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Club 33 Members Denied Access for Several Months at Disney Park

Tokyo Disneyland’s ultra-exclusive Club 33, located within the park’s iconic World Bazaar, has temporarily closed its doors. Construction walls now surround the entrance to this members-only retreat as it undergoes a scheduled three-month refurbishment.

Known for its luxurious dining experience and air of mystery, Club 33 is a coveted destination for Disney enthusiasts who manage to secure a membership—a feat in itself due to the club’s notoriously exclusive and secretive nature.

Club 33 menu at Disneyland
Credit: Disney

Conceived by Walt Disney as a private lounge for VIPs, Club 33 has become a global phenomenon, with locations at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Shanghai Disneyland, and Tokyo Disneyland.

While each location offers unique design elements and dining experiences, Tokyo Disneyland’s Club 33 stands out for its seamless integration of traditional Japanese elegance with the park’s signature storytelling.

Nestled on the second floor of a building within World Bazaar, it provides members with breathtaking views of the bustling thoroughfare below and a front-row seat to the park’s parades.

Disney characters Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy stand in front of Cinderella's Castle at Tokyo Disneyland
Credit: Tokyo Disney Resort

A Legacy of Exclusivity

Disney has never officially disclosed the cost of joining Club 33, but a lawsuit filed by former members Diana and Scott Anderson shed some light on the hefty price tag. According to the couple, gaining membership to Disneyland’s Club 33—tucked above Pirates of the Caribbean at 33 Royal Street in New Orleans Square—required a $40,000 initiation fee, followed by annual dues of $10,000.

“It is a cult, and Walt’s the messiah,” Diana Anderson told The Hollywood Reporter.

The Andersons claimed this membership granted unlimited access to the exclusive club but came with an unspoken caveat: priority access for Tom Hanks. They alleged that Hanks received special treatment when booking reservations. They also recounted an incident involving Katy Perry, who reportedly faced backlash for auctioning off Club 33 access for $160,000 to raise funds for charity.

Club 33 exterior
Credit: Disney

Their time as members ended after their membership was revoked due to Scott Anderson allegedly being intoxicated near the entrance of Disney California Adventure Park. Despite this, the couple revealed they had spent nearly $125,000 annually on their Disney trips during their membership.

While Tokyo Disneyland’s Club 33 may share this reputation for exclusivity, it also reflects the unique cultural influences of its location. The menu features a curated mix of traditional Japanese dishes and Western favorites crafted to meet the high expectations of its members. Photography within the club is heavily restricted, with guests reportedly allowed to photograph only the exquisite meals served.

Have you ever visited Club 33?

Chloe James

Chloë is a theme park addict and self-proclaimed novelty hunter. She's obsessed with all things Star Wars, loves roller coasters (but hates Pixar Pal-A-Round), and lives for Disney's next Muppets project.

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