Tokyo Disneyland First-Time Visitors: Do THESE THINGS in Your First Hour

[@tdrexplorer]

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[@thisisagentsmith-_-5658]

I have a question about their vacation package. Is it really just two days? With 3 tickets? I tried doing it just to see how much.

[@kunikumarii3844]

Can you do one for Disney Sea😁?

[@tdrexplorer]

If the reception of this one is positive, I'll definitely do DisneySea!

[@lexirowe3151]

Yes that would be wonderful too!

[@caseyquinlan89]

Yess! 🙏

[@dylonix]

hi love your video. but I can't put in the credit card ahead of time. can't seem to login into Tokyo Disney Resort account despite having a Disney account already.

[@moogle140]

Your videos have been awesome in helping me prep for Tokyo Disney so thank you! I have a vacation package for October as well so fantasy springs will be a lot less stressful.

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you so much for watching! Have fun in October, I'm doing the Vacation Package for Fantasy Springs so I'll have a video out on that eventually too!

[@reannawhiteley350]

When I've had a bad day I like to watch you it makes me feel happy. Thank you so much🎉

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you, that makes me happy to hear! I hope your day is going better.

[@DonSmith-sd5eg]

Hey Chris, we made our first visit to Tokyo Disneyland in April and with all the help you provided it was a great experience. Being used to Disney World prices ($150 park entry, $30 Genie and $16 Lightning) and considering that this was probably a once in a lifetime experience our strategy did not involve price. We stayed at the Disneyland Hotel and took full advantage of early entry, priority pass, Premier, avoided the weekends and also did the evening entry on arrival which was only approximately $30 each for 5-9 pm. Other than Baymax we typically waited no more than 20 minutes for rides with numerous walk ons. Some advice I found very valuable is that early entry was a bigger advantage than we expected and unlike Disney World we were able to book another priority when the previous booked priority start time arrived (not when we checked in for the ride). We got in the long early entry line at 8:30 for a 8:45 entry and entered the park at 8:50 and immediately booked Beauty and Monsters. We used 4 priority booking by 11:00. We noticed that they used all gates on both sides for early entry which fanned out the line and expedited getting in. Thanks again for the help.

[@tdrexplorer]

This makes me so happy to hear! Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@franklinacosta3743]

@@DonSmith-sd5eg hi! How was the weather and the crowds in April? Specially during the week (Tue, Wed)

[@jennieh.6494]

I’ve always wanted to go to Tokyo Disney & Sea, got the opportunity and because I was disabled, I wasn’t allowed to ride any rides. Very disappointing. Also had a list of merch I wanted to get, and couldn’t find any. It was quite a sad experience

[@kimwallace1170]

Really need this! I’ve only been to Disneyland and Adventure Park in Anaheim once 10years ago. Staying at the Ambassador Hotel so got that correct!! Going in early September for my 40th birthday!!!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun and Happy Early Birthday!

[@kylekeller3398]

Hey, Chris! I just got from Tokyo, 3 weeks ago and I had a blast! Thank you so much for giving me and mom information to get around Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea!

[@tdrexplorer]

Great to hear! Thank you for watching

[@kylekeller3398]

@@tdrexplorer Anytime! Can’t wait to go back sometime!

[@fionanoyce1676]

This is very helpful and I got a soft opening at Disneysea yesterday after missing out last week. Due to time arrival at park got a standby for Peter Pan at 7.10pm. Only got the 1 ride but it was wow words can't describe.

[@tdrexplorer]

I'm happy you were able to go!

[@kaoritanamachi8798]

I just bought the guidebook! It really is the best! I appreciate how you didn’t just cover TDR information, but all things related to traveling to Japan. This is a must have if you haven’t been to TDR before. (I’ve been twice but this time I won’t have my cousins who usually do all the planning for us.)

[@Kap00rwith2os]

Why do they make it so complicated 😭😭😭

[@werew3]

Just curious but do you need to buy disney premierpass for beauty and beast ride or can youget it with the free fast pass? Also is klook highly recommend if you are trying to buy tickets for Disneyland or disney sea before hand and not staying at the resort?

[@jonnyasia]

Thank you for this much appreciated advice just subscribed 😊👍

[@baska-]

If you had to take a guess, when do you think Donkey Kong land will open? Thanks!

