Tokyo Disney Resort (often called "Tokyo Disneyland") is one of three international "Disneylands" outside the US, the others being Disneyland Paris (aka "Euro Disney"), and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Tokyo Disney Resort, which opened in 1983, is a popular and high-volume theme park. Though designed by the famed Walt Disney Imagineers in the style of the original Disneyland in California, Tokyo Disney Resort is the only Disney park not owned by the Walt Disney Company. Tokyo Disneyland has a sister theme park, Tokyo DisneySea, and several hotels.
Visitors to Tokyo Disneyland can explore seven themed areas, including the classic four "lands" from the original Disneyland in California: Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Adventureland, and Westernland (which has had a name change from "Frontierland"). Also familiar from Disneyland California are the Critter Country area and Mickey's Toon Town. A monorail moves people around the Resort.
To explore Tokyo Disneyland online, try these sources:
- About's Guide for Japan for Visitors has an introduction to Tokyo Disneyland and its hotels, plus extensive coverage of sister theme park, Tokyo DisneySea
- The official website for Tokyo Disney Resort includes park information, a guide, tips, and lots more.
- As with other Disney theme parks, visitors can also find many useful tips at "unofficial" fan sites. Check out Chris's Tokyo Disneyland Resort Fan Site which includes info, photos, and tips.
This brief profile is meant to introduce this destination to family vacationers; please note that the writer has not visited in person. Always check destination web sites for updates!