Tokyo Disney Resort Announces Third Ticket Price Change in 18 Months Effective October 1

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Tokyo Disney Resort is set to increase ticket prices for Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea for the third time since April 2020, a record pace for the resort that once only raised prices every few years. Starting October 1, 2021, the two-tier ticket price system will be expanded to four tiers, depending on anticipated crowds. … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Frankenstein Dog’ is a Frightfully Delicious Halloween Snack at Universal Studios Japan

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Universal Studios Japan has been keeping their chefs hard at work this year to create incredible new snacks and treats to celebrate the park’s 20th anniversary, and the return of Halloween Horror Nights is no exception! At the Hot Dogs trailer in the New York area’s No Limit! Market, unsuspecting guests can chow down on … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Reveals 2022-23 Ambassador Mika Ogasawara

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Every couple of years, Disney resorts around the world announce their new Ambassadors, the special person or people who will represent their resort and its guests and Cast Members for two years. So far, we’ve already met the team of ambassadors for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris; now, the Oriental Land Company has revealed … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable Peanuts “Horror Night 2021” Merchandise Pops into Universal Studios Japan

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Although not a figure at the US-based parks, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang are central to Universal Studios Japan, even getting their own mini-section of the Universal Wonderland area. And for Halloween this year, the park has released a cute merchandise line featuring Charlie Brown, Linus, Snoopy, and the others in their finest Halloween costumes, … Read more

VIDEO: Cuteness Goes Sour with Killer Cutie Avenue Zombies at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021

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Japan is all about cuteness culture, and Universal Studios Japan typically delivers it time and time again. But for Halloween Horror Nights 2021, things seem to have taken a slightly… different turn. Every night, the San Francisco area of the park transforms into Killer Cutie Avenue, featuring evil spirits of fat, adorable kids, ghostly tea … Read more

VIDEO: Cyberpunk Zombies Come to Life on Cyber Monster Boulevard at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021

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For decades, Japan has been known as one of the world’s technological powerhouses, with even the genre of cyberpunk itself owing inspiration to Japan’s 1980s-era tech boom. And at Halloween Horror Nights 2021, Universal Studios Japan pays tribute to the cyberpunk genre with a slew of zombies that occupy Cyber Monster Boulevard! Every night after … Read more

VIDEO: Gaze in Horror at DJ X Psycho Street’s Zombies at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021

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Keep your ears alert when you visit Universal Studios Japan for Halloween Horror Nights, and be sure to run away when you hear the sounds of chainsaws! The street zombies have returned to the park this year, including the infamous chainsaw zombies. Ready to terrify Guests both on the streets of New York and on … Read more

VIDEO: Scream and Dance Halloween Away with Zombie De Dance at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021

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After two long years of waiting, Halloween Horror Nights has finally returned to Universal Studios Japan! And if you’re lucky enough to position yourself at the Gramercy Park Stage in the New York area with just the right timing, you might just catch an odd sight—dancing zombies! They’re surprisingly coordinated, and even the infamous chainsaw … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disney Resort Releasing Official Cookbook on September 22

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Tokyo Disney Resort is well-known for many things, but perhaps one of the more significant memories most guests have are of the delicious treats you can pick up! From perennial favorites like Gyoza Dogs to seasonal delights like popcorn soda, there’s always something special to try at the parks. And now, guests can bring home … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Studios Japan September 2021 (Super Nintendo World Elements Broken, Halloween Begins, One Piece Restaurant, & More)

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Halloween has returned to Universal Studios Japan, and that means it’s our turn to check in on the latest happenings! Imagine, if you will, that you’re in Osaka, and join us on a journey around this marvel of a park. This year, Universal Studios Japan kept the Super Nintendo World banners up around the entrance … Read more

LinaBell, A New Friend of Duffy, Arriving at Shanghai Disneyland September 29th, Tokyo Disney Resort & Hong Kong Disneyland in Autumn 2022

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So far, six friends of Duffy have been introduced over the past 15 years — Duffy the Disney Bear, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou, CookieAnn, and ‘OluMel. And this fall, the adorable plush troupe gains a seventh friend in LinaBell the fox! Starting September 29th, LinaBell will make her global debut at Shanghai Disneyland Park, the first … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Mickey & Friends Enjoying the Parks’ Merchandise Coming October 6 to Tokyo Disney Resort

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The merchandise train never ends at Tokyo Disney Resort, and one recurring theme we’ve noticed is characters enjoying their day at the two parks, featuring beloved icons, attractions, and food. In the spring, we saw a full line of Nick & Judy merchandise with this theme, followed this month by ghosts. Now, Mickey and the … Read more

Halloween-Themed “Mickey & Friends Greeting Parade” Starts Today at Tokyo Disneyland

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Although we still haven’t experienced Disney Halloween at Tokyo Disney Resort since 2019, Tokyo Disneyland is ready to celebrate once again with an improved version of the Mickey & Friends Greeting Parade! From September 15th through October 31st, Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends along with spooky skeletons will greet Guests in the Mickey & … Read more

BREAKING: Tokyo Disneyland to Host “Halloween Morning” Upcharge Event Featuring Costumes & Different Greeting Parade

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Tokyo Disney Resort is normally well-known for bundling all seasonal festivities into the standard tickets, only hosting upcharge events for the annual Countdown Party on New Year’s Eve. However, with the shortened hours and extra-low capacity currently in place at Tokyo Disneyland, it seems that the Oriental Land Company is ready to dip their toes … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Extends Reduced Hours & Alcohol Suspension Through September 30 Amid State of Emergency Extension

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In light of the State of Emergency being extended around Japan yet again, the Oriental Land Company has announced that the reduced park hours implemented on May 17 will be extended once again through September 30. Although COVID-19 cases are falling in and around Tokyo, daily case numbers and the percent of hospital beds occupied … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Country Bear Jamboree’ Themed Serveware Coming October 27 to Tokyo Disneyland

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We love our Country Bears here at Tokyo Disneyland, from presenting all three versions of the beloved Jamboree every year to incredible tributes in merchandise! The latest addition to our plethora of Country Bear-themed merch is this new set of serveware coming October 27 to Tokyo Disneyland! Tray – ¥1900 ($17.23) Plate – ¥1800 ($16.32) … Read more