[@tdrexplorer]

Honestly, all we know is the second half of 2024 so could be anytime between now and December. It's not very helpful but that's all I got. tdrexplorer.com/donkey-kong-expansion-opening-in-2024-at-super-nintendo-world/

[@UmmYeahOk]

I leave for Tokyo this Saturday. Your video was perfect timing!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@lgerback34]

Another great video Chris! (Although must confess… we never get there at open. We usually wait until about 10:30 and then can pretty much walk in.)

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you! Yeah, if you're not too worried about doing everything and wanna take it easy, getting there later is my preferred way of doing it.

[@logandotn]

How many rides did you manage when arriving at 10:30?

[@lgerback34]

@@logandotn about six or seven, sometimes more. We used passes for everything we could. There were a couple of things we needed to do on a second day, but we managed to get to everything. We’ve been in July (twice) and Sept (once). Always pretty hot and steamy but crowds have never been too bad.

[@cplova333]

I did some pre-planning before watching the video and this was my exact plan! I already knew beauty and the beast would be too crazy for standby so I want to go to monsters and buy dpa and get other priority passes while in line

[@LetsExplore307]

Regarding putting the credit card info you said at the beginning that if you did not bought it through the official TDR app you gotta put them through your account at the TDR website. Can you do it days in advance or gotta be the day/night before you go and if I buy tickets for both parks (one day TDL and the next TDS) can I scan them at the same time or do it separately?

[@DonSmith-sd5eg]

Here is our experience with the app on our recent visit. The TDR website is the same login as other Disney websites but not linked so our card was not linked from other Disney accounts. We booked our hotel through the website which loaded our card and when we logged into the app (same user and password) our reservation and card were available. We booked our park tickets through the app in advance so they were there automatically. Similar to Disney World we did have to link (or share) accounts so that one person could purchase and book the group. I don’t recall all of the details on the account sharing but we did have a glitch one morning where a ticket didn’t show up on my wife’s app, but a cast member quickly resolved it by refreshing the app. Hope this helps

[@LetsExplore307]

@@DonSmith-sd5eg well I haven't been to any Disney park and Tokyo Disneyland and Disneysea will be my first experience so I'm trying to learn all I can before my visit. Since he did mention foreign cards can have some issues and its better to book from klook and once you create at new account to add your credit card info so you have that ahead of time and the only thing you gotta do is to scan your park ticket and after you go through those gate start using the premier access and the priority pass. Also im not staying at any of the resort hotels or hotels that are affiliated with TDR

[@tdrexplorer]

Once you buy them (through Klook as an example), you should be able to scan them immediately. I haven't personally tried. Because tickets you purchase through the TDR app show up immediately, I don't see why you couldn't do it with the Klook tickets.

[@marilynvargassalas6489]

Great info! I like you also include kids shows and everything it’s very helpful for family trips

[@anonymous134y]

19:00 Question from a fellow canadian! you keep on saying go to the standby line first. What I don't understand is that you don't have standby tickets yet for that ride. How does this work? Is this the same for DisneySea?

[@darwynth]

Thanks for this tips! We will be visiting tokyo disney this coming september 24. I hope the weather is gonna be good and won’t be that crowded.

[@yvvoneyee]

Hey Chris! Your video is very helpful, really need this :) thank you!

[@stasiatheo]

I’ve been waiting for a video just like this. Thank you!

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@brendabarrett-boisclair9196]

Can you elaborate on adding your credit card to the website? Do you have to have park tickets before adding? I don’t see where you can input the info Thanks for your help

[@jorgelinaprenollio1875]

Can I Pay A Disney Premier Access with suica Card? Wise is not available in my country 😢

[@うやか]

I am Japanese fan of your videos😊 What day of week was day on this day? Sorry if I missed you mentioned in your video.

[@naomimole1155]

We would love if you could do more translations as you go along of the rides and announcements etc

[@ReturnOf2008]

This exactly what I needed! I knew most but you sprinkled in extra info which was so helpful!

[@adeptjr2985]

FYI - Wise Digital Card is not available to US residents.

[@thomasaguilar8389]

so are we allowed to recorded ourselves and takes pictures at the park with ought the fear of getting in trouble?

