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Disney Rids Park of ‘Toy Story’, Permanent Closure and Retheme Strikes in 1 Day

A group of children joyfully competes in a futuristic arcade game, using colorful laser guns. The vibrant setting is illuminated with neon lights and space-themed decor, creating an exciting atmosphere.
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Tomorrow is the final day to experience Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters at Tokyo Disney Resort. The beloved interactive attraction will permanently close on October 31, allowing guests just one last day to join Buzz and his crew in a thrilling battle against the Evil Emperor Zurg.

A group of children joyfully competes in a futuristic arcade game, using colorful laser guns. The vibrant setting is illuminated with neon lights and space-themed decor, creating an exciting atmosphere.

Credit: Disney

With its closure, Tokyo Disney Resort prepares to usher in new experiences and further development, enhancing its reputation as one of the most unique Disney destinations in the world.

For years, Astro Blasters has provided families and fans a hands-on mission in outer space, encouraging riders to blast away at colorful targets to rack up points and challenge themselves to reach “Galactic Hero” status with a top score of 999,999. As an iconic staple in Tomorrowland, the attraction has left countless memories for those who have stepped into Buzz Lightyear’s intergalactic battle. Now, as part of Tokyo Disney Resort’s continued transformation, Astro Blasters will soon make way for an all-new experience.

Farewell to a Fan-Favorite Ride

A vibrant scene featuring a space-themed ride with an astronaut character aiming a laser at animated alien figures in a neon-lit, cosmic setting filled with swirling patterns and vivid colors.

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Tokyo Disney Resort has marked Astro Blasters’ final months with a memorable two-part farewell event. Beginning in July, the resort celebrated the ride’s legacy, and since mid-September, fans have been able to collect limited-edition “Complete the Mission” stickers featuring Buzz, a little green alien, and Zurg himself. The resort has also highlighted the role Astro Blasters has played in family memories and as a go-to attraction for younger visitors.

With this iconic ride closing, Tokyo Disney Resort looks ahead to its latest venture: an interactive dark ride themed to Wreck-It-Ralph. This new attraction will transport guests into the animated world of Sugar Rush, the video game from Wreck-It-Ralph, where they’ll join Ralph and Vanellope in battling “Sugar Bugs” released by the villainous King Candy. As part of Tokyo Disney’s ambitious reimagining, the Wreck-It-Ralph attraction will bring a fresh, exciting experience to Tomorrowland while honoring the arcade-style tradition Astro Blasters leaves behind.

A New Era for Tokyo Disney Resort

The closure of Astro Blasters is part of a broader transformation at Tokyo Disney Resort. Known for its beautiful themed lands, exclusive attractions, and extraordinary guest experience, Tokyo Disney Resort stands as a crown jewel among global Disney parks. As Japan’s leading tourist attraction, it combines beloved Disney classics with unique features like Pooh’s Hunny Hunt, Journey to the Center of the Earth, and Sindbad’s Storybook Voyage, which exist only in Tokyo.

The Resort’s commitment to innovation and evolution has resulted in a multi-year enhancement plan for Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, and more.

Earlier this year, Tokyo Disney bid farewell to Space Mountain, a legendary roller coaster that concluded over 40 years of operation. This milestone marks a significant step in the reimagining of Tomorrowland, where a brand-new version of Space Mountain will emerge in the coming years. The redesigned Space Mountain will combine new technology with a fresh storyline to reimagine the classic coaster for future generations of Disney fans.

Looking beyond Tomorrowland, Tokyo Disney Resort has also opened expansions in Fantasyland, including the highly anticipated Fantasy Springs project at Tokyo DisneySea. Fantasy Springs features entirely new realms inspired by Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan. This new area aims to capture the immersive storytelling that has made Tokyo DisneySea one of the world’s most celebrated theme parks, with state-of-the-art rides, attractions, and even a luxury hotel within the new land.

Final Farewell to Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters

Woody Buzz Toy Story

Credit: Disney/Pixar

If you’re planning a visit to Tokyo Disney Resort, make sure to carve out time for one last ride on Astro Blasters before it closes tomorrow. With this closing chapter, Tokyo Disney Resort once again proves its dedication to blending nostalgia with innovation, creating new experiences while honoring its past. Buzz’s departure is a momentous event for the park, symbolizing both the end of a beloved era and the start of exciting new adventures.

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About Alessia Dunn

Orlando theme park lover who loves thrills and theming, with a side of entertainment. You can often catch me at Disney or Universal sipping a cocktail, or crying during Happily Ever After or Fantasmic.

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