http://micechat.com/forums/ Trip Reports, News, and Questions en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:48:13 GMT vBulletin 60 http://micechat.com/forums/images/mc3/misc/rss.jpg http://micechat.com/forums/ http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127515-up-being-promoted-tokyo-disneyland.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:31:24 GMT The movie Up is being promoted at Tokyo Disneyland ahead of its upcoming Movie Release in December. Pictures over at Deep Disney show the movie's two main characters Carl Fredricksen and Russell in statue form standing over a waterfall in the Park's Adventureland. http://www.deepdisney.com/img2/09112...2009112000.htm ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort Malin http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127515-up-being-promoted-tokyo-disneyland.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127401-ground-broken.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:16:34 GMT Seems like a good portion of the bus parking lot just next to the TOT and the Broadway theater has been boarded up and asphalt has been torn up. ... Seems like a good portion of the bus parking lot just next to the TOT and the Broadway theater has been boarded up and asphalt has been torn up. Could this be the beginning of Midway Mania? ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort TDLFAN http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127401-ground-broken.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127328-tokyo-disneysea-valentine-nights-cd-release.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:35:22 GMT More info and cover art here : Disney Music (http://www.disney.co.jp/records/album_info/534.html) Looks like they are using Season of the Heart... More info and cover art here :
Disney Music

Looks like they are using Season of the Heart again as the main theme. ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort Mythica720 http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127328-tokyo-disneysea-valentine-nights-cd-release.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127164-good-omiage.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:28:44 GMT Hey, just wondering what people usually bring back for people back home? I was thinking of taking some stuff back for some Disneyphiles I know, but... Hey, just wondering what people usually bring back for people back home? I was thinking of taking some stuff back for some Disneyphiles I know, but I'm not sure what sorts of things people have found successful. Most of them have somewhat untrained palates, so I'm not sure a lot of the edibles would go down well with them, and I was sort of looking for things on the cheap side, and also not so kawaii that men wouldn't be seen with them.

I kind of like the Mickey hand card carriers, but I forget whether they sell them back home or not? Anyone know? Thanks! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort lonegungirl http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127164-good-omiage.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127129-guaging-success-recent-attractions.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:47:09 GMT This is a question for the TDR regulars.

I am interested in learning how successful the OLC's recent investments in the parks have been.

How would you rate the recent additions on a scale of 1-5 in terms of return-on-investment (i.e., how well have they driven attendance, satisfaction and spending in relation to how much they cost?). 1 being be a total failure (e.g. the Magic Kingdom's Stitch Live show that closed after a week) and 5 being a park savior (e.g. DLP's Space Mountain).

Going backwards in time:
1. Turtle Talk
2. Aloha e Komo Mai (Stitch Tiki Room)
3. Monster's Inc Ride & Go Seek
4. Sinbad's Storybook Adventure
5. Tower of Terror
6. Buzz Lightyear Astroblasters
7. Raging Spirits
8. Hunny Hunt

Please add any additions of the last 10 years you think are noteworthy (for their success or failure).


In an unrelated question, has the old tent facade for Mickey Mouse Revue been removed or are there any signs that the large section of FL may be getting a new facade in the style of DL or DLP?

Thanks very much.

Edit: Forgive me for misspelling "gauging" in the header - slightly embarrassing. ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort RandySavage http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/127129-guaging-success-recent-attractions.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126838-who-will-there-mickeys-birthday-11-18th.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:32:36 GMT I know I will to collect my light up giveaway present. Any others? I know I will to collect my light up giveaway present. Any others? ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort TDLFAN http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126838-who-will-there-mickeys-birthday-11-18th.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126578-tdr-next-week.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:48:48 GMT So I'll be at TDR next week from Mon-Thurs. Is there anything special going on for the start of the holiday season that I should be sure to try to make? Any meet-ups? Free give-aways? Commemorative popcorn buckets?

In terms of FP gathering, is Pooh still the first one to go for? Or Monsters Inc?

Woot! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort lonegungirl http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126578-tdr-next-week.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126530-tiana-disneyland.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:03:42 GMT Has anybody heard anything about a Princess and the Frog integration at TDL yet? Would a show on their riverboat or Theater Orleans even work? Has anybody heard anything about a Princess and the Frog integration at TDL yet? Would a show on their riverboat or Theater Orleans even work? ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort Mythica720 http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126530-tiana-disneyland.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126529-trip-planning-advice-im-leaving-week.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:48:06 GMT Hey guys, This is really last minute, but I am going to Tokyo Disneyland in a week, with my family(5).:yea: We're going for 3 days(the 10th, 11th, and 12th.) So I'm hoping I can get some advice and tips before I go. How big should I expect crowds to be? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort Brer Stefan http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126529-trip-planning-advice-im-leaving-week.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126477-tokyo-disney-easter.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:43:13 GMT I just read this this morning that coming next year from April thru June is the Tokyo Disneyland Easter

Disney's Easter Wonderland 4/1 -6/30, 2010

The parade-type entertainment will be held by characters in "Alice in Wonderland". It's the first Easter event filled with "Wonder" and "Surprise".

This is coming from Resort at Home site: Resortathome.com

There's other updates as well for some things planned for 2010 ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort jedimaster7313 http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126477-tokyo-disney-easter.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126464-tdr-park-tickets-question.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:18:31 GMT I'm going to Tokyo in May 2010 and i wondered if i get the 4 Days pass i can go like one day to each parks first . I want to go to Tokyo Disneyland on the first day then Tokyo Disney Sea the Second Day and then come back the same week to spend times at both parks twice .

