Miyuki The Candy Lady

[SnoWhiteRabbit]

We will be avoiding the Candy Lady on our trip, I'll make sure of it.

That's a shame, really. She really is fascinating to watch. The process is amazing. My kids loving seeing her, even without getting any candy. It's worth going to as long as you don't have your heart or expectations set on getting one...

I would go to see her each trip.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

As many times as we've been to WDW...I still haven't seen Miyuki !!!

I'm going to make a point of putting some time aside to see at least one of her shows during our trip in August.

 

[4myrrh1]

now, did i introduce some factors that may have influenced miyuki's decisions? perhaps but it's still miyuki's choice. and rule #1 is we respect miyuki and her art first and foremost. anything beyond that is an unexpected treat.[/quote]
Bradk super work on this presentation and your trip reports are super to.

 

[bradk]

thankya kindly, i do try

 

[4myrrh1]

Bump

 

[tkd lisa]

We've seen Miyuki several times. I've never seen her behave rudely without being provoked. I'm sure that it does happen, but most times I've seen her act the way described here, it was because of the guests behavior.

My kids have received two animals apiece, but we've probably watched her show at least 12 or 13 times. And one time, when both kids got chosen, there were only 4 people there, so everyone was chosen. The other time, one child was picked one trip, then the other was picked on a different trip. And we are always there waiting when she starts.

Just like anything at Disney, your mileage may vary. I personally will always try to catch her show if we're in World Showcase when she's working. I will also not take more than one creation per trip. I think she's a true artist, and I enjoy watching her work.

 

[CaptHook34]

WOW, im very amazed at this. The last time we went to Japan World Showcase, i do remember right near the entrance to the japan store, there was a kiosk put it was packed with guests. This person is very creative and does a great job.

 

[scrump]

I caught her for the first time last February, and she is very talented. I'm glad I was able to watch for a couple of minutes.

 

[PatsGirl]

I've looked for her every time we've been to "Japan" and have always missed her show. Will try again in September -- DDBFF absolutely adores dragons, with any luck....

 

[Dizzyworld]

????? How do you get them home without breaking? Or what do you do with them while you are still at the park?

 

[luv2nascar]

We saw her once and thought she was amazing. My dd did not get picked and that was okay. I would watch her again but would not be surprised if we do not get picked.

 

[4myrrh1]

Some of these creatures are delicate. Of course Disney Dad carries the prize untill reaching the van. Then it goes into protection mode. Remember that heat is the enemy. I was there during February so this problem was somewhat minimized. I wrapped the squid in tissue paper and a towel then put it in the side compartments of the van. I really don't remember having to take it from the van untill arriving home but beware of the heat factor. ANY hot sunny day in an enclosed car and I suspect there would be damage. To all you new candy creature fans GOOD LUCK!

 

[bradk]

you can go into the department store and get a box for it, for what that does. i managed to get my first home without incident without that benefit. eventually his paws started breaking off though.

 

[MyZoeJane]

I'm sure she has "expectation radar" for those kids who think they deserve to be chosen for standing there the longest or being the closest to the front... I'm sure she also is very keenly aware of the little brats who push their way in front of people. Ick! I would make it an obvious point NOT to pick those people.

I am always simply baffled by the ADULTS at WDW who are willing to lessen the joy and experiences of a child for their own pleasure, too. Parade seats.... shows.... those pushy punks always get elbowed by me! Sure, WDW is a place for adults to have fun and enjoy things with childlike wonder... but comeon... a real adult can live quite happily without some stupid animal on a stick and should be able to enjoy a parade quite nicely with a few small bodies in front of them!

 

[BroadwayGirl]

I adore Miyuki's creations and always make a point to try to catch a set when I am in Epcot just because I am amazed at how skilled she is. For my birthday one year she actually made me a beautiful Japanese Crane that I tried to preserve but unfortunately the candy doesn't really like Florida humidity. She will sometimes still offer to make me a creation but since I have been fortunate to receive such a special treat, I always decline and point out a child who has been waiting patiently and politely.

I have to say in the many many many times I've seen her, I have never seen her be anything but bubbly and respectful of her audience. Sadly, I've seen just the opposite from several guests - mostly parents whose kids apparently deserve one of her creations. She really does try to pick the people who arrived earliest or who were waiting before the set began but sometimes I'm sure it must be tough for her to figure out who was there first. She also does seem to try to reward good behavior by selecting children who are polite and respectful toward her and their fellow guests.

 

[Nancyg56]

I am always simply baffled by the ADULTS at WDW who are willing to lessen the joy and experiences of a child for their own pleasure, too. Parade seats.... shows.... those pushy punks always get elbowed by me! Sure, WDW is a place for adults to have fun and enjoy things with childlike wonder... but comeon... a real adult can live quite happily without some stupid animal on a stick and should be able to enjoy a parade quite nicely with a few small bodies in front of them!

