Did you know Tokyo Disney Resort's version of "Disney Springs" is called Ikspiari? We break down the best places for you to eat and shop when you take a little break from the Parks! Including Guzman Y Gomez , Chubby Airlines , and Ippudo Ramen .
With more people receiving their COVID-19 vaccine, many are beginning to think about international travel again. We talk about the latest information on planning a trip to Tokyo Disney Resort because a lot has changed.
Join us as we look back at the Spring Carnival event at Tokyo DisneySea from 2007 to 2010, including the gorgeous daytime show " Fairies Primavera ." We'll talk about the displays, decorations, and what we loved about this event that's now part of the history of Tokyo DisneySea!...
While international travel is slowly opening up, Japan won't open its borders anytime soon. We discuss why we think you should wait until 2023 to visit Tokyo Disneyland if you're planning that once-in-a-lifetime trip. Support the Podcast & Website Make your trip planning to Tokyo Disney Resort & Universal Studios Japan with our premium ebook travel guides ! If you want to plan a stress-free vacation, then these are a must. Buy your park tickets through Klook and save $4USD off your first...
The largest expansion ever to come to Tokyo DisneySea is set to open in 2023. We discuss in detail what's coming to Fantasy Springs when it opens in the next few years!
Mickey's Magical Music World is the newest stage show at Tokyo Disneyland inside the beautiful Fantasyland Forest Theatre. We discuss the show and give our review!
Tokyo Disneyland has stepped up its snack game! There's new Beauty and the Beast snacks made by a famous Japanese Chef Patissier, Sadaharu Aoki. In this episode, we talk all about these delicious snacks!
We're doing something different in this episode! We're taking a look back at past shows at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea in our new segment called "Retro Tokyo Disneyland." Where we'll go over shows that are nothing but a memory. We're starting off with one of Trish's favourites, Rock Around the Mouse . A 1950s diner-themed castle show from 2005 and lasted for less than a year !...
Universal Studios Japan is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2021 with its "NO LIMIT" anniversary event. If you've seen out Twitter lately, you'd have seen some of the food is quite, well, phallic . We'll discuss all the hilarious and strange food for the anniversary along with all the awesome-looking merchandise .
In our previous two episodes on Super Nintendo World, we covered the rides and food . Now, in our final part, we're discussing the accessory you'll need to enjoy the new land to its fullest, the Power-Up Band. We'll also dive into all the different merchandise too! For more on Super Nintendo World check out all our other content on the merchandise , photos of the land , and of course Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge . For more on Super Nintendo World check out our full guide ....
In our previous episode we spoke about Mario Kart, Yoshi's Adventure, and our overall thoughts about Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan. In this episode, we talk for an hour about all the different Nintendo-themed food you're able to enjoy! From Kinopio's Cafe to Yoshi's Snack Island and even popcorn . We cover it all. Don't listen to this on an empty stomach! For more on Super Nintendo World check out all our other content on the merchandise , photos of the land , and of course Mar...
We talk everything about Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan in part one of our multi-part podcast episodes. We'll go over the rides , the land itself , interactivity, food , and of course the merchandise ! There's so much to cover that we had to split it over multiple episodes for you to enjoy!...
The entertainment is one of the main reasons to visit Tokyo Disney Resort. The parades are unmatched and the stage shows are over-the-top. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about the "Golden Age" of entertainment at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Looking back at all the different shows that have since ended like the Bonfire Dance, Mysterious Masquerade, The Legend of Mythica, and many more.
Tokyo Disneyland has gone through a number of changes this past year. One is the introduction of the Standby Pass for specific attractions at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. In this episode, we go through the specifics of how to use the Standby Pass through the official Tokyo Disney Resort app . Check out the official Tokyo Disney Resort website for more about the Standby Pass ....
Japan still has its travel ban in place for international tourism. Meaning, unless you're a resident of Japan, you're unable to enter the country. We discuss when we think travel could resume to Japan in 2021, if at all. Also what to do for those who already have trips booked and whether or not you should book that cheap airfare you find. For updates on what's happening with the border restrictions to Japan please refer to your Government's website and the JNTO website ....
We're split on what we think about the new Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland. Trish and I dive into what we both think about Hong Kong Disneyland's new Castle that opened only a few months ago. Hear what we think and argue why we like/dislike the castle in episode 213 of the TDR Now Podcast!
The Fantasyland Expansion at Tokyo Disneyland has been opened since September 2020, after being delayed since April. In our last episode of 2020, we go in-depth on Beauty and the Beast, Baymax, and Minnie Mouse at Tokyo Disneyland. We discuss Enchanted Tales of Beauty and the Beast and the new Gaston restaurant plus everything else. Even talking about what we think about the new lottery system used for wanting to ride Beauty and the Beast....
