Photo Essay: Tokyo Disneyland New Beauty and the Beast Castel
Discover the magical Beauty and the Beast world in Japan
By SHIRLEY CHANG
The new Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast castle, which is the second castle that was built after the Cinderella Castle in Tokyo Disneyland. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
This area is based on one of the well-known Disney movies, Beauty and the Beast. Last September saw the opening of a new ride at Tokyo Disneyland. The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast, based on the Walt Disney film of the same name, was originally postponed for five months due to the pandemic.
Compared to the Cinderella Castle, the appearance of the Beauty and the Beast castle is more pink and rosy. Additionally, in order to give visitors the feeling of walking into the movie, every detail in the area was purposefully designed to reflect a scene in the movie, to create the magical aesthetic of main character Bella’s world.
The music that is playing in this area is from the movie. In some areas, though, you can also hear some special sound effects, such as the sound of Maurice, Bella’s father, inventing an automatic firewood chopper.
The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast really made me feel like I was in the movie, so much so that I watched it again when I got home.
Based on the movie of Beauty and the Beast, the castle was built with the elements of the film. Mrs. Potts and her son, Chip, are standing on the dinning table, saying welcome to everyone who visits. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
One of the new rides is called “The Magical Story of Beauty and the Beast”. It is designed with huge magical cups that give everyone a tour inside of the castle. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
Right in front of the castle is a popcorn stand that sells Beauty and the Beast limited edition popcorn. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
This beautiful designed popcorn container can be used as a lantern at night. You can take it home as a souvenir and decorate your home. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
This town is a recreation of the village that Bella visits in the film. Even the souvenir shop has turned into the “Little Town Traders”. | Photo by AKIKO SHI
Wide selection of Disney products can be found here, especially Beauty and the Beast themed dresses and accessories. | Photo by AKIKO SHI