 Mysterious
Island could just as easily be named "Jules Verne Land," as his works are the primary
inspiration for this area of Tokyo DisneySea. It is the smallest area of
the Park but it holds two of the biggest attractions: Journey to the
Center of the Earth and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
Contradictory to its name, Mysterious Island is not an island at all. It is instead built into the side of Mount Prometheus, the giant volcano that is the
Park's centerpiece and most prominent feature. Because Mount Prometheus is an active volcano (thanks to the help of Disney magic), there is a restless
energy all around you.
Steam can be seen
escaping from cracks in the side of the volcano. The landscape is rocky
and devoid of plant life. There is a turbulent
waterway which occupies the center of the area, and geysers shoot up
dozens of feet in the air.
Although Mysterious Island seems big, besides the two aforementioned
attractions there's not a lot to do here. There is one restaurant, one
small shop, and that's about it. Unless you have a complete aversion to
thrill rides though, you will want to at least come here to ride Journey
to the Center of the Earth. |
