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Universal Studios Japan (USJ)
Best time to visit
Early morning on weekdays outside school holidays has the shortest lines, especially for Super Nintendo World and Wizarding World. Evening parades and shows often have shorter queues as families with young kids leave.
Budget tips
One-day adult tickets usually cost around ¥8,500-¥9,500, no free general-admission days exist, so buy timed tickets on the official site in advance for availability and small savings. Buy Express Passes only for specific high-demand rides on busy dates, or bundle with hotels for discounts.
Recommended for
Families, Thrill-seekers, Film and franchise fans, Harry Potter fans
Plan your visit
Full day
About
快速信息: Neon-lit streets pulse with theatrical parades and high-energy shows that leave crowds buzzing long after the fireworks fade. High-tech attractions combine motion simulation and practical effects for stomach-dropping thrills, while seasonal food stalls surprise visitors with inventive local twists like matcha churros.
亮点: After the evening show the park's main street fills with the warm, nutty scent of a special roasted-caramel popcorn, and fans line up at the colorful kiosk that rotates over a dozen limited-edition bucket designs. Longtime staff secretly tuck tiny stamped postcards into random bags, some nights as many as 200 are handed out, so if you linger near the exits you might find one signed with the day's date and a whimsical doodle.
Insider tips
- Arrive 30 minutes before opening and head straight to Super Nintendo World or Wizarding World to avoid hour-plus waits.
- Use Single Rider lines where available to cut wait times, and check the official app for real-time queue updates.
- Order meals via the app or mobile kiosks to skip long food lines, and choose lunch outside peak times (11:30-13:30).
- Carry a small rain poncho and wear comfortable shoes; many attractions involve walking and some outdoor queues close in bad weather.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (2)
4.5Arrived at 8:30 am and hit most rides before noon with minimal lines. Bought an Express Pass for Harry Potter and it was totally worth the extra cost, food is pricey though but overall 5 stars.
Came at 3 pm on a holiday and lines were brutal, some waits over 90 minutes. No Express so single rider saved us a lot, but souvenir prices were ridiculous, 3.5 stars.
