UPDATE: “Big Band Beat” Stage Show Holding Open Rehearsals at Tokyo DisneySea

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Last week, listings on the Tokyo Disney Resort Vacation Package website briefly pointed to an imminent restart of entertainment at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea before being taken down. While the return of parades at Tokyo Disneyland on March 27th didn’t come to pass, it seems one part of that rumor may yet—the Broadway Music … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street Confectionery & The Chapeau Now Closed for Lengthy Remodeling and Expansion Project as Part of Magic Kingdom’s 50th Anniversary

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Yesterday, the Main Street Confectionery and The Chapeau had their final day of operations before closing for a months-long refurbishment in preparation for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary “World’s Most Magical Celebration”. While the lights outside the Main Street Confectionery remain on, the shop itself is now shuttered for the refurbishment. According to Disney, the … Read more

PHOTO: First Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Game Portal Removed from Main Street Cinema at The Magic Kingdom

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Today marks the beginning of the remodeling and expansion project at the Main Street Confectionery and The Chapeau on Main Street, U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom. As part of this transition, the Main Street Cinema reopened today to serve as a temporary outlet for pre-made treats and bagged candy normally sold at The Confectionery. Most … Read more

VIDEO: Celebrate Global Pop Hits and Universal Studios Japan’s 20th Anniversary in “Power of Pop: UNLIMITED”

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Universal Studios Japan has an annual tradition of renewing its entertainment in the spring, and the latest crop has arrived! The extremely popular Power of Pop series is now in its fourth year, and they’ve come up with a whole new show to commemorate Universal Studios Japan’s 20th Anniversary “NO LIMIT” celebration featuring hits from … Read more

PHOTOS: New Blue Type-C Monorail Delivered to Tokyo Disney Resort

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Tokyo Disney Resort has recently started to replace its nearly 20-year-old fleet of Disney Resort Line monorails with a new “Type-C” rolling stock through 2024. The first set, Monorail Yellow, was delivered in December 2019 and entered service last July, with Monorail Pink received in November 2020 and entering service in January this year. Now, thanks … Read more

VIDEO: Experience the Fusion of Western and Eastern Music in “East Meets West: Celebration” at Universal Studios Japan

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East Meets West is a popular street show at Universal Studios Japan featuring three talented violinists and one Japanese shamisen player, playing daily at the park since 2019. Now in its third refresh, the latest version celebrates 20 years of Universal Studios Japan with popular songs and classical tributes side-by-side, capped off by the theme … Read more

VIDEO: Watch Bert & Ernie Perform BMX and Rollerblade Stunts in the NEW “Sesame Street NO LIMIT Energy” Show at Universal Studios Japan

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Sesame Street-themed street shows have been a tradition for a decade now at Universal Studios Japan, and this year is no exception! To celebrate the park’s 20th anniversary, the show features Bert, Ernie, and Elmo each performing special new talents in Sesame Street NO LIMIT Energy in the New York area of Universal Studios Japan! … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disneyland Partnering with Sadaharu AOKI Paris Bakery to Create Premium Snacks Starting April 1st

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While Tokyo Disney Resort is known for its delicious and occasionally crazy seasonal treats, the Oriental Land Company has long taken care of food in the parks on their own—until now. Starting April 1st, select locations at Tokyo Disneyland will offer exclusive Beauty and the Beast-themed treats from the acclaimed Sadaharu AOKI Paris bakery! Matcha … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Replaces “Ladies and Gentlemen” With “Welcome Everyone” in Park Announcements to Promote Gender Inclusiveness

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In an effort to make all Guests regardless of gender identity feel welcome at the park, the Oriental Land Company has changed the wording of all in-park announcements at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, according to Huffington Post Japan and a number of Twitter users. According to the Huffington Post JP, the change began on … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Introducing Mobile Order System “Soon”

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At long last joining the United States parks, Tokyo Disney Resort will reportedly be introducing Mobile Ordering at its restaurants “soon”, per Kyodo News (in Japanese). Kyodo News stated that Mobile Ordering will be introduced as another facet to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure social distancing for Guests as they order food. Guests … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort to Pilot Sales of NEW DisneySea Early Entry Tickets to Hotel Guests Starting April 1st

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As the Oriental Land Company explores additional ways to increase revenue from Guests visiting Tokyo Disney Resort, it seems they will be piloting a new upcharge service — early entry to the Disney Parks for Hotel Guests. The program will be underway from April 1st through June 30th as a test to gauge Guest interest. … Read more

RUMOR: Parades Returning March 27th to Tokyo Disneyland, Mickey’s Magical Music World, Big Band Beat and Usatama on the Run! Beginning April 1st

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At long last, entertainment may finally be returning in (almost) full swing to Tokyo Disney Resort! Parades and seasonal events are rumored to be on their way back to Tokyo Disney Resort according to pages on the Tokyo Disney Resort Vacation Packages site, and the exciting new Mickey’s Magical Music World show may make its … Read more

The Happy Fair with Baymax Finally Starting April 5th at Tokyo Disneyland

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After nearly a year of delays, Tokyo Disneyland will finally hold The Happy Fair with Baymax event starting April 5th. The Happy Fair with Baymax, previously scheduled for June 1st of last year and January 13th this year, features a greeting with the personal healthcare companion himself as its centerpiece, along with decor around Tomorrowland … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour Universal Studios Japan’s Incredible 20th Anniversary Merchandise Featuring JAWS, Back to the Future, and More

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On March 31st, Universal Studios Japan will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and there’s already a slew of merchandise on sale to celebrate properties that have graced the park during its first 20 years, including Back to the Future, JAWS, and Sesame Street! You can take a video tour below on our YouTube channel, or keep … Read more

UPDATE: Tokyo Disney Resort Adjusting Capacity & Operating Hours As Tokyo Exits State of Emergency

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Last week we reported that Tokyo Disney Resort raised its capacity to 10,000 people starting March 22nd, now we have further information on how capacity will be raised in the coming weeks, as well as announced operating hour changes from the Oriental Land Company. As of now, Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are operating at … Read more

PHOTO: “The Band Concert” Mickey Mouse Popcorn Bucket Coming March 30th to Tokyo Disney Resort

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The Band Concert is remembered to this day as one of Disney’s most iconic Mickey Mouse shorts and has been represented in the parks with character greetings and even the former Silly Symphony Swings at Disney California Adventure. Now, Tokyo Disney Resort is bringing the classic look to a popcorn bucket beginning March 30th! The … Read more