In Disney’s newest park, fantasy meets reality, with adventures and restaurants inspired by Peter Pan, Frozen, and Tangled.
Aptly named Dreamspring, it’s the newest theme park and the eighth “port of call” at Tokyo Disney Ocean Theme Park. It is considered one of the best theme parks in the world thanks to its super immersive, legendary design and unique attractions.
As you cross the entrance between the Arabian Coast and the Lost River Delta and approach the stunning carved stone sculptures featuring Peter Pan, Anna and Elsa, Rapunzel, and several of their companions, the film’s soundtrack is taken from Disney films. Lush landscapes and intricate carvings run throughout the onsen, starting at the new Tokyo Disney Ocean Dream Onsen Hotel entrance, with dozens of Disney characters hidden (or not so hidden) in coves and caves.
The Dream Springs will officially open on June 6. Still, first, we see the land with rides, restaurants, and a gorgeous mini-land themed around favorite Disney stories. So, after riding each new attraction (several times!), tasting all the latest food, and exploring the place before it opens to the public next month, here’s everything you need to know about Tokyo Disney Ocean Dream Hot Springs, broken down by each mini-park.
Frozen kingdom
Step into the Arendelle world of The Frozen Kingdom. This beautiful land is inspired by the popular Disney movie series. There’s a restaurant in the Arendelle Castle—the Arendelle Royal Banquet—Anna and Elsa’s Ice and Snow Tour attraction, not to mention some of the most beautiful bathrooms I’ve ever seen in a Disney park.
Anna and Elsa’s icy journey
A stunning retelling of the events of the original Frozen film, this 6.5-minute boat ride features top-notch audiovisual electronic characters singing hits from the movie, including “The First Time Forever” and “Let It Go.” Visitors can sail back and forth in beautiful vistas throughout the attraction, which include some exciting effects to make the journey even more immersive. Of the four brand new rides at Fountain of Dreams, this is my favorite because of its impressive acting scenes (mainly using utility sets, not screens), smooth ride movement that drives the storytelling, and the film’s most popular songs. These details also make the trip a unique experience compared to other Disney parks’ existing “Frozen” attractions.
Like all the attractions in this new land, the audio is entirely Japanese. Still, visitors familiar with the story can follow it, no matter their language.
Royal banquet in Arendelle
Join a celebratory banquet and explore Arendelle’s halls at this new Frozen-themed counter-service restaurant. Here, guests can indulge in “Arendelle’s royal setting,” a warm, delicious pie, potatoes, salad, dessert, and a fluffy roll. Visitors accustomed to American parks may be surprised to learn that there are only a few menu options per dining location (throughout Tokyo Park), so be sure to check the offerings beforehand. Hence, you know where to find the dishes you want to try.
OK Foods in Okun
The cheerful Okun inspires this food stall and serves Okun’s Yoo-Hoo bread. It’s a cardamom-flavored bread filled with Scandinavian-inspired meat and cranberry jam, sweet, delicious and spiced together.
Rapunzel’s Forest
The Rapunzel-themed park is instantly recognizable for its towering tower. Rapunzel’s Forest has Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival rides and Snuggle Duckling fast food restaurant.
Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival
During the Lantern Festival of Rapunzel, take a peaceful five-minute boat ride through iconic scenes from fan-favorite Rapunzel. Seeing Rapunzel singing from the tall tower is an appealing start. Still, the re-enactment of the beautiful Lantern Festival scene is undoubtedly the best part of the romantic trip.
Cute little duck
A favorite haunt of bar thugs, the furry duckling came to life at this fast food restaurant steps from the roller coaster. Find a cheeseburger, fried shrimp burger (my favorite of the two), milk tea, and a Dutch baby dessert served in a plastic mini-frying pan (Rapunzel’s weapon of choice).
Peter Pan’s Field of Dreams
Join Peter Pan and the Lost Children’s Dreamland, a fairly large mini-paradise with plenty of room to play in the smoky mountain shadows that look like they’re straight out of an animated movie. The land also features two rides, a Captain Hook pirate ship, and a fast-food restaurant.
Peter Pan’s Adventures Without Islands
Board a ship to save John from pirates and get sprinkled with elf dust in this six-minute motion simulator Dark ride. After the lovely opening, guests will put on 3D glasses and venture through the skies of Never Land and London. This ride uses practical sets and 3D motion simulators to make visitors feel like they are flying with lost children. The action was very fluid, and I loved the final shot, in which you fly back from London to Neverland. It was fascinating and even a little thrilling.
Visitors must be 102cm tall or above, and those who suffer from severe motion sickness on the motion simulator may want to consider abandoning the program – but don’t worry, there’s another program for you.
The busy carriage of Jingle fairies
This lovely two-minute drive will take guests on an outdoor trip through Pixie Hollow’s four seasons. The cute scenes and exciting details (such as the smell of honey as you pass the bees) make it a big draw for younger guests.
Lookout Picnic
The counter service restaurant offers snack boxes filled with fried chicken, kelp fritters, shrimp slices and more (I love the taste of buttery chicken), and kiwi flavored fairy powder soda. You can also find roast beef popcorn trucks nearby (special flavored popcorn is a big deal at Tokyo Disney!). .
Tokyo Disney Ocean Dream Hot Spring Hotel
Tokyo Disney Ocean Dream Hot Spring Hotel offers two different hotel concepts overlooking the Dream Hot Spring. The Dream Castle Hotel is a luxury hotel with 419 rooms and easy access to the new land. At the same time, the Grand Castle Hotel is a luxury hotel, the highest level of the resort, with only 56 rooms and exclusive facilities. This pastel-colored hotel features a whimsical Art Nouveau design, with Disney princess-inspired throughout the rooms and public Spaces. There is also a shop downstairs facing the park, the Dream Springs Gift Shop.
How to enter the Dream Spa
To enter Fantasy Springs, guests need a free alternate pass or a Disney VIP pass for an eligible attraction (for a fee). The only attraction that doesn’t offer Premier Access is Fairy Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies. Guests staying at the new hotel and those who have purchased an eligible vacation package can also enter the land with a 1-day passport. For more information, visit the Tokyo Disney website.
