.

Frequently asked questions about visiting Tokyo Disney Resort

A full day per park is typical; trying both in one day is possible but requires prioritizing headliners.