The Happiest Place on Earth

Woken at 5:20 AM by a random Sydney number calling Kristine’s phone. Decided to get up and work as neither of us could get back to sleep.

Today was Clare’s day - AKA Tokyo Disneyland !

We did Paris Disneyland 18 months ago which was a big disappointment. I was a little concerned about today.

Skipped the morning run to save our legs - left home early, got home late - did lots of rides and Clare had a wonderful time.

The Japanese version of Disney could well be my favourite - the staff were ridiculously friendly, the lines were ok and the prices were less than I’d expected. $2 for water and $4 for ice cream. Times that by 3 at least in Paris Disneyland. Ben did the Star Wars ride 3 times - once by himself.

Everything worked well at Tokyo Disneyland and the animatronics on the rides seemed - newer ? It was noticeably newer, cleaner and a better customer service experience.

The other thing that stood out was how much effort people went to dress up as their favourite characters. Many people looked better than the cast themselves. And it was hot today - they would have been boiling in some of those outfits. Super impressive.

Finished a very long day and with a dinner for two in a laneway in Asakusa where they cook it ON your table. Food and the experience were first class.

Sat down with the kids and recut the plans for the rest of the week based on weather, motivation and the realisation we only have a few more days in Tokyo.Baca lagi