We just got the news that Star Tours in Tokyo Disneyland will be getting The Adventures Continue update. The attraction that opened in 1989 will close down for a while, while imagineers prepare the space adventure for the 3D upgrade. The opening is setfor May 7th, 2013. Next year will also mean the 30th anniversary for Tokyo Disneyland.

URAYASU, CHIBA — Tokyo Disneyland ® Park announced that Star Tours: The Adventures Continue will have its grand opening in Tomorrowland on Tuesday, May 7, 2013. This new attraction – a complete renovation of the popular Star Wars TM-themed Star Tours sattraction that opened in 1989 – features for the first time brilliant 3D images and a thrilling, unpredictable experience with every ride.

Read the entire press release here.