Tokyo Disney Resort’s Fantasyland expansion is set to open to the public September 28th. As we’ve posted in the past, the new land features a Beauty and the Beast area and a new daily show. As Tokyo Disneyland prepares to officially open the land, they are sharing photos of what it looks like. Two Imagineers... Continue Reading →
New Fantasyland Opens at Tokyo Disneyland September 28th
Tokyo Disney Resort has just announced an opening date for its New Fantasyland expansion. The new area in Fantasyland, including a Beauty and the Beast dark ride and a Big Hero 6 swirling ride, is set to open September 28th. The expansion was originally set to open April 15, 2020, but had been pushed back... Continue Reading →
VIDEO: Characters, Cast & Guests Follow Safety Protocols as Earthquake Alarm Goes Off
Japan is accustomed to occasional earthquakes, and like in the United States, cell phone alarms will ping people in the area as potentially dangerous weather moves through the area. An earthquake hit south of Tokyo Disney Resort tonight (July 30 Asia Pacific time), and Twitter video shows characters, cast members and guests adhering to safety... Continue Reading →
‘Olu Mel Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort July 1st
‘Olu Mel, Duffy’s turtle friend, is continuing his world tour. After debuting recently at Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland, ‘Olu Mel is now set to head to Tokyo Disney Resort. Starting July 1st, the resort will begin selling ‘Olu Mel merchandise. Starting July 1st, ‘Olu Mel will have a presence at Tokyo Disney... Continue Reading →
Tokyo Disney Releases Safety Videos Ahead of July 1st Reopening
Tokyo Disney is preparing to reopen its parks July 1st and wants to make sure all incoming guests are aware of the coronavirus-preventative measures in place during the pandemic. Tokyo Disney Resort has released four safety videos ahead of the reopening of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. The videos focus on: park operations, attractions, dining... Continue Reading →
BREAKING: Tokyo Disney Resort Set to Reopen July 1st
Tokyo Disney Resort has just announced its plans to reopen in the midst of a pandemic. The resort will reopen its gates July 1st. The resort says: When reopening both parks, we will give top priority to ensuring the health and safety of our guests and the cast. We would appreciate your cooperation. The park... Continue Reading →
Tokyo Disney Resort Closures Extend Through May; Reopening Timeline Unknown
Tokyo Disney Resort was expected to unveil a post-coronavirus reopening plan un mid-May, but that won’t be happening. The resort is now extending its closure to coincide with the government’s recommendations and will not reopen until the country’s emergency declaration is lifted, which now runs through at least May 31st. Tokyo Disney Resort made the... Continue Reading →
Tokyo Disney Resort Shares Video of Final Performance of “Fantasmic!”
"Fantasmic!" ended its run at Tokyo Disney Resort during the park's closure due to the coronavirus. The nighttime show gave it's final performance on the Mediterranean Harbor at Tokyo DisneySea March 25th. The resort shared a video of the final performance, which features a surprise from Mickey and friends at the end. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkWBeyJD7GA Tokyo DisneySea... Continue Reading →
Coronavirus: Tokyo Disney Resort Extends Closure Through Early April
Tokyo Disney Resort is taking further action due to the spread of the coronavirus. The park, which announced an original closure earlier this month, is now extending the suspension through early April. Here's a statement from the park's website: As a precautionary measure in line with prevention efforts taking place across Japan and in response... Continue Reading →
Coronavirus: Tokyo Disney Resort Closes Through Mid-March
Fears of the coronavirus outbreak have prompted closures at Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort and now Tokyo Disneyland. Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will be closed starting from February 28 through to March 15. The move also comes after Japanes Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called for all schools in Japan to close to stop... Continue Reading →