The September 4, 2001, grand opening of Tokyo DisneySea, Disney's ninth theme park, represents the culmination of 10 years of collaboration, from concept to construction, by The Walt Disney Company and Oriental Land Co., Ltd., the owner and operator of the Tokyo Disney Resort. Tokyo DisneySea takes its inspiration from its location next to the shoreline of Tokyo Bay. Designed in the grand tradition of Disney family entertainment, the attractions and shows are themed to the myths, legends and lore of the sea.

Buoyed by the phenomenal success of Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea expanded the Tokyo Disney Resort into an integrated, multi-day resort destination, which includes the Disney Ambassador Hotel; Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta; Ikspiari, a unique shopping and dining complex; and the Disney Resort Line monorail, which connects all resort locations for guest convenience.

The elegant 502-room Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta stands dramatically at the entrance to the park, providing guests with impressive views of Tokyo DisneySea Mediterranean Harbor and the waters of Tokyo Bay and beyond. The hotel's elegant European design captures the ambience of old-world Italy and offers luxury accommodations and amenities.

The Disney Resort Line monorail further enhances resort guest convenience and enjoyment by circling the entire Tokyo Disney Resort. Unique Mickey Mouse-shaped windows highlight the sleek profile of the Resort Liner cars.

In the summer of 2001, Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade - Dreamlights, a new nighttime entertainment show created in the spirit of the original Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade, made its debut. The half-mile glittering entertainment spectacle features more than 1 million lights, 100 dancers and everyone's favorite Disney characters.