Universal Studios Japan Express Pass
Book a Universal Studios Express Pass and watch your favorite characters come to life with state-of-the-art technology. Feel the tingle in your spine as you encounter dementors at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, join Mario and Peach in a race to defeat enemies at Mario Kart, and sneak into Gru's lab to become a Minion with the Minion Mayhem experience!
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Must-see highlights & key info
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Universal Studios Japan is always buzzing! Skip long waits with an Express Pass, giving you front-of-the-line access to 4 or 7 rides of your choice.
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That’s not all! With your chosen pass, enjoy timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER. Do note that the timings are randomly assigned so make sure you plan your day accordingly!
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Zoom through the tedious lines at top rides like Minion Mayhem, Yoshi's Adventure, Hollywood Dream, and more.
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Explore 10 unique areas like Minion Park, Hollywood, and New York, packed with thrilling rides and fun adventures perfect for the whole family.
How to use
Express Pass (skip waiting lines at rides)
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You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
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Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
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You can only access each ride once with the Express Pass QR code.
More details
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Universal Studios Japan is always buzzing! Skip long waits with an Express Pass, giving you front-of-the-line access to 4 or 7 rides of your choice.
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That’s not all! With your chosen pass, enjoy timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER. Do note that the timings are randomly assigned so make sure you plan your day accordingly!
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Zoom through the tedious lines at top rides like Minion Mayhem, Yoshi's Adventure, Hollywood Dream, and more.
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Explore 10 unique areas like Minion Park, Hollywood, and New York, packed with thrilling rides and fun adventures perfect for the whole family.
How to use
Express Pass (skip waiting lines at rides)
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You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
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Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
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You can only access each ride once with the Express Pass QR code.
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Have a convenient experience at USJ with one-day entry and skip-the-line access to 4 or 7 top attractions in one seamless ticket.
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Get straight to fan favorites like Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge™, The Flying Dinosaur, and more without waiting in hours-long lines.
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Enjoy exclusive timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with your selected pass.
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Choose between Express Pass 4 for 4 rides or Express Pass 7 for a fuller experience with access to 7 attractions.
How to use
Studio Pass (park entry)
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You will receive a QR code on the Headout app.
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Scan the QR code at the park entrance.
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No physical ticket/barcode is provided. Use only the QR code.
Express Pass (skip waiting lines at rides)
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You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
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Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
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You can only access each ride once with the Express Pass QR code.
More details
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Have a convenient experience at USJ with one-day entry and skip-the-line access to 4 or 7 top attractions in one seamless ticket.
-
Get straight to fan favorites like Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge™, The Flying Dinosaur, and more without waiting in hours-long lines.
-
Enjoy exclusive timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with your selected pass.
-
Choose between Express Pass 4 for 4 rides or Express Pass 7 for a fuller experience with access to 7 attractions.
How to use
Studio Pass (park entry)
-
You will receive a QR code on the Headout app.
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Scan the QR code at the park entrance.
-
No physical ticket/barcode is provided. Use only the QR code.
Express Pass (skip waiting lines at rides)
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You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
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Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
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You can only access each ride once with the Express Pass QR code.
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Access 60+ attractions at Universal Studios Japan with a single Studio Pass—no need to exchange for physical tickets at the gate.
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Step into Super Nintendo World™ and experience the world’s first interactive Mario Kart ride and Yoshi’s Adventure.
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Explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and the thrilling Flying Dinosaur coaster.
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Donkey Kong Country™ opens December 2024, adding even more excitement to Super Nintendo World™.
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Did you know? Universal Studios Japan has been TripAdvisor’s #1 Japanese theme park for four years running.
Additional Highlights:
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Download the official USJ app to check wait times, get e-tickets, and easily navigate the park.
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Express Passes and Area Timed Entry Tickets are available for faster access to popular attractions.
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Instant confirmation and mobile entry make your visit seamless—just scan your QR code and start exploring.
More details
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Access 60+ attractions at Universal Studios Japan with a single Studio Pass—no need to exchange for physical tickets at the gate.
-
Step into Super Nintendo World™ and experience the world’s first interactive Mario Kart ride and Yoshi’s Adventure.
-
Explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and the thrilling Flying Dinosaur coaster.
-
Donkey Kong Country™ opens December 2024, adding even more excitement to Super Nintendo World™.
-
Did you know? Universal Studios Japan has been TripAdvisor’s #1 Japanese theme park for four years running.
Additional Highlights:
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Download the official USJ app to check wait times, get e-tickets, and easily navigate the park.
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Express Passes and Area Timed Entry Tickets are available for faster access to popular attractions.
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Instant confirmation and mobile entry make your visit seamless—just scan your QR code and start exploring.
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With your Express Pass, jump on a ride that takes you through the jungle, join a Mario Kart race, see a T. rex, and experience the wizarding world up close.
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Get priority access to Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Mine Cart Madness, and JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™.
