Weekly News Roundup: What You Missed (December 10, 2021)

Welcome to the TDR Explorer Weekly News Round-Up. You may have missed some of our articles, podcasts, and videos during this busy time of year. Fear not, we’ve got all of the latest news in one place to help you catch up!

Let us take a look back at the week that was.

Universal Studios Japan Christmas 2021 Merchandise

Ho ho ho! Celebrate the holidays at Universal Studios Japan this year with festive Christmas merchandise! Featuring characters from The Peanuts, Hello Kitty, Minions, and Sesame Street, this merchandise is on sale now until January 10, 2022. Explorer Parker visited USJ to give us the lowdown on all the merch! Read more…

For more information about Christmas at Universal Studios Japan. Check out our main article.

Tokyo Flagship Disney Store Merchandise

Merchandise enthusiasts rejoice! Japan’s largest Flagship Disney Store opened its doors on December 5 in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The store promises the ultimate Disney shopping experience and carries a wide range of merchandise, including Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel. Explorer Chris visited the store to check out the merchandise! Read more…

Check out our main article for more information on the newly opened Disney Flagship Tokyo store.

Hunter x Hunter Collaboration Coming to Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan has announced that a Hunter x Hunter collaboration is coming to the park! The event runs from March 4 to August 8, 2022, as part of the annual Cool Japan event.

While Universal hasn’t announced what kind of collaboration is coming to the park, past events have included ride layovers, 3D shows, live shows, and themed restaurants. Read more…

Tokyo Disneyland New Year’s 2022 Merchandise

Tokyo Disney Resort has its annual New Year’s merchandise, and for 2022 it’s the Year of the Tiger! To celebrate this year’s design features, Chandu, Rajah, Tigger, and Shere Khan! Here’s a look at the new merchandise available now at Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, Bon Voyage, and Disney Hotels. Read more…

Detective Conan Event Coming to Universal Studios Japan

Detective Conan is returning to Universal Studios Japan as part of Cool Japan 2022! Next year will see the total return of the annual Cool Japan event from March 4 to August 28, 2022. Four Detective Conan attractions are coming to Universal Studios Japan as part of the event! Read more…

Beauty and the Beast Musical to open at Tokyo Disney Resort in 2022

This week it was announced that “Beauty and the Beast” is heading back to the stage! In association with Disney Theatrical Productions, Japan’s Shiki Theatre Company announced a reimagined production of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” which will open in October 2022 at Maihama Amphitheater, located in Tokyo Disney Resort beside the Disney Ambassador Hotel. It will be fantastic to have a sit-down musical production at the resort! Read more…

Daiso 100 Yen Shop Opening at Tokyo Disney Resort

Also, this week, a brand new Daiso store opened at Ikspiari – perfect for those last-minute purchases before hitting the Disney parks! Daiso at Ikspiari is on the 2nd floor Trail & Track, right by the Disney Store. Read more…

Podcasts & Videos

Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise Tour | December 2021

It’s the LAST merchandise video of 2021 here at Tokyo Disneyland! Let’s see what’s available for new merchandise at Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, and Japan’s Disney Store.

Sailor Moon Winter Illumination Eternal

Sailor Moon is featured this year in one of the most significant winter illumination events in the Tokyo region! Join me as I visit the Sagamiko Resort Forest to enjoy the limited-time Sailor Moon Illumination Eternal event that’s on until April 3, 2022. I will show you the lights, merchandise, and of course, food!

While you’re here, be sure to check out the latest episode of the TDR Now Podcast where we share our experience visiting this fantastic event by talking about the food, merchandise, and of course, the lights (there’s over 6 million!).

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