Best Time to Visit Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka, Japan!
Check out the best time to visit Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka! One of the most popular amusement parks in the world, USJ holds numbers of special events through the year as well as brand new attractions. Let’s check out the USJ event schedule for 2019!
Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is one of four Universal Studios theme parks in the world, which opened in March 2001 in Osaka. The park welcomes over 10 million visitors every year, and it’s one of the most popular amusement parks in Japan along with Tokyo Disney Resort (Disneyland and DisneySea) today.
Universal Studios Japan consists of 10 different sections, and each one features numbers of attractions themed with famous movies such as Harry Potter, Minions, Spider Man, Jurassic Park, Jaws, and popular characters such as Snoopy, Sesame Street, Hello Kitty and more. From adrenaline boosting thrilling roller coasters to kids friendly rides, the park offers visitors a various attractions and shows. Visitors to USJ also enjoy shopping character merchandise as many related and limited goods of adorable characters are sold there.
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Along with regular attractions, there are also seasonal/special events and temporary attractions introduced at USJ every year. From USJ Halloween to the New Year countdown fireworks, there will be numbers of fun events coming up at USJ in 2019! Today, I’d like to share USJ event schedule of 2019 so you won’t miss the best time to visit there!
▼Check out the USJ event schedule for 2020!▼
-Special Event: Universal Cool Japan 2019
Date: 18 January to 25 August 2019
-Special Event: Detective Conan: The World
Date: 18 January to 23 June 2019
-Ride Attraction: Lupin the Third: Car Chase XR Ride
Date: 18 January to 23 June 2019
Book tickets for Universal Cool Japan 2019:
▶ Cool Japan Express Pass 1 — Lupin Special
▶ Cool Japan Express Pass 2 — Lupin & Conan
-Special Event: Universal Easter Celebration
Date: 15 March to 23 June 2019
-Show Attraction (Renewal): UNIVERSAL SPECTACLE NIGHT PARADE
Date: 20 March ~
-Show Attraction: World Street Festival
Date: 20 March~
-Special Event: HOGWARTS™ MAGICAL CELEBRATION
Date: 20 March to 4 November 2019
Get e-tickets for premium package at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ zone!
▶ Universal Studios Japan Premium Package — Harry Potter™ Set
-New Attraction: SING ON TOUR
Date: 18 April 2019
Get express pass e-tickets for Sing on Tour!
▶ Universal Express Pass 4 – Sing on Tour
▶ Universal Express Pass 7 – Sing on Tour
-Special Attraction: Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Miracle 4-D ~Moon Palace~
Date: 31 May to 25 August 2019
-Special Event: Attack on Titan
Date: 31 May to 25 August 2019
-Special Event: Godzilla vs. Evangellion: The Real 4-D
Date: 31 May to 25 August 2019
-Special Event: One Piece Premier Summer & Water Battle
Date: 26 June to 29 September 2019
-Special Event: Extra Cool Summer
Date: 2 July to 1 September 2019
-Special Event: Universal Surprise Halloween 2019
Date: 7 September to 4 November 2019
Get express tickets for Halloween attractions!
▶ Universal Express Pass Halloween Horror Night – Thrill
▶ Universal Express Pass Otona Halloween – Gorgeous Set
▶ Universal Express Pass — Kowa Kawa Halloween
▶ Festa de Parade Special Area Admission Ticket
More info:
-Special Event: HOGWARTS™ MAGICAL NIGHT ~WINTER MAGIC~
Date: 8 November 2019 to 29 February 2020
Get e-tickets for premium package at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ zone!
▶ Universal Studios Japan Premium Package — Harry Potter™ Set
More info:
-Special Event: Universal Crystal Christmas
Date: 14 November 2019 to 13 January 2020
Get Special Tickets to See the Live Christmas Show at Universal Studios Japan!
▶Universal Studios Japan Crystal Promise Ticket Normal Seat
▶Universal Studios Japan Crystal Promise Ticket Premium Seat
-Special Event: Universal Studios Japan Countdown Party
Date: 31 December 2019 to 1 January 2020
Get the 26-hour countdown event pass before selling out!
▶ Book the e-tickets for Universal Countdown Party 2020 !!
More info:
Please note listed event schedule may subject to change, so I strongly recommend you to check Universal Studios Japan official website before visiting! (http://www.usj.co.jp/e/)
You can purchase electronic tickets to Universal Studios Japan here!
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For those who wish to avoid long waiting lines, it’s definitely recommended to purchase an Express Pass! Enjoy the park without wasting time in the line!
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In case you are looking for an accommodation nearby, here is a link to one.
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