Are we allowed to split up our visit even if it's a 2 Days Tickets. Is there any Discounts in Tokyo for TDR?

I know that TDR is very affordable for the Quality it has but just wondered .

Thanks in advance for the answer . ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort DLRP_bopazot http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126464-tdr-park-tickets-question.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126392-questions-tdr-new-years.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:59:11 GMT I was going to wait until more info was posted on the official site, but I'm too excited and I want to get more information now. :D My questions are laced into my paragraphs, but the TLDR version is at the bottom.

We're tentatively planning to go to Japan from 12/27-1/5. We had been planning on going during the week to see Christmas in the parks until a) we found out the event ends on the 25th and b) there's a New Years event the first week of January.

Because of the holidays, it doesn't seem like it would make a major difference when we go, but I think we're still going on a weekday. We are going to go to TDL either Tues (12/29) or Wed (12/30) and than TDS on Monday (1/5) and we wanted to get a Starlight passport on Sun (1/4) to see what we can of the New Years event in TDL. But first, what does it entail? Aside from some event merchadise, iirc there wasn't much to the Tanabata event which just we missed last time we went, but I figure with New Years being the most important holiday, there might be more stuff?

However, I was checking the calendar on the website and noticed hours for 1/1 is 2 am through 10 pm...that's 20 hours?! How does this work? Is it just a regular park ticket? Is it difficult to get in that day? It seems like it would be the best bang for your buck. :)

Fortunately, we did go recently in June, so we've done pretty much everything we wanted to do. We're planning on going on the rides that were closed the first time and our favorites, checking out any new food, and taking in the decor.

Will the Christmas decorations be taken down immediately or will they still be up the few days after Christmas? We can move our first day to Monday (12/28) if it means we can still catch them up. Will Christmas merchandise still be available? Will the special Duffy still be available? I was hoping to get the special Duffy with his tongue sticking out since seeing DuffyDad's pictures of his. :)

On a related note, my bf wants to experience hatsumode on the 31st and we're trying to decide which shrine or temple to go to. I think he's crazy since the crowds will probably be worse than Disneyland, but any recs? I think we'll be in Meguro for most of the time but that night will be in Asagaya, if it helps.

TLDR version:
1) What does the New Years event offer (food, attractions, decoration, etc)?
2) 1/1 park hours are 2 AM to 10 PM. How does this work? Is it just a regular park ticket? Is it difficult to get in that day?
3) Will the Christmas decorations be taken down immediately or will they still be up the few days after Christmas?
4) Will Christmas merchandise still be available?
5) Will the special Duffy still be available?
6) Any shrine or temple recs for hatsumode on 12/31?

Thanks for your help! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort tomoyo http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126392-questions-tdr-new-years.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126106-tds-day-anniversary.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:42:25 GMT Can anyone share w/me the perks (if any) of visiting TDS on 09/04--its actual anniversary date? I've seen pictures online of buttons w/the date on it. Trying to weigh the pros/cons of visiting on an anniversary vs. waiting for Harborside Christmas to start... thoughts? Thank you! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort TomGirl307 http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126106-tds-day-anniversary.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126098-looking-general-advice-dialog-tdr.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:14:30 GMT Hi all, first post on this forum. I will be at TDR for 3 1/2 days with my DS13 in mid-November after a business trip in China. That works out nicely... Hi all, first post on this forum. I will be at TDR for 3 1/2 days with my DS13 in mid-November after a business trip in China. That works out nicely that we will already be time zone adjusted.

I am a lurker and sometimes poster on the DLR and WDW forums here. DLR is my home resort (born and grew up in SoCal). I go to DLR about once a year with my family and we usually stay a few days. Have been to DLR many times over the years.

I have been to WDW twice (2006, 2008) and DLRP once (2007). This will be my second trip to Asia and first to TDR. I have been lurking here for a few weeks and reading posts from recent months.

I bought Kevin Yee's TDR book and decided my best bet was a TDR official hotel. The business trip just came up two weeks ago and I was short of time and unfortunately going to TDR over a holiday period in Japan so rooms were hard to find and pricey. I did get a room at the Sunroute Plaza at a higher rate than I would like. But I was glad to have any room at all. First choice would have been Hilton or Sheraton but they were booked even at the very high rates.

All I have at this point are flight and hotel reservations. Kevin Yee recommended the "limousine" service from Narita and I am planning to do that. No restaurant reservations yet. Planning to buy park tix at the hotel upon arrival. Based on what I have read I think we will spend two full days at TDS and 1 1/2 at TDL.

In any case, I am an avid Disney forum reader and will be glad to share my pre-trip and post trip perspectives and read yours as well. Some dialog would make this trip more fun. Feel free to share any and all thoughts and advice! ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort HydroGuy http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126098-looking-general-advice-dialog-tdr.html http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126097-list-all-different-outfits-duffy.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:45:53 GMT I went to Tokyo Disney a few years back with my dad and bought Duffy along with a few outfits. Recently, having seen the "Disney Bear" back in Disney World (as I go every year), it made me want to look up more outfits for Duffy wondering if the outfits and things would ever make it over here.

Looking through (and wishing that I could find the outfits besides on Yahoo Japan), I've seen several I like and started to wonder just how many different ones there are, so does anyone have a list (or even better, pictures) of all the different outfits?

Any help would be great~ ]]> Tokyo Disney Resort Wondering http://micechat.com/forums/tokyo-disney-resort/126097-list-all-different-outfits-duffy.html