Disney Appoints Head of Parks in Japan

Walt Disney Co. said Nick Franklin, senior vice president of international development at its theme parks, added the responsibility of overseeing parks and resorts in Japan.

Franklin will report to James Rasulo, president of the parks and resorts unit, Burbank-based Disney said. Franklin will continue to oversee international development for the division.

Disney also said Ed Grier would head Walt Disney Attractions in Japan and Disneyland International, replacing Mas Imai, who will return to the U.S. to work with Disney's international development.