Tokyo Disneyland makes money, but Euro Disney in Paris (of which it owns 39%) nearly went bankrupt and remains heavily indebted.

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Tokyo Disneyland brushed off any challenge from Hong Kong, saying overseas tourists accounted for only 3% to 4% of its visitors.

CNN: Making A Magic Kingdom

Similarly, the food offered at Tokyo Disneyland is noticeably different from the US, infusing both Chinese and American flavours with Japanese cuisine.

BBC: Different Disneylands around the world

In Tokyo Disneyland, even adult visitors will sing, clap and dance along to the internationally themed live shows, such as the Latin-American vibes of Minnie Oh!

BBC: Different Disneylands around the world

Like Disney's two other international theme parks - Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Paris - the complex will be a celebration of Americana, seen through the eyes of Hollywood.

CNN: Making A Magic Kingdom

And it was too cautious in Japan, leaving Disneyland Tokyo mostly in the hands of partners.

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