PHOTO REPORT: Tokyo DisneySea 3/1/21 (Zero Crowds, Aquatopia Refurbishment, Projection Mapping Equipment Installed, & More!)

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Ahoy there, we’re back at Tokyo DisneySea for another round-up of the latest news! Its been a few months since we’ve visited the park, so there’s been quite a number of changes to check out. The Oriental Land Company is certainly keeping itself busy, even amid the State of Emergency, prepping for the park’s 20th … Read more

BREAKING: Construction on Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort Will Resume Soon

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It feels both like not long and too long since Universal and Comcast announced the third theme park at Universal Orlando Resort—Epic Universe. Site prep began shortly after its announcement in 2019, but was put on hold by the COVID-19 pandemic. But now, it seems that construction is set to resume on Universal Orlando’s third … Read more

PHOTOS: Detective Conan World Event Coming March 12th Through August 29th to Universal Studios Japan

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Universal Studios Japan is well-known for collaborating with outside companies to bring temporary new experiences to the park. Whether through the annual Cool Japan event or virtual reality overlays like STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 XR Ride, there’s always something unique happening at the park. This year, Universal Studios Japan has announced that last year’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disneyland Debuts Springtime Character Outfit at Minnie’s Style Studio

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One of the big selling points of the new Minnie’s Style Studio greeting at Tokyo Disneyland was that Minnie’s outfit and backdrop changes for all four seasons! We’ve already seen her fashionable Parisian autumn look, and her sporting a chic New York winter style. And today on Minnie Day, her new springtime style debuted, featuring the windmills … Read more

RUMOR: Tokyo DisneySea “Fantasmic!” Barges Sold to Disneyland Paris for Future Studios Park Lagoon Show

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One year and a day ago, Fantasmic! came to a slightly premature end at Tokyo DisneySea as a result of the Tokyo Disney Resort’s extended COVID-19 closure. Originally, the barges were removed from the backstage docks in April, with no word on their future. Now it seems we may have an idea of where their … Read more

State of Emergency Lifted in Osaka March 1st, Super Nintendo World Grand Opening Likely Coming Soon

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An official opening date announcement for Super Nintendo World may yet be imminent at Universal Studios Japan, as Osaka Prefecture along with five others is exiting its State of Emergency on March 1st, one week ahead of its planned March 8th exit, according to The Japan Times. Along with Aichi, Fukuoka, Gifu, Hyogo, and Kyoto … Read more

PHOTOS: FastPass Machine Figure Set Coming March 3rd to Tokyo Disney Resort

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From attraction posters to popcorn cranks and even obscure Critter Country backstory characters, Tokyo Disney Resort has quite the affinity for detailed figure sets. This time, the resort is taking on its beautifully-designed FastPass machines, with three each from Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea represented in this spectacular set coming March 3rd. Plus there’s a … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Tangled Lantern & Frozen “Marshmallow” Mugs On Sale at Walt Disney World

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At last I see the light, and it’s coming from the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom! Two incredible new mugs have made their way to Walt Disney World based on two modern Disney classics—one featuring a floating lantern and Pascal from Tangled, and another featuring Marshmallow and the Snowgies from Frozen! Frozen “Marshmallow & Snowgies” … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable Great American Waffle Company “Mickey Waffle” Pillow Now Available at Tokyo Disneyland

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Who doesn’t love Mickey Waffles? From Disneyland’s Carnation Café to the Magic Kingdom Club at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, these adorable treats are a beloved and delicious tradition worldwide! Here, you’ll find them at the Great American Waffle Company in Tokyo Disneyland, often with a 30+ minute wait. And to celebrate the iconic treat, Tokyo … Read more

Two Men Arrested for Trespassing Backstage at Tokyo DisneySea While Looking for “Something Rare and Interesting”

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Two men were arrested for trespassing backstage at Tokyo DisneySea on February 21st, according to Nippon Television Network News24 (in Japanese). The two, one in his forties and one teenager, reportedly met online before attempting to enter the backstage area. After entering the backstage area, an Oriental Land Company Cast Member became suspicious of the … Read more

PHOTOS: Minnie’s Style Studio Spring Merchandise Coming March 2nd to Tokyo Disneyland

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Minnie’s Style Studio, the newly opened greeting spot for Minnie Mouse at Tokyo Disneyland, is particularly unique in that Minnie’s costume changes for each of the four seasons! We’ve already seen her fashionable Parisian autumn look, and now she’s sporting a chic New York winter style. With her flowery spring outfit due to be introduced … Read more

What’s NEW on the WDWNT Prize Wall (2/22/21): Haunted Mansion 50th Pins, Splash Mountain Items Galore, Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction MagicBands, & MORE!

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Did you know that WDWNT has a Patreon program? The WDWNT Inner Globe Society, or WIGS, helps support the worldwide leader in Disney Parks news that you love to read, listen to, and watch every day. And if you really love our content, you can support WDWNT by pledging a monthly contribution on Patreon. Your … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Buzz Lightyear & Jessie Character Costumes Make Global Debut at Hong Kong Disneyland

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After seeing the brand-new look for Toy Story‘s Woody last week, we finally have a look at the new character costumes for Buzz Lightyear and Jessie, making their global debut today in Toy Story Land at Hong Kong Disneyland! The new costumes bear much closer resemblances to the iconic characters from Pixar’s Toy Story franchise … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable NEW “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” Accessory Collection Coming March 10th to Tokyo Disney Resort

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Just in time for Cruella to hit theaters on May 28th, Tokyo Disney Resort is releasing an adorable new line of One Hundred and One Dalmatians-themed merchandise at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea next month! The spotted pups are already popular for merchandise at the resort, particularly the puppy ears headband, so let’s dive … Read more

PHOTOS: New Woody Character Costume Makes Global Debut at Hong Kong Disneyland

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Hong Kong Disneyland reopened today for the third (and hopefully final) time after a 79-day closure, and the park had an extra-special surprise: a brand-new costume for Toy Story‘s Woody! The new look is Woody’s first overhaul since his mid-90s debut at the Disney Parks. Visitors to Toy Story Land in Hong Kong Disneyland today … Read more

VIDEO: “Cruella” Live Action Trailer Released

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The trailer for Disney’s next live-action film, Cruella, has debuted on YouTube this morning! Starring La La Land‘s Emma Stone, Cruella tells the story of the rebellious early days of one of cinemas most notorious—and notoriously fashionable—villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. Set in 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution, Cruella follows a young … Read more