Originally Posted By SuperDry This was just posted on the official TDR home page (translation by Google Translate): "News from Tokyo Disney Resort About the park management since March 13 - at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, but we postponed today due to the operation of northeastern Taiheiyou earthquake that occurred on March 11 and will continue after tomorrow Closed I will. Forecast for the resumption of operations, we'll decide by around March 21. No major damage in buildings of the park's facilities and the recently earthquake, but we also check the security already in progress, with regard to resume operations when, in addition to the safety of park facilities, given the situation and restoration of transport and surrounding infrastructure decisions will continue to carefully."
Originally Posted By SpokkerJones It appears that while the resort has sustained minor damage, the state of the transportation infrastructure would make it impractical for guests to visit. The Keiyo Line, which serves Maihama station, is still closed while other lines are operating at half capacity. This would suggest some damage to the Keiyo Line. So even after they inspect the parks, the lack of transportation infrastructure would make it impossible for employees to get to work.
Originally Posted By Mr X If it happens, that would be quite unprecedented. Although, considering there's yet ANOTHER freakin aftershock (one of hundreds at this point, feels like we're living on a giant boat!) rocking my keyboard as I type this, I'd say it's probably for the best!
Originally Posted By Malin Even if the Resort was in a position to reopen, it would be in incredibly poor taste to do so straight after the worst Earthquake to have ever hit Japan which is what the media has reported it to be here. I think the main concern for people are the recovery efforts for now and getting important things like the transportation system in Tokyo for instance back up and running a full service quickly in preparation for people returning to work on Monday. Hopely the Tokyo Disney Resort will use the downtime to fix any minor damage done and refurbish areas that can't usually be done, due to the presures involved in running a Resort 365 days a year. I do have to wonder if any damage has been done to the current construction work on Toy Story Mania and if the upcoming Fantasmic debut will be delayed. But these issues really don't matter at the moment. Mr X, I am happy to see that your ok, our thoughts are with you at the moment.
Originally Posted By Mr X ***Mr X, I am happy to see that your ok, our thoughts are with you at the moment*** Much appreciated!
Originally Posted By Malin The Resort's English website has changed the opening hours and does not list the park opening until the 22nd of March. <a href="http://www.tokyodisneyresort.co.jp/en/schedule/timeschedule/march_e.html" target="_blank">http://www.tokyodisneyresort.c...h_e.html</a>
Originally Posted By SpokkerJones According to JR East: The Keiyo Line is now operating with delays. <a href="http://traininfo.jreast.co.jp/train_info/e/kanto.aspx" target="_blank">http://traininfo.jreast.co.jp/...nto.aspx</a>
Originally Posted By SpokkerJones "Even if the Resort was in a position to reopen, it would be in incredibly poor taste to do so straight after the worst Earthquake to have ever hit Japan" Was Disneyland open on 9/12/01? It has nothing to do with poor taste. Employees need to get paid. Commerce needs to continue. Life needs to get back to normal. The resort should open as soon as it is safe and practical to do so. No regard should be given to cries of poor taste. One thing I hated about TV personalities after 9/11 is that they all hesitated to come back. Letterman and Leno and all them. But Howard Stern was broadcasting every single day and was with the people. Life should not shut down if anything can be done about it.
Originally Posted By disneywatcher Since I do live in earthquake country -- southern California -- I always look even more closely at occurrences similar to what occurred in Japan on Friday. I read an article that said people visiting Tokyo (not even near the epicenter!) from the LA area who lived through the Northridge quake in 1994 described Friday's quake as lasting much longer, being much stronger and causing them to feel shocked compared with what they've experienced in the past. When I read that, it brought home to me just how extreme was the quake near Sendai. So now I truly understand what Mr. X is referring to. My deepest condolences go out to all of Japan. I'm apprehensive because the string of quakes in the Pacific basin over the recent past suggests more activity to come. That possibly may include another part of the "Ring of Fire" where some Disney theme parks also are located.
Originally Posted By SingleParkPassholder Just as an observer from afar, I can't imagine the park re-opening any time soon. There's simply too much chaos less than 300 miles away with the possibility of more, what with the nuclear reactors, volcanos, and whatever else gets triggered. I'm also no expert on Japanese culture, but my impression would be that they would want to devote all energy and resources to helping the recovery efforts and stabilizing the region before getting the park re-opened. Moreover, this is apples and oranges compared to 9/11. Much different type of disaster.