I have a hard time with adults who push little ones out of the way also. DH had to walk away from Myuki's show when two adults muscled my DGD away so that they could be up in front. She is only 40 inches tall and weighed 33 lbs. No need to get pushy with her He is a big tall Paul Bunyan type of guy so he is the one encouraging shorter people ito stand in front of him and DD helps her DGD to share her spot with others, so having an adult turn all of the lessons in courtesy upside down is a hard thing to watch.

The upside is that Myuki made her a little baboon and she still has it. The care that creation got has rivaled the most precious antique crystal.

 

[BroadwayGirl]

I am always simply baffled by the ADULTS at WDW who are willing to lessen the joy and experiences of a child for their own pleasure, too. Parade seats.... shows.... those pushy punks always get elbowed by me! Sure, WDW is a place for adults to have fun and enjoy things with childlike wonder... but comeon... a real adult can live quite happily without some stupid animal on a stick and should be able to enjoy a parade quite nicely with a few small bodies in front of them!

Wow...
You know, I think we can all be polite to each other and adults deserve to experience the magic just as much as kids. Now pushy rude people, whether age 6 or age 66, should never be rewarded, but if an adult wants to stake out a parade spot hours before the parade they should not be expected to just rollover and allow someone else's child to commandeer that spot at the last minute. Nor should adults be excluded from receiving one of Miyuki's creations, if they have been watching patiently and politely and Miyuki herself selects them as a recipient. Especially since you can never know someone else's situation - that adult getting a pink unicorn from Miyuki might have a niece who is suffering from cancer and a little token might bring them some joy when they are too ill to travel. That adult who staked out a front row spot for the parade might have recently lost a parent who brought them to WDW when they were a child and they are reliving the memories of that wonderful time spent with their parents. Bottom line is that EVERYBODY has an equal right to enjoy the Magic.

 

[Joanna71985]

Wow...
You know, I think we can all be polite to each other and adults deserve to experience the magic just as much as kids. Now pushy rude people, whether age 6 or age 66, should never be rewarded, but if an adult wants to stake out a parade spot hours before the parade they should not be expected to just rollover and allow someone else's child to commandeer that spot at the last minute. Nor should adults be excluded from receiving one of Miyuki's creations, if they have been watching patiently and politely and Miyuki herself selects them as a recipient. Especially since you can never know someone else's situation - that adult getting a pink unicorn from Miyuki might have a niece who is suffering from cancer and a little token might bring them some joy when they are too ill to travel. That adult who staked out a front row spot for the parade might have recently lost a parent who brought them to WDW when they were a child and they are reliving the memories of that wonderful time spent with their parents. Bottom line is that EVERYBODY has an equal right to enjoy the Magic.

Amen!!

 

[MyZoeJane]

Wow...
You know, I think we can all be polite to each other and adults deserve to experience the magic just as much as kids. Now pushy rude people, whether age 6 or age 66, should never be rewarded, but if an adult wants to stake out a parade spot hours before the parade they should not be expected to just rollover and allow someone else's child to commandeer that spot at the last minute. Nor should adults be excluded from receiving one of Miyuki's creations, if they have been watching patiently and politely and Miyuki herself selects them as a recipient. Especially since you can never know someone else's situation - that adult getting a pink unicorn from Miyuki might have a niece who is suffering from cancer and a little token might bring them some joy when they are too ill to travel. That adult who staked out a front row spot for the parade might have recently lost a parent who brought them to WDW when they were a child and they are reliving the memories of that wonderful time spent with their parents. Bottom line is that EVERYBODY has an equal right to enjoy the Magic.

You will note that I POINTED OUT MY AGREEMENT WITH THE FACT THAT ADULTS ARE JUST AS DESERVING OF EXPERIENCING THE "MAGIC".... but I didn't say anything negative about adults who stake out a spot, did I? (Though even when I stake out a spot, I always make sure I situate myself so the kid behind me can see and will even smile politely at the parents and let their kid scoot in front of me. What difference does it make to me? I can still see just as much!)

But I believe I referred to PUSHY people, didn't I? Adults who push kids aside to get their way? You're not one of those, are you? THOSE are the adults who make me nuts! WOuld you make me nuts?

 

[BroadwayGirl]

You will note that I POINTED OUT MY AGREEMENT WITH THE FACT THAT ADULTS ARE JUST AS DESERVING OF EXPERIENCING THE "MAGIC".... but I didn't say anything negative about adults who stake out a spot, did I? (Though even when I stake out a spot, I always make sure I situate myself so the kid behind me can see and will even smile politely at the parents and let their kid scoot in front of me. What difference does it make to me? I can still see just as much!)

But I believe I referred to PUSHY people, didn't I? Adults who push kids aside to get their way? You're not one of those, are you? THOSE are the adults who make me nuts! WOuld you make me nuts?

I'm not getting ugly and judgemental or talking about assaulting others with my elbows...
however your comments about "real adults" etc, seemed to indicate that ANY adult who didn't allow children to get in front of them while viewing parades or to watch Miyuki work are pushy and rude. If I misunderstood your generalizations then I apologize.