I have two very very detailed blog posts on each of the Tokyo Disney Resort parks – but I wanted to make a quick checklist for Parents. I talk about the rides that my kids find to be scary, the attractions that aren’t too much fun if you don’t understand Japanese, how to tell when the parks will be busy etc…
(See here for my tips on Tokyo Disneyland with kids, and for Tokyo DisneySea with kids here.
If you have limited time and can’t decide between Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disneysea read my tips and ways to compare here.
But here is just the packing information. (I write in a LOT more detail about why I have included each item in the posts listed above.)
This blog post contains some affiliate links. This means that I will receive a small commission if you book a hotel or make a purchase using one of my links – at no additional charge to you.
Snacks & Drinks
Even if you plan on buying meals – it is fine to take your own snacks.
Nothing that resembles a meal such as a bento or fast food is allowed in, though. Bags are checked on the way into the parks.
It’s ok to take in water. If you have extreme allergies and need to bring in your own food, best to come with a note from your doctor.
Portable Wifi &/or Esim
There is no free wifi inside of Tokyo DisneySea or Tokyo Disneyland. This means that, if you don’t have internet already organised ahead of time you won’t be able to book premier or anniversary fast passes for rides or make use of the app functions (including the map). I like the company Japan Wireless for pocket wifi – and I have a discount link for 25% off (this is an affiliate link where I make a small commission at no additional cost to you.) Japan Wireless also have an option now for esims so you also don’t need to pick up or return a box at all – you just pay on their site and receive a QR code and off you go! Please use their “e-sims supported phones list” before making a purchase – the list is easily found on their homepage.
Stroller or Baby Carriers
It is possible to rent strollers for 1000 yen.
Entertainment for Kids
Things for kids to play with when waiting for rides. Stickers and bubbles is what we have.
This is my kids drawing pictures while we sit in the theatre and wait for the Tokyo Disney show at the Showbase Theatre in Tomorrowland . I wrote more about it in my Tokyo Disneyland post here.
A spare set of clothing for each child
We almost always do a full clothing change in the middle of the day.
Layers or roll up blankets for the evenings
A picnic mat/ leisure mat
These can be purchased at a convenience store, baby shop or 100 yen store. Sounds silly but you’ll need it for the parades. I have written more about it here.
Phone charger packs
Extra phone charger packs.
These are NOT for sale anywhere in the park. Correction. They are now for sale at some stores in the parks. However, I’ve never been able to buy one since they have been introduced. They have either been sold out or sold out of the kind I needed (an iPhone version. )
If you dont have your own or access to a charger/ batter pack, you’ll have to leave and go to one of the Disney Hotels.
–Sunscreen & Bug Spray
Deepending on the season. of course.
You keep your bags with you for all rides at Tokyo Disney Parks (the design of all rides is thought out so well. Bags are either stored in baskets in front of you, under you or at your feet.)
Neck fans when it’s hot.
We bought ours at Yodobashi Camera in Shibuya.
WHAT NOT TO PACK
– Alcohol
– Adult costumes or Disney cosplay or Masks ( kids are fine in little Disney outfits) – with the exception of the Halloween season
– Scooters, trikes or those ride-on push along bikes
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