Are there any Kingdom Hearts fans out there? Right now until March 2021, there are a few Kingdom Hearts pop-up cafes in Tokyo and Osaka! We headed to the cafe in Shibuya, Tokyo, to give it a try. Listen to our experience of eating the cute food and the merchandise. We'll also talk about how you can book these types of themed cafes when you're travelling to Japan. Watch our video on YouTube to see what all this fun food looks like! Kingdom Hearts also showed up at Tokyo Disney Resort last year wi...
Want to see a different part of Japan that's not talked about much? In our continued side-trip series of podcast episodes, we venture down to the southern island of Kyushu! We venture out of the theme parks into a different part of Japan. Especially, if you're a fan of the massively popular anime, Attack on Titan. The author of the original manga, Hajime Isayama, is from Oita, Japan, in Kyushu (southern part of Japan). There are a number of things to do in Hita for fans of the anime. https://shi...
Both Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan are offering a trimmed-down version of their Christmas events, which we're dubbing as "Christmas Lite." In this week's episode of the TDR Now Podcast, we let you know what both of these major theme parks in Japan are doing for the holidays. Tokyo Disney Resort isn't offering their typical Christmas event this year , since all events for the fiscal year were cancelled , but they're offering a few seasonal things in the Park. Meanwhile, Universa...
Over on Awaji Island in Japan is a brand new Godzilla Zipline that's inside the Nijigen no Mori (anime park) . In this episode, Chris shares his experience getting to Awaji Island (near Kobe and Osaka in Kansai) and how not to miss your bus stop cause that'll ruin your day. This is the perfect day trip if you're spending time in the Kansai area including Universal Studios Japan! We're trying a new format out with having episodes focused on easy day-trips from the major theme parks. Let us know w...
Recently, the Japanese government has mentioned plans to reopen the borders to the country in spring 2021. While this is only a trial basis, this week in the podcast we discuss what this means for you and your potential trip in 2021. For details check out our blog post .
Universal Studios Japan surprised everyone with the announcement of a new Mario cafe and shop. While the Super Nintendo World at the Park doesn't open, now, until spring 2021 . I headed on over to Universal Studios Japan to try all new Mario-themed goodies in the cafe. Trish and I discuss everything you need to know about wanting to experience this at Universal Studios Japan in this week's episode!...
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea reopened the parks on July 1, 2020. Since then there have been so many changes in how things work in the Parks. It's dizzying, confusing, and frankly overwhelming. Trish and I discuss all these changes and help make sense of them. "Entry Request" system for Beauty and the Beast Standby Pass Less entertainment and more photo ops Reservations for restaurants and stores Park tickets...
Japan is currently boosting domestic travel with their Go To Travel campaign . I take advantage of the discounts and travelled from Chiba to Osaka to visit Universal Studios Japan, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and Himeji Castle! We talk about how to get these deals and how cheap I got the hotel rooms. Along with a discussion of how Universal Studios Japan is doing since its reopening in June. If you live in Japan, book your hotels through Agoda to take advantage of the Go to Travel discounts....
Visit any of the Disney Parks in Tokyo, Hong Kong, or Shanghai, and you'll see Duffy and his friends dominating the Parks. From his fumbled beginnings in Walt Disney World to have a presence in every Park in Asia. Duffy and his furry, and now reptile, friends are here to stay. In this week's episode, we ask the question "Why are Duffy and friends so popular?" Join us as we tackle this question head-on!
It's no secret that the year 2020 has been, well, I don't think it needs any more rehashing. We know how the year has gone. Over at Tokyo Disney Resort, there's a lot of confusion with how the merchandise is working now. Some items are only at Tokyo DisneySea, Tokyo Disneyland, or even only at Bon Voyage (which you need a reservation for). Trish and I clear the confusion and discuss what this year means for merchandise at the resort....
An extension of our 200th episode where we dive deep into Tokyo Disney Resort. Trish and I discuss the changes we've personally experienced over the past 10 years at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Epic Halloween shows that are a thing of the past to the increase in English within the Parks. Come and join us and learn more about Tokyo Disney Resort!
We're celebrating 200 episodes of the TDR Now Podcast! We started the podcast over 5 years ago and we cannot thank you all enough for joining us on this journey. To celebrate, we go over our favourite moments from Tokyo Disney, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disneyland, Universal Studios Japan, and other theme parks over the past 5 years. You can listen to all our past episodes right on our website (iTunes only goes back 100 episodes)....
Tokyo Disney Resort reopened both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea on July 1, 2020 . Trish and I talk about how the Parks work now with the new health and safety measures as Japan navigates the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so close to having this as our 200th episode! Make sure you stay tuned for our upcoming 200th episode in a few weeks.
