PHOTOS: Adorable Disney Park Vacation “Zootopia” Merchandise Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort

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Although the Zootopia expansion is coming to Shanghai Disneyland, Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps are no strangers at Tokyo Disney Resort! The two adversaries-turned-partners are fairly popular at the resort, even getting their own meet-and-greet and a short summer show in 2019. Now, they’re on a small merchandise line featuring the duo having a good … Read more

PHOTOS: Jungle Cruise & Big Band Beat Candy Cases Coming March 30th to Tokyo Disney Resort

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Tokyo Disney Resort loves creating fun candy cases that depict various attractions and shows at the parks, from a holiday-themed popcorn cart to Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade: DreamLights. The latest set of candy cases on their way to the resort feature the iconic Jungle Cruise boats, skippered by Mickey Mouse, as well as Mickey on … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disneyland 38th Anniversary Merchandise Coming April 15th

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Tokyo Disneyland is turning 38 years old this year, and as is tradition for anniversaries at the parks, a small merchandise line is coming to celebrate! Last year, the park celebrated with a line dedicated to Fantasyland attractions past and present, now it’s focusing on a single shop—Kingdom Treasures, also in Fantasyland! The line features … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Raises Capacity to 10,000 Guests, Maintaining Shortened Hours Through March 31st

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The State of Emergency, ongoing in the Tokyo area since January 7th, is finally being lifted on March 21st! With that, Chiba Prefecture (home to the Tokyo Disney Resort) has released new guidelines indicating how theme parks in the prefecture (namely Tokyo Disney Resort) will be allowed to operate in the coming weeks. From March … Read more

VIDEO: Experience the Super Nintendo World Grand Opening Ceremony Featuring Mario Creator Shigeru Miyamoto

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Super Nintendo World finally opened to the public today at Universal Studios Japan after nearly a year of delays. And in celebration, Super Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto joined with Universal Studios Japan President J.L. Bonnier to put on a short ceremony in celebration, featuring a cute dance and lots of confetti! The best part is … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Annual Passport Refunds Ending May 30th, Future of Annual Passports Unknown

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Last October, the Oriental Land Company announced a full cancellation and refund for Annual Passports at Tokyo Disney Resort. At the time, the refund program was given an open-ended run, but now end dates have been announced. Former Annual Passholders will be able to obtain refunds through May 30th, according to a notice posted on … Read more

VIDEO: Take a Full Tour of a Nearly-Empty Tokyo DisneySea

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Tokyo Disney Resort is currently implementing a strict 5,000 Guests-per-day capacity at both parks amid the State of Emergency declaration in Japan. After our visit to Tokyo Disneyland in January, we figured this opportunity would come but once in a lifetime. So set sail for Tokyo DisneySea! You can watch our full nearly hour-long tour … Read more

PHOTOS: Duffy & Friends Spring in Bloom Line Coming April 1st to Tokyo DisneySea

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Springtime is here yet again and, of course, that means a whole new line of Duffy & Friends merchandise at Tokyo DisneySea! This year, the Oriental Land Company is releasing the “Spring in Bloom” line previously promised for Spring 2020 but delayed due to the COVID-19 extended closure. Now, Duffy fans can finally get their … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Heavy Rains Flood Tokyo Disney Resort

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While peak typhoon season doesn’t come until August or September most years in Tokyo, we got a small preview today according to several visitors to Tokyo Disneyland and the surrounding area. Due to heavy rain around the Tokyo area, some storm drains at the park were overwhelmed, causing small floods along Guest walkways and even … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable New Food and Souvenir Items for Duffy & Friends Spring in Bloom at Tokyo DisneySea Coming April 1st

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Spring has come, the weather’s clear… Duffy comes this time each year? Why yes he does, with all of his pals for a spring celebration! All-new this year is Duffy & Friends’ “Spring in Bloom”, previously scheduled for last year but delayed due to the COVID-19 extended closure. Fortunately, we’re lucky enough to start feasting … Read more

BREAKING: Disneyland Paris Will Not Reopen April 2, 2021, Reopening Date Currently Undecided

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Due to the current situation of the COVID-19 pandemic in France and continuing travel restrictions across Europe in general, Disneyland Paris announced today that the resort will not open as planned on April 2nd, with no announcement as of yet on a target reopening date. The decision came this afternoon local time, when a notice … Read more

Remembering the 3/11 Earthquake 10 Years Later – How Tokyo Disney Resort Stepped Up in Disaster

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Today, March 11th, marks ten years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, also known as the Tohoku Earthquake, or 3.11 in Japan. At 2:46pm local time, a massive magnitude 9.1 earthquake, the fourth-most powerful on record and the most powerful in Japan, triggering a massive tsunami along the east coast of Japan that killed nearly … Read more

PHOTOS: Incredible 20th Anniversary Food Featuring Classic Universal Films Coming March 12th to Universal Studios Japan

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Even in these tough times, Universal Studios Japan is ramping up its 20th Anniversary “NO LIMIT!” celebration, and they’ve concocted a few special treats and meals that pay tribute to classic past and present attractions! All of these will be on sale in the NO LIMIT Market soon, and though no prices or a release … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Studios Japan Previews 20th Anniversary Merchandise Featuring Classic Films

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March 31st marks 20 years of Universal Studios Japan, the most visited theme park in the Universal family. And to celebrate, Universal Studios Japan has given us a sneak peek of the latest merchandise coming March 12th to San Francisco Candies in the San Francisco area. Tons of classic films, like E.T. and Back to … Read more

BREAKING: Super Nintendo World Opening March 18, 2021 at Universal Studios Japan

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After two delays and many technical rehearsals, Super Nintendo World is finally havings its official grand opening on March 18th! The exciting new Mario-centric world celebrates Nintendo’s most beloved characters and combines innovative new technology with these beloved characters to create a memorable experience. The opening of Super Nintendo World is a major component of … Read more

Reduced Hours & Capacity at Tokyo Disney Resort Extended Through March 21st

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Tokyo Disney Resort has been operating with reduced hours and at severely reduced capacity since mid-January due to the ongoing State of Emergency in the four Prefectures that comprise the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. It seems that situation is going to continue for a while longer, as the Oriental Land Company indicated today. In tandem with … Read more