Originally Posted By paulyahoo We're going to Japan at the beginning of January and plan to spend two days at TDR. Since several rides will be closed starting from January 5, we're stuck with January 3 and 4 as possible dates for our visit. Does anybody have any experience with the period just after New Year? How crowded are the parks?
Originally Posted By Mr X Very crowded. The entire nation has those two days off from work, or very nearly. However, there are some special New Years shows going on that week which is an added bonus for you (also one of only 2 times a year you can see Mickey Mouse in a Kimono). Have fun.
Originally Posted By paulyahoo Thank you. It's our third visit to Japan and this time we're focusing on Kyoto area, so won't have much time for Tokyo. Alternative TDR working hours 10am-7pm are not very inspiring.
Originally Posted By Mr X Well, the trade-off to closed attractions and short operating hours is practically guaranteed light crowds. But I do agree, that's not the best time to visit. I'm sure you'll have a great time enjoying the New Years festivities at TDR, they are quite extensive and there's a real festive spirit despite the rather heavy crowds (it's not as horribly busy as other times of the year...you'll enjoy yourselves I think). Have fun!
Originally Posted By paulyahoo The parks were fine. DLP is often more packed these days than TDL during our visit. TDS was dead (as always in our experience.) We also went to Cirque du Soleil and it was half empty. It was the biggest surprise for us and a real shame for this brand new show!
Originally Posted By paulyahoo Actually, we're quite fed up with Disney right now (visited all the parks except Hong Kong since last May,) so we went to TDR mostly for their unique shows and attractions. But yes, we still did have fun
