Mickey and friends invite you to Japan for a wild ride above and below ground! Tokyo Disney Resort lets you encounter the magic in two amusement parks: Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea.
Home to 330 attractions scattered across seven themed areas, Tokyo DisneySea is the first and only marine-themed Disney Park in the world where the essence of Disney, Tokyo, sea, and magic come together harmoniously.
With that, you can expect more heart-racing rides than the average Disneyland, but also tonnes of attractions suitable for kids!
What's special about DisneySea?
It's always a lovely time at Tokyo DisneySea with coastal-themed attractions, exciting rides, and cool snacks! Credits to @samanthatrix on Instagram
Tokyo Disney Sea captures the beauty of marine life that both kids and adults would appreciate.
Children will adore never-before-seen attractions like the Mermaid Lagoon with rides and snacks inspired by the Little Mermaid franchise. Adults, on the other hand, can explore the Mysterious Island with the thrilling Journey to the Center of the Earth volcano adventure, which is the main centrepiece in place of Cinderella's Castle.
To top off this fun-filled experience for the family, don't miss all the Tokyo DisneySea food options like Gyoza Dogs and Toy Story Mochi!
Here are some tips you need to take note of before heading to the theme park:
- Book a 1-Day Passport for your choice of Tokyo Disney Resort theme park for convenient entry.
- Download the Tokyo Disney Resort App to book restaurants, check wait times for DisneySea rides, and allow smooth navigation.
- Stay in one of the hotels surrounding the Tokyo DisneySea ports to make the most out of your visit.
Check out our curated list of family-friendly rides, snacks, and shows to try in Tokyo DisneySea:
- Jumpin' Jellyfish
- Nemo & Friends Searider
- Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull
- Toy Story Mania
- Sea Salt Monaka
- Toy Story Mochi
- Gyoza Dog
- Big Band Beat: A Special Treat
- The Magic Lamp Theater
- Let's Celebrate with Colors
Rides
Jumpin' Jellyfish
Larger-than-life jellyfish will take you up and down on this kid-friendly ride! Credits to @robobby on Flickr
Inside Triton's Kingdom at Mermaid Lagoon lies Jumpin' Jellyfish, a ride where you can hop on multicoloured jellyfish jumping up and down for a fun, kid-friendly time. The steady pace is suitable for young children, without any sudden drops or height restrictions. The Jumpin' Jellyfish ride also has a great birds-eye view of the other attractions.
Nemo and Friends Searider
All the fun starts under the sea at Nemo and Friends Searider! Credits to Klook
Can you really say you visited Tokyo DisneySea without a proper underwater adventure? Nemo and Friends Searider await you at Port Discovery to explore the world under the sea for a fun time with his friends and your family!
Take note that this ride only allows kids at least 90cm tall to proceed.
Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull
Brave the caves full of obstacles and booby traps! Credits to @roboppy on Flickr
Head over to Lost River Delta and experience a day in the life of Indiana Jones on this kid-friendly yet sufficiently riveting ride. Zoom through haunted tunnels and attacks from scarab beetles and mummies to complete the challenge!
Just make sure your children are at least 117cm tall.
Toy Story Mania
How many minigames can you win at Toy Story Mania? Credits to @cafetricot on Flickr
This fan-favourite ride has locations in Disney World and Disney California Adventure. At Tokyo DisneySea, Toy Story Mania is at the American Waterfront with an equally exciting game for kids and adults in a 4D world full of minigames with the whole Toy Story crew. Think you can beat your companions? Test your abilities in this fun combination of a ride and game!
Don't see your favourite ride on the list? Learn more about the best rides in Tokyo DisneySea here.
Food
Sea Salt Monaka
This cool treat for your eyes and tastebuds comes in a pretty shell form! Credits to Klook
You've heard of Mickey-shaped popsicles and ice cream sandwiches, but Mermaid Lagoon offers one of Disney's most creative sweet creations: a Sea Salt Monaka! Sea salt ice cream is sandwiched between two crispy shell wafers with a raspberry filling in the middle for a sweet, salty, and sour bite.
Toy Story Mochi
These green alien mochi are equally delicious as they are adorable! Credits to @stevenwang27 on Instagram
If you've done your research on what to eat at the Tokyo Disney Resorts, you've probably seen these green alien mochi pop up all over your searches. These adorable bites are filled with custard, chocolate, and strawberry filling with a chewy exterior from the mochi. You can find these at Mamma Biscotti Bakery at the Mediterranean Harbor.
Gyoza Dog
America has hotdogs, Japan has Gyoza dogs! Credits to @okkutty on Instagram
In line with creative and unique snacks, it's hard to beat the Gyoza Dog being exclusively sold in Nautilus Galley at Mysterious Island. It features a Japanese twist on a classic hotdog with steamed bun bread and minced pork filling, resembling a giant Gyoza dish.
For more incredibly creative dishes like this, check out more Tokyo DisneySea food options here!
Entertainment
Big Band Beat: A Special Treat
Mickey and friends present a concert of a lifetime! Credits to @tasutasu on Instagram
Mickey and friends are taking centre stage at the American Waterfront with a special swing jazz performance for all the Tokyo DisneySea guests. Watch Mickey jam it out on those drums with lively dance numbers from his pals!
This family-friendly show brings the Disney experience to another level.
Location: American Waterfront
The Magic Lamp Theater
Ready for a 3D show that puts the literal magic in Disney? Credits to @tokyodisneyresort_official on Instagram
Magic shows are fun and all, but how about when they're in 3D? Shaban, the greatest magician in the world, and Genie are performing the ultimate magic tricks in The Magic Lamp Theater at the Arabian Coast. Be captivated by the amazing visual and auditory effects of the show; we won't spoil any more details for you!
Location: Arabian Coast
Let's Celebrate with Colors
Every Disney theme park has its classic parade where all the cast members come together to greet all its guests. In Tokyo DisneySea, Mickey and friends are sailing across the Mediterranean Harbor in colourful outfits to the tune of the Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary theme song.
Don't miss this parade to get the full Disney experience!
Location: Mediterranean Harbor
Step into a world filled with underwater adventures, great food, and the familiar Disney magic.
Tokyo DisneySea offers a fun family experience with a mix of kid-friendly and thrilling rides, innovative twists on local cuisine in Japan, and beautiful coastal-themed attractions.
Written by: Celestine Chua