[@sharoncovington5005]

Hi... is there any way to customize mobile order food? I can't eat lettuce so I always need to customize mobile orders at DLR.

[@tdrexplorer]

I don't believe so, food customization isn't common in Japan (or the theme parks). I'll check next time.

[@captainDJ87]

I want to start at Disneysea and end my day at Disneyland. However you cannot get a DPA pass for Beauty and the Beast unless you're in Disneyland. Do I just get my toes into the Disneylan, get my DPA for a later time and immediately proceed to DisneySea?

[@tdrexplorer]

As long as you have a valid ticket that has been scanned into the Park, you can buy a DPA for that Park. I personally haven't done it but have heard others do it. I find it too stressful going between parks like that tbh.

[@katekirbyoconnell]

This is such an incredibly helpful video!!!!!!!! I really appreciate you showing everything on the phone and going into great detail.

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching! I'm happy it was useful.

[@m_w_a_t]

Hey Chris! Love your videos and can't wait to visit Tokyo Disneyland! I'm looking to get an evening pass one of the days that I am there. Have you done any videos about this type of pass and how to maximize a half day in Disneyland? Thanks!

[@tdrexplorer]

I haven't done a video on that yet (it's in the long list of plans) but we have that covered in our guidebook (if you have it!) tdrexplorer.com/books

[@m_w_a_t]

@@tdrexplorer thanks for your reply! I'll definitely check it out 🙂

[@godsilla916]

I’m planning a trip to Tokyo Disney Resort in October. Will your guide be updated at all to include info about Fantasy Springs? Just wondering if I should wait to purchase!

[@Nearandfaradventures]

Really needed this video!! Started planning our trip coming from FL for Star Wars Celebration 2025, going to the Disney parks as well. We are planning on staying around the Big Sight area (thought it was pretty centrally located). Any input on this area to stay? Thanks!

[@ChristianHofelmaier]

Hi! That's a really helpful video. When would you recommend arriving at DisneySea on the first few days after the opening of Fantasy Springs? I will be there on June 7 and really hope to see the Frozen and Tangled rides.

[@connielovesdisney8460]

So cool! Thsnks for all the information. I really want to go there, just seems a little intimidating. Guess I need your books.

[@clarissal6007]

I've been watching your videos since last year in hopes that I can be prepared with your tips when I eventually get to go to Disneyland! Finally going this fall and your channel has been an amazing resource, helping to get rid of a ton of anxiety about getting to and enjoying the park. Thank you!

[@jamesb.ofdesertdistrict567]

Seriously, you make the best guides and I only wish there was someone making guides with the same quality for Disneyland here in California. Unfortunately I can’t visit TDR too often haha

[@Kokolieh]

Hi, can Wise card also be used to pay for Disney hotel bookings? Thank you so much, i love your videos

[@daijahpeters2243]

Chris, youre so helpful!! Where on the website can I add my credit card?

[@makafeliciano8341]

cannot be done any longer.

[@ryanfabian7231]

Hi Chris, great video! I am having trouble finding where to add my credit card on the website. Do you know which tab it is on? Thank you so much

[@surendraadithe]

For first timers, what is your suggestion? Is it better to visit Disneyland Hong Kong or Disneyland Tokyo? 😃

[@samanthalau7731]

Hi Chris, thank you for your awesome videos! Super helpful for planning my upcoming Fantasy Spring vacation package trip in 2 weeks time! 😊❤ thank you!!

[@lexirowe3151]

This is such a helpful video! I’m hoping to make it to this park someday maybe 2026 or 2027.

[@bublegirl21]

I'm used to go all the time to disneyland paris, I've been a few times to Disneyland Tokyo so i know already the tricks. But will i still watch the video ? Of course ! You're so fun i love yours videos ❤

[@chrissy76988]

Super super helpful! Planning my first trip to Disneyland and Sea in six years! Really appreciate the tips for managing the morning!!

[@Billydoov]

What if I can’t get to the park until about 10:30/11am? Wanting to visit from cruise ship.

[@nicoleweibel109]

Can I ask where you got the retro looking shirt you are wearing? I’m traveling to Japan soon and would like to get a similar style! 😍

[@katc4786]

I might go alone the last week of June. My dad has a work trip and he can’t take me but I’m 24 so I’ll figure it out

[@karenzuniga4897]

What! I was so excited for space mountain this October dang it!

