Tokyo Disneyland TROLLS Disney USA with EPIC Splash Mountain Upgrade

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Tokyo Disneyland isn’t just preserving Splash Mountain — they’re elevating it.

For their annual summer extravaganza called the Summer Cool-Down Festival, Tokyo Disney Resort is bringing back an enthusiast-loved temporary addition: Splash Mountain’s Super-Soaker MAX experience. However, this time around, the excitement and wetness level have been significantly amplified.

The Enhanced Splash Mountain Soaked MAX Plus offers an upgraded summer special that drenches both riders and spectators with increased, thrilling water effects. Moreover, you can buy a unique, limited-edition photograph of your ride as a keepsake, turning this into a memorable collector’s event.

The lighthearted nature and revitalization of this promotion are noteworthy, but its launch coincides with a more profound meaning. Over in the Pacific, Disney has been gradually replacing Splash Mountain rides in their U.S. parks with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. This transformation stems from corporate sensitivity towards potential racial connotations associated with the 1946 movie, Song of the South, which partially influenced the original ride’s theme.

The decision regarding the new ride has turned out to be met with widespread disapproval among Disney enthusiasts. Various surveys, social media responses, and direct feedback from visitors at Disney World and Disneyland indicate that the ride hasn’t struck a chord as its previous version did. Fans have pointed out that they cherished Splash Mountain for its distinct appeal, catchy soundtrack, exhilarating climax, and rich theming – aspects that weren’t driven by its tenuous link to a film that many spectators hadn’t watched.

People who criticize Disney suggest that changing the attraction was more about making a statement of virtue than improving the guest experience. Despite Splash Mountain being a popular family ride for many decades, Disney executives presented the retheme as essential for inclusivity, but there were no major complaints from guests to justify this claim.

In Japan, the Oriental Land Company, which runs Tokyo Disney Resort independently from The Walt Disney Company, has held onto their traditional log flume ride. Reports suggest that Disney proposed a redesign for this ride in Tokyo as well, but the Oriental Land Company opted to keep it the way it is originally designed.

As a passionate movie critic, I’m thrilled to share my perspective on the exciting transformation taking place at Tokyo Disneyland with their latest offering, Get Soaked MAX Plus. Instead of subtly retiring Splash Mountain or moving it to the shadows, they are boldly elevating this classic attraction into a summer spectacle. This isn’t just about preserving an iconic ride; it’s about amplifying the fun and making a splashy statement that will undoubtedly leave visitors drenched in delight!

The criticism, whether deliberate or not, implied in this situation is subtle. On both the East and West American coasts, decisions have been made, and Disney’s domestic parks are working hard to excite people about a revamped attraction that’s received mixed reactions. Meanwhile, Tokyo Disney is choosing to uphold tradition, which has only amplified the attention on their Splash Mountain ride, now widely regarded as the best by many.

By maintaining and improving traditional attractions instead of reimagining them, Tokyo Disneyland solidifies its reputation as a paradise for dedicated Disney enthusiasts. With alterations at home leaving some fans disappointed, a vacation in Japan during the summer could become an increasingly attractive option for them.

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2025-04-25 20:56