If you are planning your visit to Tokyo Disney Resort and have skimmed through the theme park’s website, the different types of passes can be confusing. We have put together a guide on each type of pass and our tips for obtaining them. As you can imagine, these passes are highly sought after by those who want to maximise their day. So, they can run out in a flash!
Table of Contents
- Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary Priority Pass (東京ディズニーリゾート40周年記念プライオリティパス): The Free Tool to Shorten Waiting Time
- Tokyo Disney Premier Access (ディズニー・プレミアアクセス): The Purchasable Tool to Shorten Waiting Time
- Tokyo Disney Priority Pass vs Tokyo Disney Premier Access
- About the Standby Pass and Disney Premier Access at Fantasy Springs
- Tokyo Disney Standby Pass (スタンバイパス): The Numbered Ticket for Queuing
- Tokyo Disney Entry Request (エントリー): A Lottery Draw That the Winner Gets to Enter a Certain Attraction
- Creating a Group on Your Tokyo Disney App
Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary Priority Pass (東京ディズニーリゾート40周年記念プライオリティパス): The Free Tool to Shorten the Waiting Time
Tokyo Disney Priority Pass, also commonly referred to as Tokyo Disney Express Pass, is what you will want to get as soon as you enter Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Why is the pass so important? Because the free Disney FastPass shortens the queue time for a ride, the 40th Anniversary Priority Pass is a goldmine when the usual waiting time is around 2 hours long!
For tips on how to get the priority passes in Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, refer to our Guide to the Tokyo Disney Resort’s Priority Pass article!
Tokyo Disney Premier Access (ディズニー・プレミアアクセス): The Purchasable Tool to Shorten the Waiting Time
Disney Premier Access is similar to the Universal Studios Japan Express Pass. You pay a premium to cut down the waiting time to board a ride or to enjoy a parade/show at a specific time. The service is recommended for attractions with long queues or those you don’t want to miss!
Although the Disney Premier Access costs extra, the pass sells out quickly, especially for the popular parades/shows, as everyone wants to see the parade without their view being blocked!
For more information and tips about Tokyo Disney Premier Access, including the average sold-out time, refer to our article on The Best Guide to Tokyo Disney Premier Access!
Tokyo Disney Priority Pass vs Tokyo Disney Premier Access
Both Tokyo Disney Priority Pass and Tokyo Disney Premier Access are tools that can cut down the queueing time for the applicable rides in Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. So, what is the difference between Disney Premier Access and the 40th Anniversary Priority Pass?
The most obvious difference is that Tokyo Disney Premier Access comes at a cost. Another key difference is that you can reserve the allocated time slot with Tokyo Disney Premier Access.
About Tokyo DisneySea Premier Access for the Rides in Fantasy Springs
The Fantasy Springs area at Tokyo DisneySea opened in June 2024. Many are attracted to Tokyo DisneySea because of this new area and want to try out all the rides there! Thus, the Disney Premier Access for the attractions in the area usually run out quickly.
Refer to our article on The Tips for Visiting Fantasy Springs in Tokyo DisneySea for more information!
Tokyo Disney Standby Pass (スタンバイパス): The Numbered Ticket for Queuing
Some rides and shops in Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea may require a Standby Pass for entry, depending on the expected congestion levels. So, as soon as you enter Tokyo Disney Resort, you may want to secure those Tokyo Disneyland Standby Pass or Tokyo DisneySea Standby Pass first, as they tend to run out fast!
Once you have obtained a Standby Pass, remember to visit the attractions during the allotted time.
And no, the Tokyo Disney Standby Pass is free.
The rules for getting your subsequent Standby Pass are the same as those for your Tokyo Disney Priority Pass.
- Refer to HERE for Tokyo DisneySea Standby Pass attraction and shop list.
- Refer to HERE for Tokyo Disneyland Standby Pass attraction and shop list.
Important:
☛ The official app is the only way to secure the Tokyo Disney Standby Passes for attractions that require them. Please get in touch with the attraction’s staff if you don’t have a smartphone.
