7 Must-Know Family Tips for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea
🎯 Who is this article for?
Families traveling to Japan with kids who want to explore the brand-new Fantasy Springs DisneySea area.
✨ What you’ll learn
- 7 practical tips to enjoy Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea with children
- How to avoid long waits using hotel stays, Happy Entry, and Disney Premier Access (DPA)
- Real family ride reviews, based on our daughter’s actual reactions
7 Family-Friendly Tips for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea
Tip 1. Stay at Fantasy Springs Hotel for 15-Minute Early Entry
- Guests staying at Fantasy Springs Hotel get Happy Entry, allowing access 15 minutes earlier than regular guests through a dedicated gate. Perfect for reducing wait times at the most popular rides.
- Reservations are highly competitive, but you can sometimes catch cancellations. Weekdays or the “Grand Chateau” category tend to be easier to secure last-minute.
Tip 2. Use DPA or Vacation Packages to Skip Lines
- Purchasing Disney Premier Access (DPA) lets you skip long standby lines.
- For even more convenience, vacation packages with guaranteed attractions are the easiest way to enjoy without stress.
- Especially for families with toddlers, minimizing waiting is a big win.
Tip 3. Prioritize Frozen Journey – the Most Popular Ride
- Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey is the most popular ride in Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea, with lines forming quickly every day.
- If you’re staying at Fantasy Springs Hotel, use Happy Entry to line up before official park opening. Otherwise, buy a DPA to save time.
- Other attractions like Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival (no scary elements, gentle boat ride) and Fairy Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies (no height requirement, very mild) are also perfect for toddlers.
- Plus, Fantasy Springs is located close to Arabian Coast and Mermaid Lagoon, both toddler-friendly areas.
📷Around 10 AM, most restaurants are still nearly empty. Having an early lunch lets families eat slowly and comfortably without the crowds.
- Restaurants like Lookout Cookout are immersive but get crowded. Mobile ordering saves precious time.
- Don’t miss themed snacks like the Lost Kids Snack Box—fun to share with kids during breaks.
- After finishing the Lost Kids Snack Box, unfold the box to reveal a Never Land map inside—a delightful surprise that made our child very happy.
- The chicken snack is curry-flavored, but mild enough that even our daughter, who doesn’t like spicy food, could enjoy it. It’s crafted as a child-friendly taste.
- Restaurants like Lookout Cookout are immersive but get crowded. Mobile ordering saves precious time.
Tip 5. Shop for Souvenirs Early
- Exclusive items often sell out by afternoon. Check shops in the morning to avoid disappointment.
- Limited-edition goods make for the perfect family memory, so buy early.
Tip 6. Take Advantage of Strollers & Baby Centers
- Stroller parking, rentals, and baby centers with nursing rooms and diaper changing are available near the entrance.
- Knowing where to rest helps parents and kids enjoy the day without stress.
Tip 7. Capture Photos During Happy Entry
- With fewer people in the area before official opening, you can get rare, crowd-free photos of Rapunzel’s Tower or Anna’s Arendelle castle.
- In the evening, the lanterns and nighttime lights create a magical backdrop for family photos.
- In Arendelle’s shopping street, if you approach the windows you can hear hidden voices. During quiet times, you notice these small details more easily, a special perk of visiting when crowds are low.
- With fewer people in the area before official opening, you can get rare, crowd-free photos of Rapunzel’s Tower or Anna’s Arendelle castle.
- In the evening, the lanterns and nighttime lights create a magical backdrop for family photos.
Our Family Ride Reviews at Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea
Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey
- ⭐ Family Enjoyment: ★★★★★
- ⭐ Thrill Level: ★★★☆☆
- ⭐ Average Wait Time: ★★★★★ (long)
- The star attraction of Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea and worth the hype.
- A beautiful boat ride with rich storytelling and visuals.
- There is one small drop—our daughter, who dislikes thrill rides, found it a bit scary.
