Backdraft and Terminator 2: 3-D Temporarily Closing September 14th Amid Low Attendance at Universal Studios Japan

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COVID-19 has hit the theme park industry around the world pretty hard. While attendance at Tokyo Disney Resort is rather high, its companion in Osaka has not seen the same success. Even on weekends, wait times at Universal Studios Japan remain low, and the crowds aren’t flocking back to theme parks in the same way … Read more

PHOTOS: New Devil Snoopy Headband, Keychain, and More Coming to Universal Studios Japan September 18

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Universal Studios Japan recently revealed to us their Halloween lineup of spooky entertainment in the time of COVID-19, but the frights definitely aren’t over yet! The park also showed off a small collection of the most adorable demon you could ever think of—Snoopy dressed as the devil! These deviously adorable items are just a small … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Reveals Schedule for Socially Distanced Character Greetings & Other Entertainment

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Since traditional meet-and-greets and entertainment programs have largely been suspended since the Tokyo Disney Resort reopened on July 1st, socially-distanced character greetings have taken place at both Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea at surprise times to avoid crowding. But it seems that as the Tokyo Disney Resort continues to ease back towards normality, the Oriental Land … Read more

NEW Silver Batuuan Spira Coming September 1st to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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One of the selling points of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios was the land’s deep immersion factor, completely enveloping Guests into the world of Batuu. This extended all the way down to special metal gift cards themed to the currency of Black Spire Outpost, known as the Batuuan Spira. Sparsely … Read more

BREAKING: “Disney Light the Night” Fireworks & “Nightfall Glow” Nighttime Parade Resuming September 1st at Tokyo Disney Resort

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While Tokyo Disney Resort continues to operate in an adjusted state due to COVID-19, it seems we’re taking steps back towards normality as of late. Between reports of Cast Member previews beginning for the highly-anticipated The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast early next month, and announcements of food for Halloween, we’re slowly but … Read more

REVIEW: Adorable Doraemon Dango Dumplings Comes with Delicious & Wacky Flavors at Universal Studios Japan

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No Japanese theme park ever commemorates anything without cute food to match. And with the new STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 XR Ride drawing Guests to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, there’s a quite a few delicious treats you can gorge on during your visit! One of my personal favorites was the Doraemon dango, which … Read more

VIDEO: Experience the Fiery “Backdraft” at Universal Studios Japan

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One of the incredible things about Japanese theme parks is that they hold onto some nostalgic properties longer than their American counterparts. At Tokyo Disneyland, we still see the original 1971 Haunted Mansion and Snow White’s Adventures from the Magic Kingdom, and at Universal Studios Japan, Back to the Future: The Ride held on nearly … Read more

Tokyo Disneyland Reportedly Holding Cast Previews for “The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast” September 7-10

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We’ve all been collectively on the edge of our seats for the past four years, waiting for The Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast, the new E-ticket attraction at Tokyo Disneyland to open. We were so close to the April 15th opening day when the COVID-19 extended closure shut down the park for over … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Toy Story” and “Monsters, Inc.” Luggage Tags Roll Into Tokyo Disney Resort

One of the worst situations you can face as a traveller is lost or confused luggage. But if you’re a fan of beloved Pixar franchises Toy Story or Monsters, Inc., you can now pick up special luggage tags to not only commemorate your favorite Pixar pals and also celebrate your visit to Tokyo Disney Resort! … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Releases Crowd Estimate Charts for Popular Stores

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Even though COVID-19 in particular has made us all collectively wary of crowded places, there’s a part of all of us that wants to avoid crowded places when we visit a Disney park, or anywhere really. Fortunately, even though crowds are almost an inevitability at Tokyo Disney Resort, the Oriental Land Company has released a … Read more

REVIEW: Say “Bello!” to the Minion Splash (with Ramune) at Universal Studios Japan

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Summertime in Osaka (and throughout Japan really) is known for its brutal heat and humidity. So whenever you visit Universal Studios Japan, naturally you want to cool down and relax with a sweet treat to beat the heat! And while there’s a number of cute snacks, you can’t miss the fun drinks like the Minion … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disney Pirates Summer Figure Set & Tomica Boat Sail into Tokyo DisneySea

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Ahoy there, mateys! Although Disney Pirates Summer has taken the summer off this year due to COVID-19, there’s still swashbucklin’ swag available at Tokyo DisneySea this year to remember what could’ve been. We’ve already gone through the majority of the merchandise, but now there’s a couple more new items that just made port this week. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Beauty and the Beast & Baymax-Themed Souvenir Snacks Debut at Tokyo Disneyland

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Even though the highly-anticipated New Fantasyland expansion at Tokyo Disneyland has yet to have an opening date announced, some of the associated themed merchandise has made appearances here and there as of late. One new set are these new souvenir snacks, known in Japan as omiyage, now available at Tokyo Disneyland! In Japanese culture, it’s … Read more

REVIEW: Adorable Doraemon Butt Dessert Tops Disappointing Doraemon Plate at Universal Studios Japan

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With Universal Studios Japan taking part in celebrating the 50th anniversary of beloved Japanese children’s character Doraemon with a new XR ride and other merchandise lines, it only makes sense that there’s food to match the occasion as well! So right after our third or fourth ride on the STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 XR … Read more

‘Olu Mel Costumed Character Debuting September 1st at Shanghai Disneyland

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The newest friend of the beloved Duffy the Disney Bear, ‘Olu Mel, has quickly made his way from Aulani to Shanghai and Hong Kong Disneyland, as well as Tokyo DisneySea this year! But, for the first time ever, starting September 1st, a full costumed ‘Olu Mel will debut at Shanghai Disneyland as part of the … Read more

REVIEW: The Fin-Tastic JAWS Blue Hawaii Frappe at Universal Studios Japan

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Ahoy there, mateys! Welcome to Amity Village at Universal Studios Japan, home of the very much still-functioning JAWS boat ride! And right across the way sits Boardwalk Snacks, home of the delicious JAWS Blue Hawaii Frappe. If that doesn’t catch your attention, surely the portion size will! How about we dive in? JAWS Blue Hawaii … Read more