The average wait time at Tokyo Disneyland is 60-90 minutes for popular attractions.
This guide combines Premier Access (Paid Fast Pass) and Open Run Route to save a total of more than 3 hours on waiting time.
Tokyo Disneyland route plan that saves a total of 3 hours of waiting time
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
A perfect strategy for Disneyland. From open runs to fireworks, the route is designed in minutes. Required installation of the Tokyo Disney Resort official app. Premier access can be purchased on the same day through the app (1,500-2,000 yen/time). If you are planning a trip around Tokyo, we recommend the JR Tokyo Wide Pass (3-day pass).
From open runs to fireworks, movement routes designed in minutes
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Arrival at Maihama Station & waiting to enter. 5 minutes walk from Maihama Station on the JR Keiyo Line to the entrance of Disneyland. You must wait in front of the gate at least 15 minutes before opening at 8:00. Even if there is already a line, don't panic. Open run movement is the key. Suica/Pasmo or JR Tokyo Wide Pass can be used. If you plan to depart early in the morning, we recommend staying at a hotel near Maihama Station. Go to the bathroom before entering. [JR Tokyo Wide Pass Reservation]
07:455-minute walk from Maihama Station on the JR Keiyo Line to the Disneyland entrance. You must wait in front of the gate at least 15 minutes before opening at 8:00. Don’t panic even if there is already a line, open run movement is the key.
Suica/Pasmo or JR Tokyo Wide Pass available. If you plan to depart early in the morning, we recommend staying at a hotel near Maihama Station. Go to the bathroom before entering. [JR Tokyo Wide Pass Reservation]
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Big Thunder Mountain (open run)Westernland’s mining-themed roller coaster. It is thrilling with lots of turns, but there are no drops so even children can ride it (over 102cm). If you go first after entering, the waiting time will be less than 15 minutes. Do not run! At a fast pace. If you run, you will be stopped by the cast. After entering, go straight to the left.
08:00 30분Westernland's mining-themed roller coaster. It is thrilling with lots of turns, but there are no drops so even children can ride it (over 102cm). If you go first after entering, the waiting time is less than 15 minutes.
Don't run! At a fast pace. If you run, you will be stopped by the cast. After entering, go straight to the left.
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Travel through a fairytale world on a Splash Mountain log boat and fall 16 meters! One of the three major mountains in Disneyland. A photo was taken at the moment of the final fall and is available for purchase. It's right next to Big Thunder Mountain, so it's efficient to board in succession. The seats in the front get hit by more water. If you prefer the back seat, ask the cast. There is a 100 yen raincoat vending machine nearby.
08:45 40분Travel through a fairy tale world on a log boat and fall 16 meters! One of the three major mountains in Disneyland. A photo was taken at the moment of the final fall and is available for purchase. It's right next to Big Thunder Mountain, so it's efficient to ride in succession.
The more you sit in the front, the more water you get. If you prefer the back seat, ask the cast. There is a 100 yen raincoat vending machine nearby.
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A Southern American home-cooked restaurant in Grandma Sara's Kitchen Critter Country. It features a warm interior and generous portions. A variety of menu items that children like, such as omelet rice and chicken sets. Eat lunch early and avoid waiting in the afternoon peak time. Grandma Sarah's chicken set 1,580 yen, omelet rice 1,480 yen. Enter right before 11 o'clock. After noon, wait 30 minutes+.
10:30A Southern American restaurant in Critter Country. It features a warm interior and generous portions. A variety of menu items that children like, such as omelet rice and chicken sets. Eat lunch early and avoid waiting in the afternoon peak hours.
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Take a Pirate of the Caribbean boat to the world of 17th century Caribbean pirates! Movie characters such as Jack Sparrow appear as audio animatronics. Since it is an indoor attraction, the weather does not matter. Target during lunch time when people flock to the outdoor attractions. If you look to the left just before boarding the boat, you will see the restaurant “Blue Bayou” (a high-end restaurant that requires reservations). Don't miss the final scene of Jack Sparrow.
11:30 30분Take a boat to the world of 17th century Caribbean pirates! Movie characters such as Jack Sparrow appear as audio animatronics. Since it is an indoor attraction, the weather does not matter. Target when people flock to outdoor attractions during lunch time.
Just before boarding the boat, look to your left and you will see the restaurant "Blue Bayou" (a high-end restaurant that requires reservations). Don't miss the final scene of Jack Sparrow.