- Still, her feedback matches most guests: the immersive experience makes it one of the most impressive rides in the park.
Peter Pan’s Never Land Adventure
- ⭐ Family Enjoyment: ★★★★★
- ⭐ Thrill Level: ★★★☆☆
- ⭐ Average Wait Time: ★★★★☆ (long)
- Our daughter’s absolute favorite—she rode it multiple times.
- Like Star Tours or Finding Nemo, there’s no physical drop, but the visuals simulate a falling sensation.
- She enjoyed it, but more sensitive kids may find it intense.
Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival
- ⭐ Family Enjoyment: ★★★★☆
- ⭐ Thrill Level: ★☆☆☆☆
- ⭐ Average Wait Time: ★★☆☆☆ (short)
- We once waited over 40 minutes for this gentle boat ride. The lantern scene is stunning and magical.
- However, the ride itself is short, so the satisfaction may feel low if the wait is long.
- There are zero scary elements, making it a safe choice for all ages. Based on our daughter’s reaction, she found the scene beautiful but wished the ride lasted longer.
Fairy Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies
- ⭐ Family Enjoyment: ★★★★☆
- ⭐ Thrill Level: ★☆☆☆☆
- ⭐ Average Wait Time: ★★★☆☆ (medium)
- A super cute buggy ride through the four seasons of Pixie Hollow.
- Our daughter, a Tinker Bell fan, loved it.
- Adults may find it a bit simple, but with zero thrill elements, it’s ideal for toddlers and young children. Her genuine joy riding it made it a highlight for her.
Conclusion
Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea is a dream come true for families: brand-new rides, family-friendly facilities, and magical photo spots. With hotel stays, Happy Entry, and DPA, you can avoid long lines and maximize your day. Use our 7 tips and our daughter’s real ride reactions to plan a magical and stress-free family visit.7 Must-Know Family Tips for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea
Related Links
Internal Links
- Disney Resort Complete Guide → Discover all parks and hotels in our Disney pillar article.
- Fantasy Springs Complete Review → Detailed coverage of the new Fantasy Springs area.
- Top Rides at Tokyo DisneySea → Plan your day with our DisneySea ride guide.
- Best Rides at Tokyo Disneyland → Family-friendly picks for Tokyo Disneyland rides.
External Links
Disney Premier Access Info → Shortcut your wait times with DPA for popular rides.
Book Disney Hotels official site → Reserve the best family hotels for stress-free stays.
FAQ
Q1. Is Happy Entry still available for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea?
A: The entry restriction for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea has been lifted. Guests at Hotel MiraCosta can also access the area, but the direct gate is limited to Fantasy Springs Hotel guests. If staying at MiraCosta, you enter from the main entrance and walk about 10 minutes to Fantasy Springs.
Q2. Which Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea ride is best for toddlers or kids who scare easily?
A: Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies and Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival are the safest. Peter Pan’s Never Land Adventure and Frozen Journey have mild thrills (a visual drop or a small boat drop). If your child can handle Pirates of the Caribbean or Star Tours at Disneyland, they will likely be fine.
Q3. What’s the most popular ride in Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea?
A: Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey is the most popular, often requiring DPA or early entry to avoid long waits. Another option is a vacation package, or staying in the Grand Chateau category at Fantasy Springs Hotel, which allows purchase of special passes to ride without waiting.
Q4. Can I find stroller rentals and baby care facilities at Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea?
A: Yes, stroller rentals and baby centers with nursing and diaper-changing facilities are located near the entrance.
Q5. When is the best time to shop for Fantasy Springs Tokyo DisneySea merchandise?
A: In the morning. Exclusive items often sell out by afternoon. Near closing time, stores become extremely crowded, making it hard to browse. It’s best to check and purchase essentials by midday. If you don’t want to carry items, you can shop later at Bon Voyage outside the park. However, some items are only sold inside the park, so ask a Cast Member if your must-have souvenir is available at Bon Voyage.
