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The newest restaurant at Tokyo Disneyland opened on March 25, 2017, in Tomorrowland. Plazma Ray’s Diner is a counter service restaurant that specializes in rice bowls and even offers sweet potato fries (which is uncommon in Japan). This restaurant is a simple re-theme of the former Plaza Restaurant which closed in January 2017. The restaurant … Read more
The D23 Expo Japan 2018 returns to Tokyo Disney Resort starting February 10-12, 2018. Not many details are known at this time, but more information will be made available in Summer 2017 (also that’s when the tickets will go on sale). You can check the official website (Japanese only) and the D23 website. This fan event is … Read more
Last month, November 22, 2016, the newest area called Camp Woodchuck opened at Tokyo Disneyland. Located in the back of Westernland this small area is themed after the Junior Woodchucks. It has a new restaurant called Camp Woodchuck Kitchen and a new Meet and Greet with Donald and Daisy. Camp Woodchuck Kitchen This two-story quick … Read more
Tokyo Disneyland’s version of “It’s a Small World” is being updated by the Spring of2018, adding about 40 new characters to the attraction, including those from Disney’s Frozen. This is the first major update made to the attraction since opening in 1983. The attraction will close on March 1, 2017, and reopens in spring 2018 … Read more
The latest attraction at Tokyo DisneySea, Nemo & Friends SeaRider is set to open May 12, 2017, in Port Discovery. Which is the replacement for StormRider, that closed May 16, 2016. This 5-min attraction shrinks guests while inside a fish-shaped submarine. The artificial intelligence in the submarine helps the submarine navigate this ocean adventure with … Read more
Tokyo Disney Resort has announced their entertainment schedule for the fiscal year 2017, which includes new entertainment, seasonal events, merchandise, and updates to existing attractions! Pirates of the Caribbean Event Coming to Tokyo Disneyland The most notable new additions is the Pirates of the Caribbean special event for Summer 2017, which falls in line with the release … Read more
Oriental Land Company has announced their plans for their fiscal year 2020. Both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will be getting new attractions. In addition, Tokyo Disneyland will be receiving a new themed area (Beauty and the Beast), restaurants, and shops. More details can be found on TDRExplorer.com and the English press release. Tokyo Disneyland A … Read more
From November 9 until December 25, Tokyo Disney Resort celebrates Christmas in its own unique way at both of its parks. Christmas Wishes at Tokyo DisneySea and Christmas Fantasy at Tokyo Disneyland. These two celebrations offer guests limited time merchandise, food, and entertainment! Be sure to check out the full guide on Christmas at Tokyo … Read more
Join TDRExplorer as they bring live coverage from D23 Japan Expo 2015! Follow their live blog starting at 8:00am JST on Saturday, November 7. Starting at 1pm JST, bringing you the latest from the Tokyo Disney Resort Special Program! Expect tons of announcements regarding everything happening at the Resort! (For other time zones, please scroll … Read more
Tokyo DisneySea opened its gate to guests on September 4th, 2001. The most ambitious Disney project at the time. Often referred to as one of the most unique Disney theme parks in the world, it is enjoyed by millions of guests every year. Earlier this year the Oriental Land Company announced a massive expansion to Tokyo DisneySea … Read more
tokyo-disney-celebration-hotel Tokyo Disney Resort has announced that a 4th Disney Hotel is in development in the Shin-Urayasu area called “Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel”. The decision for a 4th hotel stems from the fact that the 3 existing Disney Hotels operate at 90% occupancy. This new hotel will have decorations reminiscent of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea … Read more
Tanabata (Star Festival) Days is a yearly tradition at Tokyo Disney Resort. For 2015, the celebration is held from June 24th to July 7th, 2015. Tanabata Festival is one of the many summer festivals held in Japan. Tanabata is a Japanese Festival which is typically held on various days in July and August. Also known … Read more
OLC has announced their plans for the 15th Anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea called “The Year of Wishes“. Which starts April 15th, 2016 through March 17, 2017. A number of items have been confirmed: Brand new harbor show named “Crystal Wishes Journey“ Big Band Beat will received updated music, costumes, and scenes. A first for the … Read more
OLC has announced that a new attraction will be opening at Tokyo DisneySea in spring 2017. Themed after Finding Nemo and Finding Dory, this is replacing the Storm Rider attraction in Port Discovery which is scheduled to close in May 2016. Boarding a submarine that “shrinks” to the size of a fish, Guests can explore … Read more
Oriental Land Co.,Ltd. released more information regarding the new expansions at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea! Fantasyland in Tokyo Disneyland will be receiving areas themed to Beauty and the Beast and Alice in Wonderland. Tokyo DisneySea will get a new port themed after Scandinavia with a portion of it specific to Frozen. The projects … Read more
Are you a fan of Tsum Tsum? Do you wish to collect every adorable version? If so, you’re in luck! TDRExplorer is giving away a limited edition Harajuku Tsum Tsum set to one lucky fan. These Tsum Tsums come from the brand new Disney Store which opened in Harajuku, Tokyo in March. They were available … Read more