Moon power to shine across the Pacific for the first time at Universal Studios Hollywood, One Piece and Super Mario get special events too.
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Reenergized partnership project will start in Japan, then spread to Universal Studios parks in other countries.
Japanese prefecture that already has a Hello Kitty airport is getting ready for even more Sanrio cuteness.
Kids can learn about the construction and maintenance processes of multi-story residential buildings while earning their own currency.
Path through the forest of wild Pokémon could strain some visitors’ legs, ticket cost might be hard on their hearts.
Hayao Miyazaki’s latest anime makes its photo spot debut, but a classic Castle in the Sky scene is bowing out.
Chilling terror mixes with warm nostalgia as the Hiesan Haunted House rises from its figurative grave.
First-ever permanent Pokémon amusement park attractions look like they’re going to be international traveler-friendly too.
Ghibli Park gives you a chance to experience a traditional Japanese summer festival and to take home multiple Ponyos if you’ve got the right skills.
Eradication squads to be dispatched to deal with outbreak, guests will need to prove they’re not infected by completing missions inside haunted theme park.




















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