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Horited MansionExplore a mansion inhabited by 999 ghosts. Ride a moving cart and admire masterpieces of analog special effects, including holograms and optical illusions. It's not scary, it's OK for kids too. Special version during the Halloween/Christmas season. Look for humor hidden in the gravestones in the middle of the waiting line. There are sections where photography is allowed and sections where photography is not permitted.
12:30 25분Explore the mansion where 999 ghosts live. Ride a moving cart and admire masterpieces of analog special effects, including holograms and optical illusions. It's not scary, it's OK for kids too. Special version for Halloween/Christmas season.
Look for humor hidden in the gravestones in the middle of the waiting line. There are sections where photography is allowed and sections where photography is not permitted.
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Beauty and the Beast "A Magical Story" (Premier Access)The latest attraction opened in 2020. Take the magic cup and enter famous movie scenes! The pinnacle of audio animatronics. The normal wait is 90-120 minutes, but you can skip the wait with Premier Access. Purchase Premier Access (2,000 yen) through the app on the day. Make your purchase in the morning and select the afternoon time slot. Arrival is required 5 minutes before the reservation time. If you are late, it will be invalid.
15:00 30분The latest attraction opened in 2020. Take the magic cup and enter famous movie scenes! The pinnacle of audio animatronics. The standard wait is 90-120 minutes, but you can skip the wait with Premier Access.
Premier Access (2,000 yen) Purchased through the app on the day. Make your purchase in the morning and select the afternoon time slot. Arrival is required 5 minutes before the reservation time. If you are late, it will be invalid.
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Baymax's Happy Ride A rotating attraction themed around the Baymax character. Spin around in unpredictable directions! Exploding in popularity after opening in 2020. Contrary to its cute appearance, it can be quite fast and messy. Expect a 60-90 minute wait even on a weekday afternoon. If you use a single rider, the wait is cut in half. Real-time waiting time must be checked using the app.
16:00 45분A rotating attraction themed around the Baymax character. Spin around in unpredictable directions! Exploding in popularity after opening in 2020. Despite its cute appearance, it can be quite fast and dizzying.
Wait 60-90 minutes even on weekday afternoons. If you use a single rider, the wait is cut in half. Real-time waiting time must be checked using the app.
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A 1920s New York style restaurant in Eastside Cafe World Bazaar. Western menu including pasta and steak. You can see World Bazaar Street and Cinderella Castle from the window seat. A great location for a leisurely dinner before the fireworks show. Special course 2,980 yen, pasta set 1,800 yen. You can visit without reservation. Be prepared to wait if you want a window seat.
17:30A 1920s New York style restaurant in World Bazaar. Western menu including pasta and steak. You can see World Bazaar Street and Cinderella Castle from the window seat. A great location for a leisurely dinner before the fireworks display.
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Space Mountain is an indoor roller coaster that races through pitch-black darkness. Tomorrowland's representative attraction with a space theme. My fear doubled because I couldn't see the rail. Less waiting time during dinner time. Beware of motion sickness. If you're scared, the front seat is less scary (you can see a little ahead). Height 102cm and above can ride.
19:00 35분An indoor roller coaster that races through pitch-black darkness. Tomorrowland's representative attraction with a space theme. My fear doubled because I couldn't see the rail. Less waiting time during dinner time.
Beware of motion sickness. If you're scared, the front seat is less scary (you can see a little ahead). Height 102cm and above can ride.
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Fireworks & Castle Projection Projection mapping and fireworks unfold using Cinderella Castle as a screen. The perfect end to a day at Disneyland. There are different shows for each season, and a touching finale accompanied by Disney music. The area slightly to the right of the center of the plaza (towards Tomorrowland) is good for taking pictures. Competition for seats starts 30 minutes in advance. It is recommended to bring a mat.
20:30 20분Projection mapping and fireworks unfold using Cinderella Castle as a screen. The perfect end to a day at Disneyland. Each season features a different show, with a touching finale accompanied by Disney music.
The area slightly to the right of the center of the plaza (Towards Tomorrowland) is good for taking pictures. Competition for seats starts 30 minutes in advance. It is recommended to bring a mat.
Today's Key Tips
Required installation of the Tokyo Disney Resort official app. Premier access can be purchased on the same day through the app (1,500-2,000 yen/time). If you are planning a trip around Tokyo, we recommend the JR Tokyo Wide Pass (3-day pass).