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No need to stress about entry—your Express Pass guarantees a timed slot to Super Nintendo World™ & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
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Heads up! The Express Pass doesn’t include park entry, so be sure to grab your Universal Studios Japan tickets here.
More details
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With your Express Pass, jump on a ride that takes you through the jungle, join a Mario Kart race, see a T. rex, and experience the wizarding world up close.
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Get priority access to Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Mine Cart Madness, and JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™.
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No need to stress about entry—your Express Pass guarantees a timed slot to Super Nintendo World™ & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
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Heads up! The Express Pass doesn’t include park entry, so be sure to grab your Universal Studios Japan tickets here.
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You get express entry to 4 rides: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Doraemon 4D Art Adventure, and Minion Mayhem.
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Enter Gru’s lab to become a Minion and join the Minions on an out-of-the-world hyper-realistic experience.
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Take part in a race with Peach and Mario to win against the enemies on this interactive Mario Kart adventure.
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Join the Forbidden Journey and defeat the dementors and dragons with Harry Potter and his friends.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
More details
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You get express entry to 4 rides: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Doraemon 4D Art Adventure, and Minion Mayhem.
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Enter Gru’s lab to become a Minion and join the Minions on an out-of-the-world hyper-realistic experience.
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Take part in a race with Peach and Mario to win against the enemies on this interactive Mario Kart adventure.
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Join the Forbidden Journey and defeat the dementors and dragons with Harry Potter and his friends.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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Say goodbye to long wait times with Express Pass 7 that gets you quick access to 7 fun and family-friendly rides across Universal Studios Japan.
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Watch Mario's adventure come to life and participate in fighting enemies and going on a treasure hunt in the Mushroom Kingdom on Super Mario themed rides!
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Want more video game fun? Hop onto the cart in Mine Cart Madness and ride past dense jungles of the Donkey Kong universe from the famed Golden Temple.
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Taste butterbeer, get a wand made, and meet Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach at the Super Nintendo World™ and the WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER™ .
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Fun fact: The evil minions in Despicable Me 2 were purple because yellow is located opposite purple in the color wheel.
More details
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Say goodbye to long wait times with Express Pass 7 that gets you quick access to 7 fun and family-friendly rides across Universal Studios Japan.
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Watch Mario's adventure come to life and participate in fighting enemies and going on a treasure hunt in the Mushroom Kingdom on Super Mario themed rides!
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Want more video game fun? Hop onto the cart in Mine Cart Madness and ride past dense jungles of the Donkey Kong universe from the famed Golden Temple.
-
Taste butterbeer, get a wand made, and meet Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach at the Super Nintendo World™ and the WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER™ .
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Fun fact: The evil minions in Despicable Me 2 were purple because yellow is located opposite purple in the color wheel.
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Experience Japan's first flying coaster. The Flying Dinosaur suspends riders in a prone position, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
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Climb backward on Hollywood Dream - The Ride - Backdrop before plummeting down its 141-foot drop at a 45-degree angle.
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Bringing the kids? The Hippogriff ride is perfect for little adventurers or if you need a breather from the big coasters.
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Guarantee your entry to the always-popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with a reserved timeslot, ensuring you don't miss out on the magic.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
More details
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Experience Japan's first flying coaster. The Flying Dinosaur suspends riders in a prone position, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
-
Climb backward on Hollywood Dream - The Ride - Backdrop before plummeting down its 141-foot drop at a 45-degree angle.
-
Bringing the kids? The Hippogriff ride is perfect for little adventurers or if you need a breather from the big coasters.
-
Guarantee your entry to the always-popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with a reserved timeslot, ensuring you don't miss out on the magic.
-
Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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Spend a full day at USJ exploring thrilling rides and zones like Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
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Experience Expo 2025 in Osaka with one-day access to global exhibits, future tech, cultural showcases, and more.
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Visit 21 top attractions across Japan with the Have Fun in Japan Pass, valid for 14 days once you start using it.
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This combo covers adventure, culture, and innovation, making it the easiest way to enjoy Japan’s biggest attractions.
More details
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Spend a full day at USJ exploring thrilling rides and zones like Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
-
Experience Expo 2025 in Osaka with one-day access to global exhibits, future tech, cultural showcases, and more.
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Visit 21 top attractions across Japan with the Have Fun in Japan Pass, valid for 14 days once you start using it.
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This combo covers adventure, culture, and innovation, making it the easiest way to enjoy Japan’s biggest attractions.
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Enter your favorite fictional universes spread across 10 thematic zones at Universal Studios with a 1-day studio pass.
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With your Despicable Me express pass, join Gru and the minions for a hilarious ride, or fight dementors and play Quidditch at the Harry Potter-themed rides.
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Enjoy the spectacular special effects at the Amazing Spiderman ride, or try and escape an angry T-Rex at the Jurassic Park ride with the Thrills & Variety pass.
