A sign that featured the famous “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah” phrase from Song Of The South (1946), which served as the inspiration for Splash Mountain, has been removed near the exit of Tokyo Disneyland. It’s the only surviving version of the attraction. Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Reference Removed As shown above, the old exit sign near the door to the outside … Read more
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away and other Disney and Universal offerings were finalists in the IAAPA Brass Ring Awards for 2025. While Starlight did not win, Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland Paris both took home awards. Disney Brass Ring Awards The IAAPA Brass Ring Excellence Awards recognize “organizations that push boundaries, elevate guest experiences, … Read more
Following the announcement of Pokémon-themed expansions to Universal parks around the globe, a separate Pokémon-themed park is set to open next month. Pokémon Park – First of its Kind – Opening Next Month The Pokémon Company and Yomiuriland – an independent amusement park in Tokyo, Japan – have partnered to launch PokéPark KANTO, the first … Read more
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away and other Disney and Universal offerings are finalists in the IAAPA Brass Ring Awards for 2025. The top three finalists in each category were chosen by each of IAAPA’s task force as it relates to their respective award category. The IAAPA Brass Ring Excellence Awards recognize “organizations that push … Read more
Spooky season has officially started at Tokyo Disney Resort, and we were greeted by this ghoulishly lovely decor for Disney Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland. Tokyo Disneyland World Bazaar Halloween Decor This year, the World Bazaar is looking as dapper as a Ghost Host in deep teal, purple, and black vertical stripes. The central pillars each … Read more
As part of the Summer Cool-Off event at Tokyo Disney Resort, several attractions are offering “Get Soaked” versions of their usual rides. The event began on July 2 and will end on September 15. “Get Soaked” Harbor Splash The Harbor Splash summer event is advertised on colorful banners around Tokyo DisneySea’s Mediterranean Harbor. During the … Read more
A specialty-ticketed event celebrating 20 years of the FUNderful Fan Club is coming soon to Tokyo DisneySea at Tokyo Disney Resort. FUNderful Fan Club Event The FUNderful Fan Club is a park fan club at Tokyo Disney Resort. Members of the club receive special benefits, a club newsletter, and commemorative gifts. In honor of the … Read more
Oriental Land Company has indicated that they are considering building more resort hotels for Tokyo Disney Resort to accommodate demand. Tokyo Disney Considering More Resort Hotels In the 2035 Long-term Management Strategy packet, Oriental Land Company (OLC) revealed that they are considering establishing new Disney resort hotels, seemingly across all value types (Luxury, Deluxe, Moderate, … Read more
We reviewed all of the new items at the Tokyo DisneySea Food and Wine Festival 2025 as it returns for its second year. The festival runs from April 8 through June 30, 2025. During this festival, guests can travel the world through cuisine as they enjoy special menu items at Tokyo DisneySea Park. Popcorn Wagons … Read more
Tokyo Disneyland has transformed into Donald’s Quacky Duck! Duck! Duck City! for this season’s Disney Pal-Palooza event. Donald’s Quacky Duck! Duck! Duck City! Outside of the main entrance to Tokyo Disneyland, several pieces of decor have been added, including this planter of Donald’s face. Several rubber ducks are placed around as well. The rubber ducks … Read more
A new addition to the official Tokyo Disneyland Resort webpage has announced a new digital comic called “it’s a small world with Groot: Take Off” available for guests to read on the Tokyo Disneyland app. “it’s a small world with Groot” Comic Tokyo Disneyland is preparing for the grand opening of the new “it’s a … Read more
We took a walk through the Fantasy Springs Entrance available exclusively to guests staying at Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel. Fantasy Springs Entrance Guests staying at the Fantasy Springs Hotel will have their own dedicated entrance into the new themed port. This Fantasy Springs Entrance is outside of Tokyo DisneySea and takes guests directly into … Read more
A new Peter Pan popcorn bucket is now available at Tokyo DisneySea, ahead of the grand opening of Fantasy Springs. Peter Pan Popcorn Bucket – ¥3200 (Approximately $20.36 USD) The popcorn bucket, which is created in the likeness of the top portion of London’s clock tower that houses Big Ben, has a different image on … Read more
We took a ride on the first-ever “Tangled”-themed ride — Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival — on May 16, the first day of soft-opening for Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea. Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival sees guests making their way to the Kingdom of Corona’s annual lantern festival as they relive the story of “Tangled.” The attraction … Read more
New ride vehicle capsule toys are coming soon to Tokyo Disney Resort. Tokyo Disney Resort Ride Vehicle Capsule Toys (Gachapon) – ¥500 Starting April 18, Tokyo Disney Resort will sell a collection of ride vehicle capsule toys. The popular toy style, which comes packaged in a small capsule, usually dispensed out of a vending machine, … Read more
A Tokyo DisneySea park entrance sign has been added to the Fantasy Springs Hotel at Tokyo Disney Resort. Tokyo DisneySea Entrance Sign Added to Fantasy Springs Hotel Fantasy Springs Hotel will open on June 6, 2024, along with the brand-new Tokyo DisneySea port, Fantasy Springs. The hotel is located inside of the park, and guests … Read more