on the way to Tokyo Disney Resort & Chiba City

It has been good fun poring over photos from our Japan trip in October 2019, thanks to Amanda & Sandy‘s Friendly Friday Blogging Challenge: On Your Way.

on the way to Tokyo Disneyland

Still thinking about Disney & Japan, one of my favourite memories from our trip in October 2019 to the Tokyo Disney Resort is my morning run.

Monday Mural: Disney Resort Line

Thanks to Amanda & Sandy, I am still thinking about our trip to Tokyo Disney & Chiba City in Oct 2019.

The Changing Seasons: October 2019

Highlight of my October is Younger Daughter & Grandparents’ (plus Me) Trip to Tokyo. We had 5 nights at Tokyo Disney Resort, 5 nights in Chiba (千葉市 Chiba–shi).

I haven’t been back to Japan since 2007 so was feeling a little apprehensive over my lack of the language. A Friend who visits the country several times each year assured me that that I would be fine, and after all, I was going to The Happiest Place on Earth (and she wasn’t referring to Disneyland).

Shortly upon arrival, I was reminded of how gracious the Japanese are – immigration is the most orderly and courteous I’ve encountered ever. I found this true throughout our visit as we encountered a variety of service people and folks on the street who were eager to help despite language barriers.

And of course, starting our trip in Tokyo Disney Resort was an easy way to ease ourselves into the swing of things.

JR Mahatma Station

The Resort Monorail

Entrance of Urayasu Sport Park (next to the Resort)

Just in case you forgot where you were.

Grandparents, Younger Daughter & I: Halloween at Disneysea

Chiba-shi is the capital of Chiba prefecture.  It afforded many conveniences without a big city feel. Running through the smaller streets gave me a chance to discover havens of greenery & beauty.