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Get the Limited pass to see epic showdowns between Gojo and Sukuna, and get access to the glam world of the Hollywood Dream ride.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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Fun fact: Universal Studios Japan features the world's first interactive Mario Kart ride, allowing you to race with friends and family.
More details
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Enter your favorite fictional universes spread across 10 thematic zones at Universal Studios with a 1-day studio pass.
-
With your Despicable Me express pass, join Gru and the minions for a hilarious ride, or fight dementors and play Quidditch at the Harry Potter-themed rides.
-
Enjoy the spectacular special effects at the Amazing Spiderman ride, or try and escape an angry T-Rex at the Jurassic Park ride with the Thrills & Variety pass.
-
Get the Limited pass to see epic showdowns between Gojo and Sukuna, and get access to the glam world of the Hollywood Dream ride.
-
Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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Fun fact: Universal Studios Japan features the world's first interactive Mario Kart ride, allowing you to race with friends and family.
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About Universal Studios Osaka
Explore the famous Universal Studios Japan, where each attraction tells a story. From high-speed coasters to immersive 4D experiences, USJ showcases a wide range of entertainment. Marvel at the meticulous details in the Wizarding World, or face the thrill in Jurassic Park. Our page offers a glimpse into the myriad of adventures waiting for you in this cinematic paradise.
The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass at Universal Studios Japan can reduce wait times for popular rides by up to 90%, transforming a potentially hour-long wait into just a few minutes.
Exclusive to the Japanese park, the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass includes unique attractions like "The Flying Dinosaur," the world’s longest flying coaster, offering a thrilling experience not available with regular admission.
During special events like Halloween Horror Nights, the Express Pass offers access to limited-time haunted houses and attractions, some of which are uniquely designed for the Osaka location.
The number of Express Passes sold each day is limited, ensuring that the pass retains its value and effectiveness in reducing wait times, a strategy not commonly disclosed to the general public.
The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass often includes timed entry to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, providing a more intimate experience of this popular area, especially during the magical evening hours.
Why visit Universal Studios Osaka?
Highlights
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Experience the magic without the long waits. The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass grants quicker access to attractions like Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and Flight of the Hippogriff. Wander through Hogsmeade, visit Ollivanders, and enjoy a Butterbeer, all with more time to soak in the magical atmosphere.
The Flying Dinosaur
Hold on tight for this unique roller coaster experience. The Express Pass allows you to skip the regular lines for this ride, which suspends you face-down and sweeps you through the air, mimicking the flight of a Pteranodon.
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man - The Ride 4K3D
Utilize the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass to join Spider-Man in an immersive 4D experience. This attraction combines state-of-the-art 4K3D technology with stunning effects, making you feel like you're right in the middle of the action.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
- The Main Entrance is the primary access point for all visitors, including those with the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass. It's equipped with multiple gates to manage the flow of guests. Visitors with an Express Pass can proceed through the regular entry process at this entrance. Look out for signage indicating Express Pass usage to streamline your entry.
Express Pass entry points at attractions
- While not separate entrances to the park itself, it's important to note that most major attractions have dedicated Express Pass entry points. These are specifically for visitors who hold a Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass, allowing them to bypass standard queues.
- Each Express Pass entry point at attractions is clearly marked with signage. These points often have their own accessibility arrangements, such as ramps or staff assistance, to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges.
Group admission gate
- For visitors arriving in groups and holding Express Passes, the Group Admission Gate can provide a more streamlined entry experience. This is particularly beneficial for organized tours or large family groups.
- This gate is designed to handle larger numbers of visitors efficiently and is equipped with accessibility features like ramps and wide turnstiles for easy access.
Lockers are available for guests to store personal items, especially large bags or items not allowed on rides. They come in various sizes and are strategically located throughout the park for convenience.
Equipped first aid stations are present in the park, staffed with medical professionals for any health-related emergencies or needs. This ensures a safe experience for all guests.
The park offers baby care centers equipped with diaper changing stations, nursing rooms, and facilities for preparing baby food, making it family-friendly and convenient for visitors with infants.
ATMs and currency exchange booths are available for guests' financial needs, ensuring convenience for international visitors.
Numerous souvenir shops are scattered throughout the park, offering a range of merchandise from popular franchises, exclusive park memorabilia, and unique gifts.
Universal Studios Japan houses a variety of dining options, from quick-service counters to themed restaurants, catering to a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences.
For assistance, inquiries, or special accommodations, information desks are available. They offer services like lost and found, park information, and assistance for guests with disabilities.
The park is equipped with wheelchair-accessible ramps, elevators, and restrooms to ensure visitors with mobility challenges can navigate comfortably. Many attractions are also wheelchair-accessible, with staff available for assistance.
Wheelchairs are available for rent at the park entrance, providing convenience for guests who require mobility assistance during their visit.
Service animals are permitted in most areas of the park. Guests should have proper documentation for their service animals to facilitate a smooth entry and experience.
Strollers can be rented, making the park more navigable for families with young children. This service ensures a comfortable visit for both parents and kids.
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