Mickey Mouse has been through countless transformations over the decades, but his next one may be among his most dazzling yet. The world’s most famous mouse is about to set sail in style — quite literally — as Tokyo DisneySea celebrates its 25th anniversary with a new look that’s equal parts nostalgic and nautical.
From his earliest Steamboat Willie days — now part of the public domain — to his red shorts and iconic grin, Mickey’s image has continually evolved alongside the Walt Disney Company itself. The studio has turned the art of reinvention into a tradition, regularly updating Mickey’s wardrobe for special events such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.
Over the years, each iteration has reflected the moment. For example, his Disney100 outfit shimmered in platinum, while his Halloween 2025 costume leaned into deep purples and greens, echoing the colors of his Disneyland70 anniversary ensemble, with Minnie Mouse also following suit. Now, another milestone calls for another wardrobe refresh.
A Sparkling New Era at Tokyo DisneySea
Beginning April 15, 2026, Tokyo DisneySea will unveil a brand-new look for Mickey and his friends as part of its Tokyo DisneySea 25th Sparkling Jubilee.
The event marks a quarter century of what many fans consider the most intricately themed Disney park on earth — one that continues to blend storytelling, architecture, and oceanic motifs unlike anywhere else.
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The costumes for Tokyo DisneySea’s anniversary event “Tokyo DisneySea 25th ‘Sparkling Jubilee'”, which will be held starting April 15, 2026, have been revealed for the first time✨
The costumes of Disney’s friends are unified in a special color “Jubilee Blue” inspired by the various charms of the sea in the park🌟
Let’s celebrate a special year together at Tokyo DisneySea wrapped in Jubilee Blue🎶
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2026年4月15日から開催する東京ディズニーシーのアニバーサリーイベント「東京ディズニーシー25周年“スパークリング・ジュビリー”」の衣装を初公開✨
ディズニーの仲間たちの衣装は、パークのさまざまな海の魅力から着想を得た特別な色「ジュビリーブルー」で統一されています🌟… pic.twitter.com/0k2e0sR3yo
— 東京ディズニーリゾートPR【公式】 (@TDR_PR) November 4, 2025
For the celebration, Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and other characters will don matching costumes unified by “Jubilee Blue,” a shimmering hue inspired by the sea and its endless possibilities. Each design incorporates subtle nautical details, reflecting the park’s maritime heart and timeless elegance.
As part of the festivities, Mickey and his friends will take to the waters of Mediterranean Harbor aboard a specially decorated barge. Guests can expect a vibrant spectacle filled with music, color, and movement — the kind of production for which Tokyo DisneySea has long been known.
A Celebration Beyond the Harbor
The park-wide event also includes Dance the Globe! — a limited-time show at Waterfront Park in the American Waterfront. The musical celebration brings together fan-favorite characters, such as Rapunzel from Tangled (2010), Hiro from Big Hero 6 (2014), and Mirabel from Encanto (2021), marking Mirabel’s first-ever appearance at Tokyo DisneySea.
When night falls, the Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta facade will transform into a living canvas, illuminated by projection mapping effects set to the event’s original theme song. The display will turn the harbor into a glittering panorama of light and sound, capturing the spirit of the anniversary in cinematic fashion.
No Disney event is complete without themed cuisine, and the Sparkling Jubilee will deliver just that. Restaurants across the park will feature commemorative décor, special menus, and limited-edition food wagons offering treats inspired by the oceanic theme and color palette of the celebration.
Opened in 2001, Tokyo DisneySea remains a one-of-a-kind Disney park. Renowned for its dense crowds, the park features meticulously designed “ports of call,” including Mediterranean Harbor, American Waterfront, Arabian Coast, Lost River Delta, Mermaid Lagoon, Mysterious Island, and Port Discovery.
Each area immerses guests in a distinct narrative — from exploring Captain Nemo’s volcanic lair in Mysterious Island to discovering the underwater world of The Little Mermaid in Mermaid Lagoon (which also serves as the perfect escape from the Tokyo rain).
The park is celebrated for its world-class attractions like Journey to the Center of the Earth, Tower of Terror, Sindbad’s Storybook Voyage, and Soaring: Fantastic Flight. Its blend of thrill rides, atmosphere, and storytelling has made it a global benchmark for Disney Imagineering.
The anniversary arrives during a transformative era for Tokyo DisneySea. Following the 2024 opening of Fantasy Springs — an expansive new area featuring worlds from Peter Pan (1953), Tangled, and Frozen (2013) — the park continues to evolve at a rapid pace.
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