Updates Coming for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts at D23 Expo Japan; American Adventure Adding Icons & More During Refurbishment

Updates Coming for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts at D23 Expo Japan Sunday Night:

The D23 Expo in Japan kicked off yesterday and and tomorrow night around 10:15 p.m. ET, the Walt Disney Parks & Resorts panel will kick off. The panel will feature multiple updates from Parks & Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek that you won't want to miss. 

Stay tuned right here on It All Started With a Mouse for updates, maybe we will finally get the official opening date for Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

American Adventure Adding New Icons & More During Refurbishment:

A few weeks ago The American Adventure was closed for a month long refurbishment. Not much was known about the refurbishment until yesterday. Right now Imagineers at Epcot are busy converting the original film into an all-digital projection system as well as installing a new screen and speakers. This will enhance the film to make it look and sound better than ever when it reopens later this month. 

That's not all as the final scene of the film, guests will notice some new and familiar faces of American icons. These include legendary music composer John Williams, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, and noted ballerina Misty Copeland. 

Oh and one more thing, the iconic "Golden Dream' has been re-recorded with all-new orchestration that brings the beloved music and lyrics to life in a way that will resonate more than ever. Spread your golden wings, America. This classic attraction is coming back with even more American pride. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Jedi Training Academy at DHS to End October 4th, New Show on the Way, Take a Look at Morimoto Asia Full Menu, and More

Jedi Training Academy at DHS to End October 4th, New Show on the Way:

With last night's news on Disneyland that Seasons of the Force will begin November 16, speculation began on when Disney World's would begin. A new Jedi Training Academy show will be opening in December at Disneyland, called Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple. News broke this morning that the Jedi Training Academy at Disney's Hollywood Studios will be performing its last shows on October 4th.

The new version, 'Trials of the Temple', will debut later this year on both coasts. The new show will be a twist on the training academy with new characters and a new villain from the popular Disney XD series "Star Wars Rebels." The new villain should be The Inquisitor.

WDW News Today is reporting the new show should debut by Thanksgiving at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

First Look at Morimoto Asia Menu, Opening Next Week at Disney Springs:

The new Morimoto Asia restaurant in Disney Springs will be opening next Wednesday, September 30.  Morimoto Asia is a pan-Asian dining experience, including open terraces, grand hall, private rooms, long bar, cocktail lounge, waterside seating, and more. Here is the menu:

Sony to Release Remastered Star Wars Soundtracks:

Sony will be released three remastered versions of the original six films of the Star Wars Saga. They will all be composed by John Williams and be released on January 8th, 2016.

• Star Wars: The Ultimate Vinyl Collection - The six film soundtracks in deluxe gatefold sleeves faithfully replicating the original artwork
• Star Wars: The Ultimate Soundtrack Edition - The six original soundtracks in mini-album jackets, plus a bonus CD featuring audio interviews with Harrison Ford and John Williams. Also included is the DVD Star Wars: A Musical Journey, a one-hour special highlighting select musical themes alongside key sequences from the films. Lastly, this set will include a fold-out poster and three collectible stickers.
• Star Wars: The Ultimate Digital Collection - The set comes in a bundle of the original six soundtracks available for the first time ever as high-definition downloads.