• Universal Studios Japan Crowd Calendar
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    How to Use the Universal Studios Japan Crowd Calendar

    May 8, 2025 - By 

    The crowds at Universal Studios Japan can be some of the biggest at any theme park. Knowing the crowd levels on the days you plan to visit is key. I’ll show you the best and most accurate Universal Studios Japan crowd calendar and how it works. For a more in-depth look at the crowds (including a breakdown of every month at the park), check out our comprehensive 200-page Universal Studios Japan Digital Travel Guide. It’ll save you time and stress during your trip and has special chapters on Osaka and Kyoto, too! I recommend buying your Park tickets and Express…

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    Tokyo Disneyland Closure Extended Due to Coronavirus

    June 5, 2020 - By 

    UPDATED: June 23, 2020 Tokyo Disneyland & Tokyo DisneySea are reopening on July 1, 2020. In response to the coronavirus outbreak, Tokyo Disney Resort has announced on June 1 that the closures of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea have been extended, again. This comes after the reopening of their shopping complex, Ikspiari, on the same day. That means we don’t know when Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea are reopening. Japan has extended its state of emergency until May 31, 2020. We’d expect a new announcement in June. The Disney Hotels have also temporarily closed on April 1. This also includes…

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    Universal Studios Japan Extends Closure into June 2020

    May 26, 2020 - By 

    Updated: May 26, 2020 Universal Studios Japan has extended its closure from the end of May until June 7, 2020. The website states park tickets are suspended until June 7. A reopening date hasn’t been decided yet, but more information will come later. Japan has fully lifted its state of emergency in all prefectures. We’d expect plans are underway to begin reopening at some point soon. Universal Studios Japan has been closed since late February due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Tokyo Disney Resort similarly remains closed.

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    Coronavirus: Things to Know About Tokyo, Hong Kong, & Shanghai Disneyland Closures

    April 9, 2020 - By 

    The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to make headlines. This new strain of the coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China, has spread to countries around the world. Governments and health authorities are now introducing restrictions and advice to limit the spread of the virus. Since our focus here is regarding theme parks, instead of rehashing on what’s going on with COVID-19, we’ll provide you information on how it could affect travel to Japan, Hong Kong, and Shanghai (Mainland China), including how to stay safe and what you should do. And finally, how to stay informed. The most important advice is to…

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    Tokyo Disney Resort Announces Temporarily Closure Due to Coronavirus Concern

    February 28, 2020 - By 

    Before you read this, go wash your hands. Yes, do it. ??? Tokyo Disney Resort has announced it’s temporarily closed from February 29 through March 15, 2020, as a precautionary measure to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will reopen on March 16, 2020. What’s Closed at Tokyo Disney Resort? Tokyo Disneyland & Tokyo DisneySea Ikspiari Bon Voyage Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels are running with limited services Ticket Refunds Guests with pre-purchased tickets will be able to exchange them for new tickets for any date until March 31, 2021, or can request a refund. If…

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    Ghibli Museum in Tokyo Temporarily Closed Due to Coronavirus Concerns

    February 23, 2020 - By 

    The Ghibli Museum in Tokyo will be temporarily closed from February 25 – March 17, 2020, in an effort to limit the spread of the new coronavirus. The news was announced on the Ghibli Museum’s Japanese website in response to measures introduced by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The statement highlights that the next three weeks are a crucial period for limiting the spread of the disease.

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    Duffy & Friends Spring in Bloom Merchandise

    February 22, 2020 - By 

    Duffy and Friends are full of the joys of spring in their brand new seasonal merchandise. The Spring in Bloom mini-event is underway from March 23, 2020, and include over 20 new merchandise items. There is a new ShellieMay floral headband, plush badges, and souvenir snacks. But the new spring-time outfits are the undeniable highlight. ShellieMay, StellaLou and CookieAnn have flower crowns now! All items go on sale on March 23, 2020, at McDuck’s Department Store and other stores in Tokyo DisneySea. Unfortunately, Duffy and Friends merchandise is not available in Tokyo Disneyland or the hotel shops. Be sure to…