Literaryland

Fantaysland in each Magic Kingdom style park is established to represent a world of whimsy and imagination, mainly derived from the animated Disney film adaptations for classic works of European literature. Typically depicted as an amalgamation of European villages and settings, Fantasyland works as a transition from a medieval castle setting into realms of fantasy.

In Literaryland, the same purpose will now be adapted to other works of European literature that were written during eras such as the Victorian Period, transitioning from a central Renaissance era iconic Castle towards the park's hub. Classic authors such as Charles Dickens, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Cervantes, and many more - take the place of classic animated Disney films, and now represent a different perspective on a European 'fantasyland' merging different genres of literature together in one location.

Land Location

25 - The Castle 城

Astutely named, 'The Castle' embodies both a fairy-tale castle along with a historical Victorian Castle that would appear towards the end of the Renaissance and the Age of Enlightenment's beginning. Traversing through the Castle, guests can peruse through various artifacts from the middle ages, yet at the same time transition from a historical romance into a fictional fantasyland of classic literature.

The Castle Exterior

26 - A Wind of Chance チャンスの風

"Dr. Watson, what do you make of this?" you might hear in the distance as you trek towards 221b Baker Street. Based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's literary works of the investigative detective Sherlock Holmes, join Holmes and his partner Dr. Watson on an quest to find a masked illusionist as he terrorizes London. In an evolution of Mr. Toad's Wild Ride - journey through the streets of London on a high-speed chase through the corners and back alleys to find this menace.

Attraction Length: 3 minutes and 30 seconds; Capacity 1,100 guests per hour

London Tutor Town Exteriors

27 - Quest of the Knight-Errant ナイト・エラントの探求

One of the most influential works of the Spanish Golden Age, Don Quixote is the noble (hidalgo) Alonso Quixano who upon reading too many chivalric romances goes insane and decides to go off on a quest to be a knight-errant, and encounters wacky adventures along the way, mixing fiction with non-fiction events. On this attraction you'll be along for the adventure as he glides along the Spanish hillside and encounters an infamous windmill. The antics that ensue cause a rollicking family roller-coaster through the countryside, akin to and almost in the same location as, the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train in Fantasyland at Walt Disney World.

Attraction Length: 2 minutes and 20 seconds; Capacity 1,700 guests per hour; Height: 38 inches to ride

28 - The Flatlands 平地

Based on the 20th Century novel by Thomas Mann, The Magic Mountain, board this psychological twist on the Matterhorn as you trek up the Davos Alps to encounter a sanatorium, yet instead get caught in an avalanche that sends your sleds rolling down the Alpine hillside.

Attraction Length: 3 minutes and 10 seconds; Capacity 1,350 guests per hour; Height: 44 inches to ride

The Alpine Mountain Range

29 - 'Round the World 世界中で

Inspired by the Jules Verne novel Around the World in 80 Days, board a helium balloon ride 250 feet above Nara Dreamland. This will be an iconic attraction that will feature panoramic views of the entire theme park as well as the surrounding areas on clear days. In the original concept art for Disneyland in the early 1950s, a balloon ride was set to take off into the skies and now that vision is finally being realized as the evolution of the park's 'skyway'.

Attraction Length: 2 minutes and 30 seconds; Capacity 400 guests per hour

View from Above - Art inspired by Tyrus Wong (artist on Around the World in 80 Days film)

29 - Shigai Shiden Gankutsu-ou (The Count of Monte Cristo)

A fixation of Western literature as recognizable as 'Mickey Mouse' according to writer and critic Luc Sante - Alexandre Dumas' The Count of Monte Cristo is the inspiration behind this stage-show attraction. This attraction will be focused on the Japanese translation of the tale, which is very popular in Japan. With the Japanese dialogue throughout the experience, the 35 minute experience is worthy of a watch when you're in Literaryland.

Attraction Capacity 2,100 guests per show; Check times guides for more information.

The Count of Monte Cristo Exterior

31 - Primum Movens

Based primarily on The Knight's Tale of The Canterbury Tales, this walk-through interactive show experience akin to Fantasy Faire at Disneyland, is a kid friendly adaptation that focuses on you becoming knights of your own. This attraction has interwoven itself with the Rinascita LARP attraction - which means the actions here may have consequences or rewards when returning to the Renaissance land.

Attraction Length: 15 minutes; Capacity 800 guests per hour

32 - Seasonal Dickens Theater 季節ディケンズシアター

Adaptations of famous Charles Dickens works in Japanese, open seasonally throughout the year. Example: Oliver Twist in the spring/summer, and A Christmas Carol in the fall/winter.

Attraction Length: 25 minutes; Capacity 1,000 guests per show

33 - Jekyll and Hyde Spin ジキルとハイド

A kiddie spinner attraction dueling to the themes of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Attraction Length: 1 minute 30 seconds; Capacity 800 guests per hour

34 - Oxford Library Exhibition Hall オックスフォード図書館展示ホール

Venture inside this rendition of a Victorian mansion library in this quiet, tranquil D-Zone near The Flatlands coaster attraction.

35 - The Magenta Wedding マゼンタ結婚式

Table-Service restaurant in 'The Castle' where you are treated like a King and Queen. As you arrive to your decadent table with the illustrious architecture surrounding you, a buffet style dinner will be served to your and your family with medieval delights from a different time and ancient world. Reservations are recommended.

36 - The Tabard Inn タバードイン

Quick-Service location service drinks, snacks, and other expeditious items.

37 - Mediterranean Shores 地中海沿岸

Shop near the exit queue to the stage-show rendition of the Count of Monte Cristo selling show merchandise as well as a variety of Nara Disneyland and Literaryland gear.

38 - Discovered and Solved 発見と解決

A detective shoppe located across from the exit to the Wind of Chance, Sherlock Holmes inspired attraction.

39 - The Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe イェ・オールド・クリスマス・ショップ

Near the entrance to the Dickens Seasonal Theater is a quaint holiday shoppe selling old-fashioned decorations and artifacts. Open year-round.

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