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D23 Expo returns to Japan in November

2015_Japan_Expo_KeyArtThe love of Disney knows no international borders. You’ll find Mickey & Minnie on t-shirts and toy shelves nearly anywhere you visit on the planet. There is one place that takes its mouse worship to a new level however. That is the country of Japan. The Walt Disney Company Japan has just made an announcement that will make those fans very happy, it will stage D23 Expo Japan 2015, a special event for Disney fans created by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club. The Expo will take place over three days from November 6 to November 8, 2015 in Maihama in Tokyo Disney Resort.

“We heard from a lot of fans about how delighted they were with the D23 Expo we held in 2013, and this Expo promises to be even more spectacular,” said Walt Disney Japan President Paul Candland. “We’re very excited about being able to present this great event once again, and we know our guests will have an incredible experience during the three days we have planned for them. ”

D23 Expo is a special event held every two years in the U.S. as part of D23’s ongoing engagement with Disney fans. In 2013, Disney launched D23 Expo Japan, a uniquely Japanese event that remains true to D23’s vision for “the ultimate fan event.” The program includes thrilling performances, as well as engaging presentations by Disney executives, and showcases what’s on the horizon from across The Walt Disney Company, including theme parks, movies, television, and music. Themed around “the power of story,” D23 Expo Japan 2015 will bring together fascinating tales from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel.

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One Hour, One Take Video Tour of Tokyo Disney Sea

Want to feel transported to Disney magic today? Set aside an hour and take a long walk through Tokyo Disney Sea, thought of as Disney Imagineering’s most detailed creation, in this one-take video (note the helpful annotations): [via LaughingPlace.com]

Global Themepark Attendance For 2012 Via TEA Report

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TEA has released its 2012 Theme Park attendance estimates listing the 25 most attended theme parks in the world. Disney has the top 8 spots and 3 others in the top 20. Not a lot of surprises if you’ve been following developments last year:

1. Magic Kingdom: 17,536,000 (+2.3% change)
2. Disneyland Park: 15,963,000 (-1.1% )
3. Tokyo Disneyland: 14,847,000 (+8.5%)
4. Tokyo Disney Sea: 12,656,000 (+8.5%)
5. Disneyland Park, Disneyland Paris: 11,200,000 (+1.9%)
6. Epcot: 11,063,000 (+2.2%)
7. Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 9,998,000 (+2.2%)
8. Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 9,912,000 (+2.2%)
9. Universal Studios Japan: 9,700,000 (+14.1%)
10. Islands of Adventure: 7,981,000 (+4%)

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Darth Vadar Gets Losts On Way to Tokyo Disneyland

Star Tours 3D: The Adventure Continues is coming to Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan. Darth Vader wants to put in an appearance, of course, but apparently no one on his team has any sense of direction. The resort has released a series of videos that… Read More »Darth Vadar Gets Losts On Way to Tokyo Disneyland

Tragedy in Tokyo as Tourist Bus Bound for Tokyo Disneyland Crashes

A tragedy unfolded on the way to Tokyo Disneyland yesterday as a tourist bus carrying mostly youth passengers crashed into a steel wall splitting the bus in two and killing 7 of the youth. 39 others, including the driver were injured. Our hearts go out… Read More »Tragedy in Tokyo as Tourist Bus Bound for Tokyo Disneyland Crashes

Anime Style Ad for Tokyo Disneyland

Here’s a really neat TV commercial for Tokyo Disneyland. It starts out in Anime style with awesome renderings of their Cinderella castle and It’s A Small World. Can anyone verify if this actually aired on TV in Japan?

Cirque du Soleil show “ZED” Ending Run at Tokyo Disney Resort

Fans of Cirque du Soleil shows will want to find their way to the Tokyo Disney Resort before the end of the year. “ZED” is closing at the end of 2011. The show has been performing to less than full houses since it opened in… Read More »Cirque du Soleil show “ZED” Ending Run at Tokyo Disney Resort

Disney suspends all operations in Tokyo

The Walt Disney Company just announced that they have suspended all administrative and Disney store related operations in Tokyo, Japan. “Our top priority is the well-being of our employees and their families during this challenging time and we will continue to closely monitor the situation… Read More »Disney suspends all operations in Tokyo