☛ If your children are under 13 years of age, they will need to use your official app to get a Standby Pass.
Tips:
☛ The Tokyo Disney Standby Pass for attractions and shops is counted separately, so you can have a Standby Pass for a shop and a ride at the same time.
☛ If you are lucky, you may still be able to obtain a standby pass after the Tokyo Disney Standby Pass has been fully distributed, if someone has cancelled their Standby Pass.
☛ There is a higher chance that the Standby Pass for the evening time slots will be canceled. Usually, people cancel the evening time slots in the morning. In rarer cases, the Standby Pass may become available 10 to 20 minutes before the allocated time slot.
Tokyo Disney Entry Request (エントリー): A Lottery Draw That the Winner Gets to Enter a Certain Attraction
Some popular shows and attractions can only be accessed through an Entry Request. Those who have submitted their request participate in a lottery draw. The winning prize is an admission ticket to a show or ride. The lottery can generally be entered until 5 minutes before the attraction’s starting time.
Since participating in Tokyo Disney Entry Request is free, most visitors submit their requests to the attractions they are interested in, which lowers the overall chances of winning the lottery. So here are some tips to increase your chance of winning:
- The early morning slots are the easiest to get to because the number of participants is the lowest. After all, you need to be inside Tokyo Disney Resort to submit your entry. There isn’t much time between the park opening and the lottery closing.
- The time slots that coincide with the show or parade time also tend to have fewer participants in drawings.
- The evening slots are the second easiest to get to because most people will be focusing on shopping and eating instead.
- Refer to HERE for Tokyo DisneySea Entry Request attraction and show list.
- Refer to HERE for Tokyo Disneyland Entry Request attraction and show list.
Tip: It seems like a session’s participation period is divided into sections, with a number of winners being assigned to each session. So, if you have already lost a few lotteries, waiting until the hour hand hits 6 or 12 the next time might be a good idea.
Creating a Group on Your Tokyo Disney App
Creating a group on your Tokyo Disney App is a handy way to secure passes. As the passes and Disney Premier Access can be obtained simultaneously, if you plan to visit the park with others, form a group on the app so that one person can purchase the Disney Premier Access and the other can obtain the Priority Pass.
How to Create a Group on Your Tokyo Disney App
- Ensure that your Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea admission ticket is registered on the official app on your phone.
- Once your ticket is registered, the “Create Group” button will appear on the home screen underneath your name.
- Click “Create Group” to invite others to join. A joining link will be sent to those you have invited.
- Your family and friends must click the invitation link to join your group.
The Reasons That You Couldn’t Create/Join a Group
- Check if your Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea admission ticket has been added to the app. Disney hotel reservations and Disney restaurant reservations/priority seating can also be used to create a plan for the day, allowing you to create a group in the official Tokyo Disney app.
- Verify that everyone you want to invite has an official Disney account and has downloaded the official app.
- Check if the person has joined another group.
- You will need to create a group per day.
- Try to restart the app or your phone.
Important: Only those who are 13 years of age or older can create a Disney account. To include your children in the group, scan their park tickets using the official app on your phone.
What Is Shared Between the Group Members on the Disney Official App
- Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea admission ticket
- Disney hotel accommodation reservation (if the booking was made on the official website)
- Disney resort restaurant reservations/priority seating
- Tokyo Disney Premier Access, Tokyo Disney Priority Pass, and Tokyo Disney Standby Pass
- The entry requests that you have won
- Disney mobile order: Note that the items in the order can only be changed by the one who has placed the order.
Other Tips for Visiting Tokyo Disney Resort
Japan’s world-famous Tokyo Disney Resort is the top attraction near Tokyo. To enjoy the resort to its fullest, you will want to avoid the large crowds and explore the parks efficiently. In addition to securing your passes, there are other tips that will make your day at the Kingdom of Dreams and Magic smoother.
For more information, refer to our article “The Tips I Wish I Had Known Before Visiting Tokyo Disney Resort!”
