The “World” According to Jack from July 2008

Westernland – Tokyo Disneyland

July 30, 2008 by Jack Spence

The word “frontier” does not translate adequately into Japanese so the name Westernland was used in Tokyo Disneyland to describe the American West. For me, the name “Westernland” is a lot easier to accept than Main Street being called World Bazaar. When entering Westernland from Adventureland, the transition is smooth enough. But the division between … Continue reading "Westernland – Tokyo Disneyland"

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Adventureland – Tokyo Disneyland

July 27, 2008 by Jack Spence

You can enter Adventureland from several areas, the first being World Bazaar (Main Street). Unlike the other Main Streets around the world, Center Street connects to Tomorrowland and Adventureland. The next two pictures show the Adventureland Entrance from Center Street. There is also the traditional Adventureland entrance off of The Hub marked by a large, … Continue reading "Adventureland – Tokyo Disneyland"

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The Hub — Tokyo Disneyland

July 24, 2008 by Jack Spence

The Hub isn’t really a “land” but my blog about World Bazaar was getting a little long so I decided to give this area its own column. The Hub at Tokyo Disneyland is a little different from that of the other Magic Kingdoms. When exiting World Bazaar (Main Street), you enter a sort of courtyard … Continue reading "The Hub — Tokyo Disneyland"

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World Bazaar – Tokyo Disneyland

July 21, 2008 by Jack Spence

First, let me answer the question that’s on many of your minds. Why is Main Street called World Bazaar? When the Imagineers first found out that they would be designing a new Magic Kingdom in Tokyo, they wanted to create something new — not just a rehash of what had already been done before, twice. … Continue reading "World Bazaar – Tokyo Disneyland"

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Getting to Tokyo Disneyland & Entrance

July 18, 2008 by Jack Spence

Before I start describing anything, I need to let you know that I’ve been to Tokyo Disneyland three times, once in 1996, again in 2003, and finally this year. On each occasion, I visited the park multiple days. I also took a lot of photos on these trips and I will be picking and choosing … Continue reading "Getting to Tokyo Disneyland & Entrance"

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Reader Mailbag – Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney Parks!

July 15, 2008 by AllEars

I’d like to thank everyone for all the emails you sent regarding my Hong Kong Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea blogs. I’m so glad you have been enjoying the trip report and photos! BTW, several of you have asked what type of camera I use. All of the pictures shot in Hong Kong were taken with … Continue reading "Reader Mailbag – Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney Parks!"

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Mysterious Island – Tokyo DisneySea

July 12, 2008 by Jack Spence

I saved the best port-of-call for last – at least in my humble opinion. For me, Mysterious Island is the most imaginative port/land Disney has ever created. This is the home of Jules Verne and Captain Nemo. Iron girders studded with rivets perched precariously on jagged cliffs give this port an ominous feel. Limited access … Continue reading "Mysterious Island – Tokyo DisneySea"

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Mermaid Lagoon – Tokyo DisneySea

July 9, 2008 by Jack Spence

Mermaid Lagoon is the one port at Tokyo DisneySea that caters to young children. That’s not to say that teenagers and adults won’t get a smile from the whimsical atmosphere, but the attractions are simple and geared towards the little ones. The exterior of Mermaid Lagoon looks like Ariel’s underwater kingdom. Spiraling towers, in a … Continue reading "Mermaid Lagoon – Tokyo DisneySea"

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Arabian Coast – Tokyo DisneySea

July 6, 2008 by Jack Spence

Arabian Coast is a sprawling port full of minarets, colorful domes, pointed arches, and winding streets. The buildings all look like they were built out of sandstone and clay bricks. There is a sense of being very far away, in a hot and arid desert. If approaching Arabian Coast from Lost River Delta, the first … Continue reading "Arabian Coast – Tokyo DisneySea"

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Tokyo DisneySea – Lost River Delta

July 3, 2008 by Jack Spence

Deep in the jungles of 1930’s Central America you’ll find El Rio Perdido, “The Lost River.” This river actually splits Lost River Delta in half as it runs through a lush tropical forest, by ancient ruins, and finally, past a shanty town. This is an area ripe for discovery by the archeologists of the day. … Continue reading "Tokyo DisneySea – Lost River Delta"

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