Best Time to Visit Tokyo Disney Resort (2025)

Knowing the best time to visit Tokyo Disney Resort can make or break a trip and can lead to a day full of rides and shows.

As with every theme park around the world, no one wants to visit when the park is super busy. If you can avoid the crowds, you are going to have a much better experience exploring the parks and enjoying your favourite rides.

Tokyo Disney Resort is a very popular park, with queues beginning to form 2 hours ahead of opening sometimes. 

Best Time to Visit Tokyo Disney Resort

There are certain months and times of the year you need to avoid because of crowds or weather, so let’s jump into key dates.

The worst time to visit Tokyo Disney Resort

Weekends – This sounds obvious but avoid weekends and Mondays; the park is a lot busier on these days, with locals heading to the parks for a weekend trip. This is always a time when the best rides at Tokyo Disneyland are busy and full.

National holidays – Japan has some major public holidays which see these theme parks flying fast. Use the office holidays to check for dates but generally, the first week of May is Japan’s Golden Week and the Christmas season can be busy too. There are 16 national holidays throughout the year so keep an eye on these dates and avoid them. 

Weather – Although we talk about the positives of visiting in the low season below, the weather is the biggest reason that winter is avoided. During January and February, temperatures can drop to 0°C or 32°F and it can get windy. It begins to warm up in March. 

On the other hand, summer can be unbearably hot, hitting highs of 31°C or 88°F. However, coming from Thailand, we don’t mind the heat too much!

Seasonal events – When Disney holds big seasonal events, expect moderate to heavy crowds in the parks. The event may be a draw in itself but it is worth noting that Tokyo Disney Resort offers several different events throughout the year. Visit the Tokyo Disney Resort events page for up-to-date details. It is worth noting that the first and last days of seasonal events are particularly busy, whether you are visiting Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea.

Busiest times of the year in Tokyo Disney

• New Year’s – Once the Christmas event ends through to the first week of January, the park sees huge crowds. 
• Spring break – From the end of February and throughout March, local schools have Spring Break, causing a huge spike in visitors at Tokyo Disney. 
• Golden week – As mentioned above, this national holiday is best to avoid and lands around the end of April, or the beginning of May. 
• Summer holidays – Expect huge crowds and hot, humid weather throughout July and August.

Best times to visit Tokyo Disney Resort

Best day of the week to visit Tokyo Disneyland: – Tuesday to Friday are much better days to visit the park compared to the weekend and Mondays. 

Mornings – Crowds are at their heaviest during the morning, so arrive early but stay late to make the most out of your trip. 

Winter/slow season – Even though you should avoid the build-up to Christmas time if you are looking for a quiet experience at Tokyo Disney, head here during the last few weeks of January and the first two weeks of February. The weather is much colder but the parks are particularly quiet. However, if you are opting for this time, make sure you check the Chinese New Year period, Tokyo Disney is a popular place during this time. 

June – June is the rainy season in Japan and with the rain comes quieter parks. If you don’t mind the rain, use these days to your advantage. 

Best time of year to visit Tokyo Disneyland:

• April – The weather is warming up, Japan is full of cherry blossoms and Tokyo Disney has a fun Easter event throughout April leading into May.
• May – After Golden Week, the crowds are quieter and the weather is warmer. 
• October and November – You can experience both Christmas and Halloween events during these months but also lower crowds and cooler weather. 

Check your dates – If you want to check that you have chosen the right dates to visit, head over to this crowd calendar. It is in Japanese but use Google Translate on Chrome to read this accurately.

Recap: Which months are the best time to visit Tokyo Disney Resort?

January – Visit; Lower crowds but cold weather

February – Hit or miss; Unpredictable crowds depending on holidays and CNY plus cold weather

March – Avoid; spring break brings large crowds

April – Visit; head here before 29th April for quieter crowds and warmer weather.  

May – Visit; Pleasant temperature and low crowds; visit after Golden Week

June – Hit or miss; Rainy season can bring quieter crowds but some events and attractions will be cancelled. 

July – Avoid; Hot and humid, visit at the start of the month if this is your only option.

August – Avoid; High temperatures and high crowd levels

September – Crowds are lower and temperature becomes more manageable. 

October – Hit or miss; Typhoon season brings lower crowds but bad weather and generally, only indoor attractions will run. However, you can get quiet and dry days and experience Halloween events. 

November – Visit; Cooler weather, quieter crowds and both Halloween and Christmas events

December – Hit or miss; cold weather but fun Christmas events – avoid after 25th December

No matter what time you visit, we hope you have an amazing time in Tokyo Disney, let us know which park was your favourite in the comments below!

Planning when to visit Tokyo Disney Resort

Best Seasons to Visit

• Spring (March-May) 🌸 – Mild weather, cherry blossoms (late March–early April), but can be crowded during Golden Week (late April–early May).
• Autumn (September – November) 🍁 – Comfortable temperatures, beautiful foliage, and fewer crowds compared to summer.
• Winter (December – February) ❄️ – Less crowded (except for Christmas & New Year’s), magical holiday decorations, and seasonal events.

Worst Times to Visit

• Golden Week (late April–early May) – One of Japan’s busiest holidays; extreme crowds are expected as this is arguably one of the best theme parks in Asia.
• Obon Festival (mid-August) – High temperatures, humidity, and large crowds.
• New Year’s (late December–early January) – Beautiful but extremely packed.

Best Days of the Week

• Tuesday–Thursday – Weekdays generally have lighter crowds.
• Avoid weekends & Japanese holidays – Locals and tourists flood the parks, as this is one of the most popular and best theme parks in Japan.

Special Events & Seasons

• Halloween (September–October) – Fun decorations, themed food, and guests in costumes.
• Christmas (November–December) – Stunning lights, festive parades, and limited-time shows.
• Easter (March–June) – Cute spring-themed decorations and seasonal treats.

Weather Considerations

• Summer (June–August) – Hot, humid, and frequent rain; prepare for high temperatures and bring cooling towels.
• Typhoon Season (August–September) – Check weather forecasts to avoid potential storm disruptions.