[@edkmall]

Cool! Clear and concise information. Thanks for sharing.

[@GoofyLover98]

Yippee!!!! 🥰

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching

[@emmacoulson2941]

This is so helpful for when I go in January!! I hope you do one for Disney sea too~~~ thank you so much!!!

[@hmorales1992]

This video is so helpful, thank you so much 😭 wish me luck, pal 🙏🏽

[@emily91303]

Tomorrow is the day when Fantasy Springs opens at TDS!

[@queenmoonpie22]

I LOVE your shirt! It's much cuter than what we have at WDW this year

[@hollybabyyy]

My sis went last week and had such a bad time bc it was too busy. She did a few single rider things that was it

[@LorettaCorona]

hi Chris thanks for the tips TD is more complex than the usa parks 🐢

[@lipsyncsxk]

Thank you...i always comeback to all your vlog.

[@cfbroadtrip1853]

This video is incredibly helpful!

[@tijmenvanessen7447]

you make very nice vids and my girlfriend give me a book of youre website to plan for tokyo disney . but she didnt download it and send you a message but we didnt get a answer is there something you can do for us ?

[@tdrexplorer]

Hi! It's best to reply to the email you got when you purchased the guidebook. If you did send an email, please send another just in case. We're a small team and get a lot of emails and messages.

[@nipunmunasinghe83]

This was very helpful

[@brixtonoh]

apple tea soda???????

[@pauladavitt7554]

What should you do if you don’t have a credit card? Love the new head band.

[@tdrexplorer]

Head to Guest Services and they'll be able to help you faq.tokyodisneyresort.jp/tdr/en/faq_detail.html?id=23446&category=10563&page=1

[@jenniferjohnson7584]

Are there coffee shops in disneyland or disney sea like in the US?

[@tdrexplorer]

By coffee shops, if you mean like Starbucks, no. But they sell coffee in various restaurants (tbh the coffee isn't great so don't have high expectations).

[@_Paul__M]

Thanks for a little katakana exercise. Say hi to Michael 😀

[@tdrexplorer]

I have a habit of putting names in Japanese into the app (usually my app is in Japanese but I put it in English when I want to screen record for a video). I'll tell Michael you said hello!

[@adrianwu64]

Can you also make a video for first hour in USJ ?

[@tdrexplorer]

If the reception of this one is positive, I'll definitely do USJ!

[@emilyholl3379]

Always love your videos, Chris!

[@tdrexplorer]

I appreciate that! Thank you for watching

[@ElmoTinker]

This is very helpful. Thank you

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching!

[@LeahFriedman-gj9qo]

Hi

[@tdrexplorer]

Hello!

[@Emioval]

What day did you go to Tokyo Disney in this video? Was it crowded?

[@ElmoTinker]

It was a Friday

[@tdrexplorer]

I put the date and timestamps on the videos so you know when I went so you have a frame of reference. I speak about the crowds a few times in the video.

[@Emioval]

@@tdrexplorerthank you! I don’t know how I missed the date haha!

[@divyas2644]

We visited Disneyland on 28th May, did most of the rides ,even when the weather was bad and trains shut down at evening.. may be that’s why the lines were shorter. Purchased priority ticket for Beauty and Beast though. Still I can say it was worth the trip. Followed your tips. Was watching your videos from past 2 weeks. Thanks for all the info you gather in your videos . -from a Disney fan.

[@kevinbhieey9188]

So, I'm assuming you framed the opening scene - with the big ol "S & M" behind you - purely on accident ... 👀

[@christ2551]

Your video didn't point out DAS passes.

[@moonstone.magique]

Can you show us a bit more in detail how to add your entire group/family into one app? I couldn’t figure that out last time and each family carried around their smartphone with their little ticket in their own Disney app…..

[@tdrexplorer]

When you add someone to the group you share a URL and you send that URL to everyone you want in the group. Then when they click it, it'll open up the TDR app on their device and they're added to the group. The TDR Faq has detailed information too faq.tokyodisneyresort.jp/tdr/en/faq_list.html?page=&category=10436

[@lizzieghurl]

Just the video I was looking for!! Would love it if you make one for DisneySea 😇🫶

[@alexasanz73]