Tokyo Disney Sea is the second park under the Tokyo Disney umbrella, and in my opinion, the one to visit. If we’re comparing it in terms of Disney World, Orlando standards, I would say the closest park it can be compared to is Epcot, solely due to the world showcase, as Disney Sea does have a few “countries” to visit within the park, each with unique attractions. But other than that, Tokyo Disney Sea is pretty much a park of its own.

The name Disney Sea comes from the canal that runs through the entire park. Upon entering, guests are greeted with a few shops (and a hotel that’s actually inside) and the large canal right in front.

From there, guests can go right or left to find the following sections of the park:

Mediterranean Harbor
The American Waterfront
Port Discovery
Lost River Delta
Arabian Coast
Mermaid Lagoon
Mysterious Island

As you can see, none of these sections exist in any other park that Disney has, although there are a few familiar rides – like Tower of Terror from Disneys Hollywood Studios. Although this Tower of Terror has a total twist in storyline, unlike anything we’ve seen from the current version. There is also an Indiana Jones attraction, but again, this is a bit different from Disney World.

If you find yourself spending the day at Tokyo Disney Sea, these are the big attractions you won’t want to miss:

Mediterranean Harbor: Venetian Gondolas
American Waterfront: Tower of Tower and Toy Story Mania (a classic from the Disney World version, and arguably the longest line in the entire park)
Mysterious Island: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Lost River Delta: Raging Spirits and Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull
Arabian Coast: Sinbads Storybook Voyage

All of the above-mentioned attractions will most definitely be more attainable (and enjoyable) by getting a fast pass. Of all the parks I’ve been to (including Disney World, Orlando), this was by far the most crowded. I’m talking more than two-hour wait times for certain rides. That was a major bummer. Oh, and another tip, get there before the park opens. We were there 30 minutes early and read that some stand in line up to an hour before the park actually opens! When we were let inside the park, it was like the running of the bulls.

Tokyo Disney Sea is unique not only in its attractions, but also in its level of detail. It always amazes me how well Disney does at transforming a space to make guests feel like they are in a completely different part of the world.

I would also like to add that the food offerings at Tokyo Disney Sea were better than any other park I’ve visited. Again, the attention to detail and plethora of options was way more advanced than the same old stuff you tend to get at Disney World Orlando.

Until next time, Tokyo Disney!