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TDR Now Travel Podcast

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A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.
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Episodes

Fantasy Springs Grand Opening at Tokyo DisneySea | 312

Fantasy Springs is now open at Tokyo DisneySea! Chris attended the grand opening and shared his experience, including using the Vacation Package to enter Fantasy Springs . Also, we discuss how getting a Standby Pass and Disney Premier Access is, so far, for Fantasy Springs.

Jun 11, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 312

The Most Affordable Tokyo Disney Hotel | 310

The Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel is the most affordable Tokyo Disney Resort Hotel, and we’ll discuss it to help you decide if it’s right for you! From where it's located, how much it costs, and what perks you'll receive, along with our tips and advice for your stay.

May 27, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 310

Tokyo Disney Resort has Four Events for Spring 2024 | 308

The calm before the Fantasy Springs storm at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea! Four events are happening at the Parks right now, and we talk about all of them! Donald's Quacky Duck City, Tokyo DisneySea Food and Wine Festival, Dreaming of Fantasy Springs, and Duffy and Friends Come Find Spring!

May 08, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 308

Tokyo Disney Resort Vacation Packages Revisited | 306

Vacation packages are one of the most frequently asked questions about Tokyo Disney Resort. We’ll discuss them and help you decide if they’re worth getting for your trip, but they’re not for everyone.

Apr 23, 202457 minEp. 306

Retro Tokyo DisneySea “Fairies Primavera” | Rebroadcast

A rebroadcast of our episode 226 from 2021! We'll be back next week with new episodes. 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!...

Apr 15, 202433 min

Where to find CHEAP Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise | Rebroadcast

Hey Explorers! We'll be back next week with new episodes. In the meantime, here's a rebroadcast of a popular episode. You don't have to pay full price for Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea merchandise. We share places to find second-hand merchandise in the Tokyo area so you can save yourself some money! This episode was initially released in September 2021.

Apr 01, 202436 min

Guide to Ghibli Park Near Nagoya, Japan | Rebroadcast

Hey Explorers! We're taking a little break from new episodes but rebroadcasting a few for you. We discuss everything you need to know about Ghibli Park near Nagoya, Japan! Plan your trip and know what to expect when you visit. This was initially released in December 2022 in episode 270.

Mar 25, 202431 min

Cool Japan 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 305

Cool Japan is back at Universal Studios Japan with My Hero Academia, Detective Conan, Monster Hunter, and Demon Slayer! We talk about our experience and give tips for your visit.

Mar 11, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 305

Our Favourite Spots at the Tokyo Disney Hotels | 304

We discuss our favourite lounges, restaurants, and relaxing places at the different hotels in and around Tokyo Disney Resort! Get our 2024 digital guidebook for Tokyo Disney Resort and make your travel planning easier!

Mar 04, 202454 minEp. 304

Everything You Need to Know About Universal Studios Japan in 2024 | 303

Everything you need to know about planning for Universal Studios Japan in 2024! From Super Nintendo World to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. You can get our 2024 Universal Studios Japan Digital Guidebook right from our website, too!

Feb 26, 20241 hr 33 minEp. 303

Everything You Need to Know About Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024 | 302

Everything you need to know about planning for Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024! From Fantasy Springs to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. Our digital travel guide to Tokyo Disney Resort for 2024 will be available very soon .

Feb 22, 20242 hr 2 minEp. 302

Minnie’s Funderland at Tokyo Disneyland | 300

Minnie Mouse has her seasonal event at Tokyo Disneyland this winter called Minnie’s Funderland . We discuss food, merchandise, decorations, and entertainment.

Feb 05, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 300

Is Universal Studios Beijing Worth Visiting? | 298

Dive into Chris' winter visit to Universal Studios Beijing with us! From travel tips to tasty treats, food, merchandise, attractions, and the ultimate question: Is it worth visiting?

Jan 09, 20241 hrEp. 298

Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland | 297

Zootopia is finally open at Shanghai Disneyland ! We discuss everything about this new land, including tips for your visit to maximize your time there. From the food to character greetings to merchandise and, of course, the ride, we’ll cover it all!

Jan 02, 202457 minEp. 297

How Christmas in Japan is Different | Rebroadcast

How does Christmas differ in Japan from Canada, the US, Australia, the United Kingdom, and other countries? We discuss things like food and customs here in Japan! This is a rebroadcast of episode 64, which was initially released on December 12, 2016.

Dec 18, 20231 hr 13 min

Our Club 33 Experience at Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast

This is a rebroadcast of episode 104, titled "Club 33 at Tokyo Disneyland," from 2017. We begin talking about our experience at the 30-minute mark if you want to skip to that portion. We'll have a new regular episode out later this week!

Dec 04, 202359 min

When to Visit Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea | 295

After some delays, Fantasy Springs opens on June 6, 2024, at Tokyo DisneySea. We discuss when we think you should visit (or not) Tokyo DisneySea in 2024 when this new Port-of-Call opens in the most extensive expansion at Tokyo Disney Resort !

Nov 14, 202359 minEp. 295

How was Halloween at Tokyo Disney in 2023? | 294

Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea was in full swing this year after almost four years of nothing. However, not everything is back to how it was in 2019, and we explain why we think that is. We also discussed the food we tried, the merchandise we bought, and the entertainment we watched!

Oct 30, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 294

Popular Characters in Japan and Where to Find Them | 290

Japan is known for its cute characters. We discuss what characters are popular in Japan, including ones created in Japan or ones that took on a life of their own that aren't originally from the country! — This is early access to our latest episode as part of your perk for supporting us on Patreon! As always, thank you so much for the endless support. It means the world to us. Chris & Trish

Aug 30, 202338 minEp. 290

Our Favourite Places to Eat in Japan – Episode 289

Hey Explorers! Trish and I discuss a variety of places we love to eat at within Tokyo, around Tokyo Disney Resort, and other locations throughout Japan! Here's a list of the places we mention in the episode: Urayasu (Tokyo Disney Resort Area): もんJa, Laumelia, Bountiful, Hyatt Regency Rooftop, Matsuri Brewery, Shinra, Mountain Asian Restaurant Patricia's List: Breakfast: Komeda Cute: Q-Pot Cafe City View: The Moon at Mori Art Museum Surprise Me: Shinjuku Tachikichi Fine Dining/Stylish: La Maison ...

Aug 12, 202348 minEp. 289
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