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Weekly News Roundup: What You Missed (January 2, 2022)

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

Let’s take a glance at the week that was.

Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Construction Update December 2021

Construction on Fantasy Springs at DisneySea continues full steam ahead, transforming what was previously a parking lot opposite the resort’s official hotels, into a fantasy-themed wonderland. Opening in 2023, the Fantasy Springs expansion includes a brand new hotel, restaurants, two Peter Pan attractions, a Tangled attraction, and a Frozen attraction. Read more…

For complete details on Fantasy Springs, check out our full write-up.

Toy Story Hotel December 2021 Construction Update

Toy Story Hotel Construction Tokyo Disneyland December 2021 Social

As construction of the new Toy Story Hotel at Tokyo Disney Resort continues, let’s stop by to take a look at the latest progress. The Resort’s first ‘Moderate’ hotel officially opens on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Read more…

For complete details on Toy Story Hotel, check out our full write up!

Tower of Terror “Unlimited” Returns to Tokyo DisneySea in 2022

During the winter months (January to the beginning of March) at Tokyo Disney Resort — the slowest time of the year – Disney has been known to introduce special limited-time versions of the thrilling drop ride. 2022 will see the return of the popular Tower of Terror Unlimited. Read more…

New Year’s at Tokyo Disney Resort (2022)

New Year’s is the most important holiday in Japan (also Tokyo Disney Resort) known as oshougatsu (お正月). It’s a period where families come together and celebrate the holiday. While a lot of businesses are closed, Tokyo Disney Resort is busy celebrating New Year’s with their shortest event of the year! The New Year’s Event runs from January 1, 2022, through January 16, 2022, at Tokyo Disneyland & Tokyo DisneySea. Read more…

Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise Update January 2022

You’re thinking, “Another merchandise update already? Didn’t you publish one?” and the answer is “Of course.” Tokyo Disney Resort doesn’t rest when it comes to brand new merchandise.

There’s already brand new merchandise at the Resort as of January 1, 2022. We’ll update this article with more items as the month goes on because you know there’s more coming. Read more…

Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise Update December 2021

In December, we saw a ton of new merchandise released at Tokyo Disney Resort and the Disney Store Japan. From New Year’s 2022 items to Winnie the Pooh. Here’s a look at the many items that were released in December 2021 at Tokyo Disney Resort! Read more…

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