PHOTOS, VIDEO: NEW “Happy Fair with Baymax” Merchandise Lands at Tokyo Disneyland

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Even though The Happy Fair with Baymax event itself was postponed due to the latest massive spike in COVID-19 cases within the Tokyo area, the merchandise is out for everyone to peruse and pick up. So naturally, we stopped by Tokyo Disneyland this week to see what’s on offer from our personal healthcare companion. You … Read more

REVIEW: Delightful NEW Mardi Gras Glazed Beignets Put Us in the Fat Tuesday Spirit at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney

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It’s that time of year again—Mardi Gras is fast approaching! And even though we can’t celebrate in New Orleans (or New Orleans Square) like usual, or enjoy Mint Julep Bar’s iconic beignets, visitors to Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen in Downtown Disney can still get in the Mardi Gras spirit with these delightful new Mardi Gras … Read more

REVIEW: Mac & Cheese Fritters Tarnish Our Taste Buds at the Mac & Cheese Truck at Disney Springs

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Stopping by Disney Springs’ many Exposition Park food trucks is often an excellent choice, with choices rolling in and out, including some that you just can’t miss! Unfortunately, our visit to the Mac & Cheese food truck made us never want to return to Exposition Park after trying their Mac & Cheese Fritters. Available at … Read more

Bob Iger & Wife Willow Bay Donate $5 Million to Aid Los Angeles Small Businesses

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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced during a press conference Thursday that former Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife Willow Bay, dean of the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, have donated $5 million of their fortune to aid Los Angeles small businesses struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Garcetti said … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Re-Closing 26 Shops Until Further Notice

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Amid severely reduced capacity and hours at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, the Oriental Land Company has posted lists of dozens of shops that will be temporarily closed once again as early as January 15th. This is in addition to the 25 restaurants resort-wide that are temporarily closing as well. Some shops will only … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable NEW Character Cable Protectors Coming January 20th to Tokyo Disney Resort

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Ever famous for its adorable (and occasionally strange) merchandise, Tokyo Disney Resort has made their next advance to our wallets and hearts with these adorable new character-themed cable protectors! There are six different character choices from a variety of Disney properties, so you’re fairly likely to find at least one favorite in the mix! Character … Read more

VIDEO: Celebrate a Traditional New Year’s Greeting with Mickey & Friends in Kimono at Tokyo Disneyland

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Tokyo Disney Resort takes a more Japanese approach to New Years than the parks elsewhere. For the first week of the new year (extended all the way to January 30th this year), Mickey, Minnie, and several other Disney Friends dress up in traditional Japanese clothing such as kimono and greet Guests at both Tokyo Disneyland … Read more

Magic Kingdom Extends Saturday Park Hours Through January 30th

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Great news for anyone looking to take advantage of replenished Disney Park Passes this month—the Magic Kingdom has extended its park hours for every Saturday evening through January 30th, as well as on January 18th! The operating hours changes are as follows: January 16th & 23rd—The Magic Kingdom will now close at 9:00pm instead of … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Pink Type C Monorail-Themed Day Pass Coming to Tokyo’s Disney Resort Line Monorail

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One of the defining characteristics of Tokyo Disney Resort’s monorail system (aptly called the Disney Resort Line) is that Guests are required to pay a fare in order to ride. Fortunately, Guests can also buy unlimited use passes for 1-4 days featuring cute designs that change often, celebrating seasonal events or park anniversaries, as well … Read more

BREAKING: Super Nintendo World Grand Opening Postponed Until After State of Emergency

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Due to the expansion of the State of Emergency situation to the Kansai Area, including Osaka, Universal Studios Japan has decided to postpone the grand opening of Super Nintendo World, originally scheduled for February 4th. Super Nintendo World was previously scheduled to open on February 4th. The State of Emergency was previously declared last Friday … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Resuming Ticket Sales January 14th

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Amid a State of Emergency declaration and the announcement that Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will only admit 5,000 Guests per day during the emergency, the Oriental Land Company abruptly halted ticket sales on Saturday. Now, they are ready to partially resume sales starting today, January 14th. For the time being, only One-Day Passports will … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Peter Pan” and “Frozen” Mountain Framework Added, New Buildings Spotted in Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea (1/11/21)

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Fantasy Springs, the exciting and massive expansion at Tokyo DisneySea opening in 2023, just keeps chugging and coming together! The most exciting thing we spotted this time is that some framework for mountains around the Peter Pan and Frozen areas have gone up! You can check out our video tour in 4K on YouTube, or … Read more

PHOTOS: New Critter Country Characters Figure Set Coming to Tokyo Disneyland

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Tokyo Disney Resort loves its small mystery boxes, with special sets themed to anything from special events like the New Fantasyland grand opening to attraction posters to popcorn cart cranks. The latest addition to this family is a new set dedicated to characters from Tokyo Disneyland’s Critter Country area! Figures – ¥980 ($9.42) Each Each … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Temporarily Re-Closing 25 Dining Outlets from January 12-February 7 Amid Reduced Capacity

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With Tokyo Disney Resort drastically reducing park capacity to 5000 Guests per day at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea amid the new State of Emergency in the Tokyo area, the Oriental Land Company has announced that 25 dining outlets across both parks will temporarily re-close due to the low capacity. Additionally, updated last reservation … Read more

Universal Studios Japan Springs into Easter with Universal Easter Celebration from March 12-June 27

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We’re only a week into 2021, but Universal Studios Japan is already prepped and ready for springtime! Today, the park announced the return of the popular Universal Easter Celebration, the second phase of the park’s 20th anniversary “NO LIMIT!” celebration. The park will be covered in adorable pastel and Easter decor, and many of your … Read more

BREAKING: Tokyo Disney Resort Temporarily Suspends Ticket Sales, Reducing Park Capacity to 5,000 Guests

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Amid the new State of Emergency declared in Tokyo and the surrounding area, the Oriental Land Company is taking a few drastic steps to help lower infections without closing Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. This includes further adjusting business hours and halting ticket sales, among other measures. The biggest change is that Tokyo Disneyland and … Read more