Originally Posted By SingleParkPassholder "Since I do live in earthquake country -- southern California -- I always look even more closely at occurrences similar to what occurred in Japan on Friday." We live in Long Beach. My wife and I have already had some serious discussions about getting the hell out of here once we retire in ten years because of this.
Originally Posted By Mr X ***One thing I hated about TV personalities after 9/11 is that they all hesitated to come back. Letterman and Leno and all them. But Howard Stern was broadcasting every single day and was with the people*** Big difference between Stern, who could basically do whatever he felt like programming wise, and the comedy guys who's shows had a certain light hearted/happy feel to them and, for several days at least, could NOT be expected to put on a "show" like they normally do. I thought it was fine the way they handled it.
Originally Posted By Mr X ***I read an article that said people visiting Tokyo (not even near the epicenter!) from the LA area who lived through the Northridge quake in 1994 described Friday's quake as lasting much longer, being much stronger and causing them to feel shocked compared with what they've experienced in the past*** It seemed to last an awfully long time (I believe the "real time" was something over a minute, but you know how these things distort the senses...some friends said "five minutes", which is certainly what it felt like!), and just kept growing in intensity. I've felt many quakes, but this one was immediately "different", and we were ducking and covering like crazy. ***When I read that, it brought home to me just how extreme was the quake near Sendai*** I can't even imagine. It was bad enough 200 miles away! ***So now I truly understand what Mr. X is referring to*** Scared the crap out of me, I know that much. Was afraid the house would collapse. Since it hit, it's been nothing but aftershocks (some really big ones too!), so there's no sense of normalcy at all (just felt 3-4 of them in the past several minutes, one right after the other).
Originally Posted By Malin *** Was Disneyland open on 9/12/01? *** Disneyland is in California which was not directly affected by the September the 11th Terror attacks. Tokyo Disneyland was directly involved in the Earthquake and as of writing many millions of homes in just Tokyo are still without power. To reopen the park so quickly with the town so badly affected by the Earthquake is not getting your priorities right. It seems the OLC agree with this since the park will be closed until atleast the 21st. I do agree the Resort needs to reopen sooner rather than later but the timing needs to be right. Business or not its unacceptable to reopen the Resort when so many homes around Tokyo are still without power. I think seeing the bigger picture it is far more important to concentrate and get Tokyo back up and running so workers can get back to the office. Than maybe the Resort could consider reopening up the parks. For people hungry for themeparks I recomend a trip to Universal Studios in Osaka. Although a themepark is most likely the last thing on people's minds right now.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< Since it hit, it's been nothing but aftershocks (some really big ones too!), so there's no sense of normalcy at all (just felt 3-4 of them in the past several minutes, one right after the other). >>> In case you want to keep track, here's a list of 5.0+ earthquakes worldwide, updated in real time: <a href="http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsww/Quakes/quakes_big.php" target="_blank">http://earthquake.usgs.gov/ear..._big.php</a> There appear to be hundreds of the 5.0+ variety aftershocks in Japan, not even counting the ones 4.9 and below. Wow.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< Since it hit, it's been nothing but aftershocks (some really big ones too!) >>> Using the above data, I can see how strong the initial quake and aftershocks have been at the epicenter, but I can't seem to track down how strong they are in the Tokyo area. Mr X, have you seen this data published locally? I'm trying to put the current Tokyo experience in comparison to earthquakes that I've personally ridden out in the past.
Originally Posted By SpokkerJones "Big difference between Stern, who could basically do whatever he felt like programming wise, and the comedy guys who's shows had a certain light hearted/happy feel to them and, for several days at least, could NOT be expected to put on a "show" like they normally do." When Letterman finally came on he was very serious. Stern also does a comedy show, and they did laugh during and after the tragedy. Humor can help people get through difficult situations.
Originally Posted By Bob Paris 1 Indeed - I remember Dave actually debating on air on his show whether he should have come back or not. He really felt he wanted to come back for the people of NY and America - to do something for them.
Originally Posted By Mr X Meh...I think they did the right thing. A radio guy doing his regular show is a totally different story.
Originally Posted By fkurucz >>Scared the crap out of me, I know that much. Was afraid the house would collapse.<< X, glad to hear that you and your loved ones are safe and sound. Quick question: what is your home built out of? Is it wookframe construction or is it bricks and concrete?
